FPI PhD – Ultrafast Nanoscale Dynamics in Quantum Materials & Devices IMDEA Nanociencia, Spain
Job Description
Organization: Fundación IMDEA Nanociencia
Faculty/Department/Division: Ultrafast Science of Quantum Materials (USQM) Group
Location: Madrid, Spain
Position: FPI PhD Fellow – Ultrafast Nanoscale Dynamics in Quantum Materials & Devices
Project Overview
The Ultrafast Science of Quantum Materials (USQM) Group at IMDEA Nanociencia is offering a fully funded four-year PhD position investigating nanoscale structures and dynamics in quantum materials and neuromorphic devices.
The research will involve two closely related projects. The first focuses on fabricating structured ferroelectric films to demonstrate a newly developed nonlinear X-ray imaging method. The second involves producing current-switched memristive devices from quantum materials and using coherent X-ray imaging to investigate nanoscale switching dynamics under steady-state and pulsed-current excitation.
The projects combine quantum materials research, nanofabrication, and advanced X-ray imaging. Experiments will be conducted using IMDEA Nanociencia’s ultrafast extreme ultraviolet (XUV) imaging beamline and at large-scale X-ray facilities worldwide.
The position is supported by an FPI fellowship from Spain’s Agencia Estatal de Investigación.
Key Responsibilities
- Fabricate structured ferroelectric films for nonlinear X-ray imaging experiments.
- Develop current-switched memristive devices using quantum materials.
- Investigate nanoscale switching dynamics under steady-state and pulsed-current excitation.
- Apply coherent X-ray diffractive imaging to study nanoscale structures and material dynamics.
- Participate in nanofabrication and experimental characterization of quantum materials and devices.
- Conduct experiments at IMDEA Nanociencia and international large-scale X-ray facilities.
- Analyse experimental results and contribute to the dissemination of research findings.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree or equivalent in Physics, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Excellent English language proficiency.
- Motivation to pursue doctoral research in quantum materials, nanoscale dynamics, or related areas.
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in optics, nanofabrication, and/or condensed matter physics.
- Experience with experimental research involving quantum materials or nanoscale devices.
- Familiarity with X-ray imaging, ultrafast science, or advanced materials characterization would be relevant to the project.
Employment Details
- Position: PhD Fellow.
- Employment type: Full-time, temporary contract.
- Contract duration: Four years.
- Working hours: 37.5 hours per week.
- Number of positions: One.
- Location: IMDEA Nanociencia, Campus of International Excellence UAM+CSIC, C/ Faraday 9, 28049 Madrid, Spain.
Salary & Benefits
- The position is advertised as a fully funded PhD fellowship.
- The fellowship is supported by Spain’s Agencia Estatal de Investigación through the FPI programme.
- The specific salary amount and detailed benefits are not stated in the supplied vacancy information.
- The successful candidate will have access to IMDEA Nanociencia’s ultrafast XUV imaging beamline and experiments at large-scale X-ray facilities.
Application Documents
Applicants should submit:
- Curriculum vitae (CV).
- Contact details for two references.
Applications must be submitted through the institute’s recruitment system. Include the application reference 20260902 – Doctoral USQM grupo.
English Language Requirement
Excellent English proficiency is required. No specific standardized test or minimum score is stated in the vacancy notice.
Supervisor(s)/Contact
Research Group: Ultrafast Science of Quantum Materials (USQM) Group
Organization: Fundación IMDEA Nanociencia
General Contact Email: [email protected]
Application Deadline
1 October 2026, at 00:00 Madrid time.
Starting Date
Not specified in the supplied vacancy announcement.
Reference
- Research project reference: PID2025-173855NB-I00
- Application reference: 20260902 – Doctoral USQM grupo
External Link
Application portal: https://intranet.nanociencia.imdea.org/proceso-de-seleccion
