PhD and Postdoctoral Positions on Nanotribology, Czech Technical University

PhD and Postdoctoral Positions on Nanotribology, Czech Technical University: The most recent notice for the hiring of PhD and Postdoctoral Positions on Nanotribology has been released by Advanced Materials Group (AMG) at the Czech Technical University in Prague (Czech Republic) and in the Nanolino group at the University of Basel (Switzerland).

Eligible candidates can apply online for the PhD and Postdoctoral Positions on Nanotribology Through the Official Website nano.cvut.cz which is given below in the Important link section beginning from January 2024. The following contains all the information regarding PhD and Postdoctoral Positions on Nanotribology.

Ph.D. and postdoctoral researcher positions to explore nanoscale friction in layered van der Waals materials. The study, funded by SNFS-GAČR, aims to develop theoretical and experimental knowledge for “on-demand” control of nanoscale friction in transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs).

PhD and Postdoctoral Positions on Nanotribology – Overview

Recruitment Organization	Advanced Materials Group (AMG) at the Czech Technical University in Prague
Post Name	PhD and Postdoctoral Positions on Nanotribology
Salary/ Pay Scale	Up to 3,000 EUR per month
Postdoc Location	Prague, Czech Republic; Basel, Switzerland
Last Date to Apply	31st of January, 2024
Mode of Apply	Online
Category	Postdoc
Official Website	nano.cvut.cz

Important dates

Event	Date
Apply Start	January 2024
Last Date to Apply	31st of January, 2024

Research Area

Computational Science, HPC & Software Engineering, Condensed Matter, Materials Science & Nanotechnology

Education Qualification

• • Background in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related disciplines.
  • Strong knowledge of solid-state classical Molecular Dynamics (MD) or quantum mechanical (QM) methods.
  • Excellent English communication skills.
  • For Experimental Assessment: Experience with Atomic Force Microscopy, 2D materials, and surface characterization techniques.

Salary

The university applies individual salaries. A typical postdoc salary is around 4000 EUR/month.

Positions at Czech Technical University in Prague (CTU):

1. 1. Atomistic Simulations – MD Positions:
      • • PhD positions funded for 4 years.
        • Postdoctoral positions funded for 2 years, with 1-year extension based on performance.
        • Apply to Antonio Cammarata (cammaant@fel.cvut.cz) with the subject “Application for MD-XXX position” (XXX: PhD or postdoc).

1. 1. 2D Materials Tribology – Experimental Assessment:
      • • Postdoctoral position funded for 2 years, with 1-year extension based on performance.
        • Apply to Tomas Polcar (advamat@fel.cvut.cz) with the subject “Application for exp-postdoc position.”

Positions at University of Basel (UNIBA):

2D Materials Preparation and AFM Analysis:

• • PhD position funded for 3 years, with the possibility to extend to four years.
  • Postdoctoral position funded for 2 years.
  • Apply online or to Thilo Glatzel (thilo.glatzel@unibas.ch) with the subject “[SNFS-GACR] application for XXX position” (XXX: PhD or postdoc).

How to Apply for Ph.D. and Postdoctoral Positions on Nanotribology

Follow these steps to apply for the PhD and Postdoctoral Positions on Nanotribology, at Czech Technical University

• • Click on the Apply Online Link given below or visit the website nano.cvut.cz
  • Fill out the application form
  • Attach the required documents

The following documents must be submitted:

1. 1. Cover letter (up to 2 pages) with motivation.
   2. Structured CV with a list of publications, reference contacts, and proof of completed degrees.
   3. For PhD applicants, proof of completed MSc; for postdoctoral applicants, proof of completed PhD.

Important Links

Notification link	Notification
Czech Technical University Official Website	Click Here

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