PhD Position Magnetic Microscopy of Magnets and Superconductors with Spins in Diamond

Magnetic microscopy with spins in diamond - from magnets to superconductors.

Job description

Research in the van der Sar lab focuses on magnetic microscopy based on spins in diamond to study how spins and charges move through materials at the micro-to-nano-scale. To do so, the lab builds state-of-the-art microscopes and continuously innovates them to access new regimes.

The project is part of a collaboration between the van der Sar lab at TU Delft and the TNO research institute. The goal is, on the one hand, to study superconductors and magnets using NV magnetometry and, on the other hand, to push NV imaging towards imaging high magnetic fields. The team aims to do research at the cutting edge of science and technology, motivated by both curiosity and the potential for applications. You will join a great team of PhD students and postdocs and be part of the renowned Kavli Institute of Nanoscience Delft.

Job requirements

The project revolves around NV centers in diamond, single-spin control, magnetization dynamics, single-photon microscopy, microwave engineering, cleanroom fabrication, and electronic characterization. Experience in these fields is highly desirable, though not strictly required. Most importantly, you should be highly enthusiastic, skilled, and motivated to develop state-of-the-art NV microscopy.

TU Delft

At TU Delft, you will have the opportunity to take initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional. Working at TU Delft means joining an international community of professionals and students.

Faculty Applied Sciences

The Faculty of Applied Sciences offers an inspiring scientific ecosystem focused on key enabling technologies such as quantum and nanotechnology, photonics, biotechnology, synthetic biology, and materials for energy storage and conversion.

Conditions of employment

Doctoral candidates will be offered a 4-year period of employment in principle, in the form of 2 employment contracts. An initial 1.5-year contract includes an official go/no-go progress assessment within 15 months, followed by an additional contract for the remaining 2.5 years, assuming performance requirements are met.

As a PhD candidate, you will be enrolled in the TU Delft Graduate School. The Graduate School provides an inspiring research environment with an excellent team of supervisors, academic staff, and a mentor. The Doctoral Education Programme is aimed at developing your transferable, discipline-related, and research skills.

TU Delft also offers a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged.