Are you passionate about 2D materials and their promise for future semiconductor devices? All at a place that houses world-class fundamental research and sits in the heart of Europe's premier high-tech region for information technology? You are invited to lead research on 2D materials growth with access to cutting-edge synthesis and metrology tools. You will have many opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and to shape the future of semiconductor devices. Join us as an Assistant Professor in Applied Physics!
We are looking for an Assistant professor in the field of 2D materials. You will address one of the key challenges in this field—synthesis of high-quality 2D materials and their integration in next-generation atomic-scale semiconductor devices.
The position is embedded within the Plasma & Materials Processing (PMP) group, with its pioneering work in the field of atomic-scale processing for electronics, next-generation energy technologies, photonics and quantum technology. You will be connected to the Eindhoven Hendrik Casimir Institute (EHCI) and be part of our world-class NanoLab cleanroom community where you will co-direct tools on metal-organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD) and atomic layer deposition (ALD). Your research will leverage cutting-edge metrology tools, including transmission electron microscopy (TEM), near-field imaging (VIS, IR, THz) and in-situ measurements, to explore and tailor growth mechanisms and to obtain atomic-level understanding of the process and material properties.
Unique for this position is the opportunity to contribute to the strong research momentum on 2D materials at various TU/e departments. Your research on the synthesis of advanced 2D materials will yield a wealth of opportunities to initiate collaborations with our PIs working on for example exploring novel physics in 2D materials, as well as implementing 2D materials in electronic, photonic and quantum devices for new computing, communication and sensing paradigms. Amongst others, this position will be complemented by an assistant professor position at the Electrical Engineering department (IC group) focusing on device fabrication using 2D materials.
You will also become part of the unique ecosystem of the TU/e and the Eindhoven Brainport region with many collaborations with world-leading international companies, high-level institutes, and innovative SMEs.
This position offers a unique platform to develop your independent research program, secure external funding, and mentor a diverse group of students. In addition, you will contribute to the department’s teaching mission at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
To support you, we provide you with a startup package and access to state-of-the-art research facilities such as our clean room. We offer a dedicated mentoring scheme, and free access to a broad portfolio of training programs for personal development and academic leadership. The TU/e also offers a stimulating environment for collaborations with other research units, departments, and industry. Within TU/e, exciting collaborative opportunities exist with other departments and multidisciplinary institutes, and the Dutch funding system is particularly attractive for junior faculty building up a new group, as there are several substantial grants available exclusively for junior people.
We offer a meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university, in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful, green campus within walking distance of the central train station and city center. In addition, we offer you:
About us
Eindhoven University of Technology is an internationally top-ranking university in the Netherlands that combines scientific curiosity with a hands-on attitude. Our spirit of collaboration translates into an open culture and a top-five position in collaborating with advanced industries. Fundamental knowledge enables us to design solutions for the highly complex problems of today and tomorrow.
Information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more?
Please contact the hiring manager prof. Erwin Kessels, group chair of the PMP research group: w.m.m.kessels@tue.nl .
Visit our website for more information about the application process or the conditions of employment. You can also contact Josje van Oudenaarden, Senior Recruiter, j.e.v.oudenaarden@tue.nl or +31 643559575.
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Application
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We look forward to your application. The closing date for applications is November 10th, 2024. The timeline for the selection process is as follows:
November 10: Application deadline.
November 25-29: Invitations for the online interviews.
December 2-13: Online interviews with the selection committee.
January 6-10, 2025: Invitations for the Candidates’ Day on campus.
February 2025: Candidates’ Day on campus (interview program).