{"id":12332,"date":"2026-09-21T13:28:49","date_gmt":"2026-09-21T11:28:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nanohelp.eu\/careers\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=12332"},"modified":"2026-09-21T13:28:50","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T11:28:50","slug":"doctoral-student-in-physics-topoelectronic-quantum-devices-in-2d-materials","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/nanohelp.eu\/careers\/job\/doctoral-student-in-physics-topoelectronic-quantum-devices-in-2d-materials\/","title":{"rendered":"Doctoral Student in Physics: Topoelectronic Quantum Devices in 2D Materials"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Organization:<\/strong> Lund University<br \/>\n<strong>Faculty:<\/strong> Faculty of Engineering (LTH)<br \/>\n<strong>Department:<\/strong> Department of Physics<br \/>\n<strong>Division:<\/strong> Division of Solid-State Physics<br \/>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong> Lund, Sweden<br \/>\n<strong>Position:<\/strong> Doctoral Student in Physics \u2013 Topoelectronic Quantum Devices in 2D Materials<\/p>\n<h3>Project Overview<\/h3>\n<p>This PhD project focuses on the DC characterization and microwave-frequency investigation of anyonic excitations in graphene-based quantum devices.<\/p>\n<p>The doctoral student will fabricate ultrahigh-quality van der Waals heterostructures in Lund Nano Lab and study them using low-temperature electronic and microwave measurements. The project also involves contributing to the establishment of a new experimental laboratory, including infrastructure for van der Waals device fabrication and the installation of a dilution refrigerator capable of reaching temperatures below 10 mK, equipped with a 14 T magnet and both DC and RF measurement lines.<\/p>\n<p>The purpose of the PhD project is to build anyon arrays and operate them as qubits. The project combines fundamental quantum physics with a technology-oriented approach to developing new types of nanoelectronic and quantum devices.<\/p>\n<p>The position provides hands-on experience in nanofabrication, cryogenic measurement techniques, microwave electronics, data analysis, and quantum-device physics. The doctoral student will work in a collaborative research environment with research groups at Lund University and leading international institutions.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Responsibilities<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Fabricate quantum devices and van der Waals heterostructures in the cleanroom environment at Lund Nano Lab.<\/li>\n<li>Perform transport and high-frequency microwave measurements.<\/li>\n<li>Program measurement scripts and develop measurement workflows.<\/li>\n<li>Analyse experimental results to understand device operation and inform the design of new devices.<\/li>\n<li>Write scientific publications based on research findings.<\/li>\n<li>Present research results at conferences.<\/li>\n<li>Use, service, and develop equipment in the measurement laboratories.<\/li>\n<li>Contribute to the installation of a dilution refrigerator and related experimental infrastructure.<\/li>\n<li>Work independently as well as closely with collaborators within the research project.<\/li>\n<li>Participate in doctoral courses, seminars, conferences, teaching, and other departmental activities.<\/li>\n<li>Undertake teaching and departmental duties for a maximum of 20% of working hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Required Qualifications<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A second-cycle qualification, or equivalent academic qualifications meeting Lund University&#8217;s general admission requirements for third-cycle studies.<\/li>\n<li>At least 45 second-cycle credits in physics, engineering physics, or an associated field, or a second-cycle degree in physics, engineering physics, or an associated field.<\/li>\n<li>Good knowledge of quantum physics.<\/li>\n<li>Good ability to work independently and formulate and tackle research problems.<\/li>\n<li>Good written and oral communication skills.<\/li>\n<li>Good ability to cooperate and work effectively with others.<\/li>\n<li>Very good knowledge of spoken and written English.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Preferred Qualifications<\/h3>\n<p>Particular consideration will be given to candidates with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Knowledge and experience with quantum devices.<\/li>\n<li>Experience with electrical measurements.<\/li>\n<li>Experience with cryogenic techniques.<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge and experience of nanofabrication processes.<\/li>\n<li>Experience with van der Waals stacking processes.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to think creatively and analytically.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to perform skilled laboratory work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Employment Details<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Full-time doctoral student position.<\/li>\n<li>Fixed-term employment.<\/li>\n<li>Third-cycle studies at LTH normally consist of four years of full-time study.<\/li>\n<li>Starting date is by agreement, preferably from January 2027.<\/li>\n<li>Teaching and other departmental duties may extend the employment period accordingly.<\/li>\n<li>Employment is regulated under the Higher Education Ordinance, Chapter 5, Sections 1\u20137.<\/li>\n<li>Number of positions: 1.<\/li>\n<li>City: Lund, Sweden.<\/li>\n<li>Full-time equivalent: 100%.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Salary &amp; 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