Research in the van der Sar lab:
Our lab studies how interacting charges and spins move through materials at the micro-to-nano-scale. To this end, the lab has developed a technique for imaging spin waves - microscopic waves in magnetic materials - based on magnetic sensing with nitrogen-vacancy (NV) spins in diamond. Such waves play a central role in the thermodynamics of magnets and could enable information technology with new functionalities due to their microscale wavelengths at microwave frequencies, strong interactions, and low intrinsic dissipation.
Job description:
The goal of this postdoc project is to realize spin-based spin-wave imaging at arbitrary frequencies and use spin-wave mixing to enable the detection of microwaves that are far detuned from the spin sensors.
Job requirementsThe project revolves around NV centers in diamond, single-spin control, magnetization dynamics, single-photon and atomic-force 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. A PhD degree in physics and fluency in English are required.
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Conditions of employment
- Duration of contract is 2 years.
- A job of 38 hours per week.
Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged.
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Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than
1 September 2025
via the application button and upload the following documents:- Detailed CV
- Motivational letter, including (1) a brief personal introduction, (2) an explanation of how your previous studies and experience have prepared you for this Postdoc position, and (3) why you are interested in this position and our lab. The maximum length is one page
- Copies of your BSc and MSc degrees and transcripts
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