The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of matter and materials, energy and environment and human health. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2100 people.
For the Group Thin films and Interfaces we are looking for aPhD StudentAtomic-Scale Transformations in Materials through Electron MicroscopyYour tasks
Brainstorm ideas and novel approaches
Gain deep understanding of materials science and electrochemistry
Work with the state-of-the-art aberration-corrected transmission electron microscopy
Study the electrocatalytic behavior of materials
Collaborate with leading experts in microscopy and X-ray analysis
Prepare manuscripts and publish in scientific journals
Present your results at major scientific conferences worldwide
Be ready to conduct experiments at both the Paul Scherrer Institute and ETH Zurich
Your profileWe are looking for a motivated student who is curious about science and excited to work on challenging but highly rewarding scientific directions. We offer an engaging working environment, outstanding facilities (oxide epitaxy, aberration-corrected electron microscopy, synchrotron and neutron facilities) and a PhD-level education at ETH Zurich. A successful candidate should have a Master’s degree (or being close to its completion) in chemistry, physics, materials science, or related disciplines. We encourage applications from candidates with different and diverse backgrounds. Having a prior experience in one of these fields is a plus (though not necessary):
As a candidate, you should be fluent in both spoken and written English and be ready to present your results at major conferences worldwide. Striving for gender balance and equality, we are strongly encouraging female candidates to apply for this position.We offerOur institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.
For further information, please contact Prof Dr Thomas Lippert, phone +41 56 310 40 76 or Dr Andrei Akbasheu, phone +41 56 310 45 47.
Please submit your application online by 31 July 2021 (including addresses of referees) for the position as a PhD Student (index no. 3702-01).
Paul Scherrer Institut, Human Resources Management, Silja Giacomini-Diebold, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerlandwww.psi.chApply now
