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Prof. Dr. Philippe LECLERE
University of Mons (UMONS)
Laboratory for Physics of Nanomaterials & Energy - LPNE
Research Institute for Materials Science and Engineering
Place du Parc, 20, B - 7000 Mons, Belgium
Tel: +32(0)65 37 38 68
eMail: philippe.leclere@umons.ac.be
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Graz University of Technology (TU Graz)
Graz, Austria
Tenure Track Professorship in the field of Experimental High-Resolution TEM (f/m/d)
Announcement date: 03 September 2025Description
We are seeking a candidate with proven scientific expertise in experimental high-resolution electron microscopy using STEM.
Requirements
▪ Completed university studies with a doctoral degree in Physics
▪ Outstanding scientific achievements in the field of scanning transmission electron microscopy
▪ Postdoctoral experience
▪ Management and leadership skills
▪ Excellent English skills, spoken and writtenMore information
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Werner Grogger <werner.grogger@felmi-zfe.at>
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Corrected Electron Optical Systems GmbH (CEOS GmbH)
Heidelberg, Germany
Production Engineer (m/f/d): Instrumentation for Electron Energy Loss Spectroscopy (B.Sc./M.Sc. in physics or engineering or equivalent)
Announcement date: 03 September 2025Description
In our production team you will be introduced to the factory alignment of our advanced electron-optical components.
In close cooperation with optics experts as well as electronics and mechanics engineers you will align, test and qualify our imaging energy filter hardware to prepare for the product shipment to our customers.
Step by step, you will take over responsibility for these production tasks, maintain technical documentation and care for shipment-related timing.
You may also help at the customer siteswith installation, failure analysis and technical service of our products.
Your training on the job will be supervised by CEOS' senior scientists.Requirements
The position requires a firm technical education and a solid physics background, good communication capabilities and a responsible and organized way of working.
Good mechanical skills in combination with a hands-on attitude are highly desirable.
Practical experience with either the transmission electron microscope, the scanning electron microscope or other charged particle optics equipment would be an advantage.
Know-how on electronics measurements is an important aspect.
A good command of the English language is necessary. German proficiency is desirable; at least the willingness to learn German is expected.
The position is particularly well suited for recent graduates.More information
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Dr. Martin Linck
e-mail: linck@ceos-gmbh.de
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Corrected Electron Optical Systems GmbH
Heidelberg, Germany
Physics Engineer or Physicist (m/f/d): Instrumentation for Scanning Electron Microscopy (PhD in physics or engineering or equivalent)
Announcement date: 03 September 2025Description
In a group of engineers and physicists you will be responsible for the factory alignment of advanced aberration correctors for scanning electron microscopes.
In close cooperation with optics designers, electronics and mechanics engineers, and software developers you will test and develop new instrumentation and techniques.
If necessary, you will also help with failure analysis and technical service of prototypes in the field.
Step by step you will take over responsibility for the project flow and the communication to collaboration partners.
Your training on the job will be accompanied by CEOS' senior scientists.Requirements
The position requires a distinct physics background combined with a hands-on attitude to efficiently tackle problems and work towards solutions.
Good communication skills and a responsible and organized way of working are as important as a sound mathematical education and good computer skills.
Practical experience with development projects at a scanning electron microscope and a firm understanding of electron optics are essential.
Technical know-how on electronics measurement equipment and hands-on experience on vacuum recipients are desirable.
A good command of the English language and the willingness to learn German are necessary.More information
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Dr. Peter Hartel
e-mail: hartel@ceos-gmbh.de
phone: +49-(0)6221-89467-22 -
Corrected Electron Optical Systems GmbH
Heidelberg, Germany
Physics Engineer or Physicist (m/f/d): Aberration Correctors for Transmission Electron Microscopy (M.Sc./PhD in physics or engineering or equivalent)
Announcement date: 03 September 2025Description
In a group of engineers and physicists you will be responsible for the factory alignment of advanced aberration correctors for transmission electron microscopes.
In close cooperation with optics designers, electronics and mechanics engineers, and software developers you will test and develop new instrumentation and techniques.
If necessary, you will also help with failure analysis and technical service of prototypes in the field.
Step by step you will take over responsibility for the project flow and the communication to collaboration partners.
Your training on the job will be accompanied by CEOS' senior scientists.Requirements
The position requires a distinct physics background combined with a hands-on attitude to efficiently tackle problems and work towards solutions.
Good communication skills and a responsible and organized way of working are as important as a sound mathematical education and good computer skills.
Practical experience with development projects at a transmission electron microscope and a firm understanding of electron optics are highly desirable.
Technical know-how on electronics measurement equipment and hands-on experience on vacuum recipients would be a great advantage.
A good command of the English language and the willingness to learn German are necessary.More information
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Dr. Peter Hartel
e-mail: hartel@ceos-gmbh.de
phone: +49-(0)6221-89467-22 -
QuantAlps Grenoble
Grenoble, France
Postdoctoral Researcher Position
Announcement date: 02 September 2025Description
We are seeking outstanding candidates for QuantAlps Postdoctoral Researcher positions to develop an ambitious 2-year research program on one of the topics relevant to QuantAlps, based in one of the QuantAlps laboratories, and in collaboration with local researchers.g
Deadline: October 31, 2025, at 23:59 (CET)
Requirements
The candidates must have a Doctoral degree and at least 2 years of postdoctoral experience by the starting date of the QuantAlps contract.
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Contact
- About the recruitment procedure: Parinaz TAJABOR: parinaz.tajabor@univ-grenoble-alpes.fr
- About the position: Denis BASKO denis.basko@lpmmc.cnrs.fr
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CNRS / University Paris cité
Paris, France
2-year Post-Doctoral Position
Announcement date: 01 September 2025Description
The MeANS group at the MPQ laboratory (CNRS / University Paris cité) is looking for an experienced and
motivated post-doctoral scientist to conduct liquid-phase TEM experiments with the view to study the
structure and dynamics of supercrystals made of binary assemblies of metal nanorods.Deadline for applications: October 15th, 2025
Requirements
- PhD in Condensed matter, Nanochemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, physics.
- Experience in transmission electron microscopy (skills in liquid-cell TEM will be a major asset) and Small
Angle X-ray Scattering (SAXS) at synchrotron facilities.
- Skills in image processing and data analysis for TEM.
- Expertise in wet-chemical synthesis and self-assembling of nanomaterials.
And also (but essential): Strong motivation to perform in a multidisciplinary environment, autonomy,
ability to work in a team, ability to write up experimental data to publication standard, effective verbal
communication skills in English (or in French).More information
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Damien Alloyeau (Laboratoire Matériaux et Phénomènes quantiques, CNRS – University Paris Cité),
damien.alloyeau@u-paris.fr; +33 1 57 27 69 83 -
The University of Western Australia
Australia
Applications Specialist (Electron Microprobe)
Announcement date: 01 September 2025Description
The Centre for Microscopy, Characterisation and Analysis at The University of Western Australia in Perth is looking for an experienced electron microprobe user/operator to manage two JEOL electron microprobes (8530F and 8530F+), which mainly support the large West Australian geoscience research community and related industries.-
You will work independently to manage the physical resources and operations of the electron microprobe capability and provide a high level of electron microscopy expertise to support academic staff, technical staff, students and external stakeholders with their research pursuits.
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You will provide training, advice, and support in all aspects of electron microprobe workflows, from sample preparation through to data acquisition and analysis.
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You will also participate more broadly in the activities of the electron microscopy capability.
Visa sponsorship support is available for international applicants.Closing Date: 22 September 2025Requirements
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Relevant tertiary or demonstrated equivalent competency.
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Advanced knowledge of electron microprobe workflows, and their applications within research, especially in the geosciences.
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Advanced knowledge and technical experience in sample preparation relevant to electron microprobe.
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Extensive experience engaging and supporting diverse research programs.
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Demonstrated knowledge of relevant policies and procedures for the administration of infrastructure and Occupational Health & Safety.
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Associate Professor Martin Saunders
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The Institute of Micro- and Nanostructure Research (IMN) and the Center for Nanoanalysis and Electron Microscopy (CENEM) at the Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)
Germany
Doctoral Researcher (f/m/d) in Scale-Bridging Correlative Tomography
Announcement date: 01 September 2025Description
We invite applications for a motivated doctoral researcher to join our interdisciplinary team specializing in scale-bridging correlative tomography to investigate hierarchical porous structures. The successful candidate will focus on characterizing stationary phase materials (SPMs) used in chromatography, as well as other porous materials, utilizing state-of-the-art imaging techniques such as electron tomography (ET), nano X-ray computed tomography (nano-CT), and micro-computed tomography (micro-CT).
Submission Is Possible Until: 30 September 2025
Requirements
- Master’s degree or equivalent in Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field with competitive grades.
- Strong interest in tomographic imaging techniques and data analysis.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Able to work in an interdisciplinary team, high level of independence and diligence.
- Able to present ideas and results to a broad audience.
- Proficient in the English language; proficiency in the German language is beneficial though not essential.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Prior experience with SEM/FIB, TEM or X-ray microscopy methods is a plus but not required.
- Experience with tomographic imaging techniques and data analysis.
- Programming skills and familiarity with image processing and analysis software.
- A keen interest in advancing methodological developments in tomography and materials characterization.More information
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Dr. Benjamin Apeleo Zubiri
Group Leader „Hierarchical Functional Materials“, IMN & CENEM, FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg, Germany
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Duve Institute, UCLouvain
Louvain, Belgium
Scientific coordinator in biological imaging in charge of the Cell and Tissue Imaging Platform (PICT)
Announcement date: 01 September 2025Description
The PICT imaging platform provides training and access to various fluorescence, confocal, multiphoton and super-
resolution microscopes, as well as a wide range sophisticated methods for both vital and fixed-sample microscopy.
The platform is also a source of advice and collaboration, providing users with the expertise they need at every
stage of the experiment, from sample preparation to data analysis and interpretation.
Microscopy techniques have a very wide field of application. They are essential to cell biology, immunology and
oncology laboratories. The PICT platform manages these advanced technologies for the cell and tissue biology
groups at the de Duve Institute and other users from several UCLouvain institutes, both within and outside the
Health Sciences Sector.
The scientific coordinator of the platform will carry out the various tasks described below, under the supervision of
Professor Donatienne Tyteca.
More information
Contact
Prof. Donatienne Tyteca
(donatienne.tyteca@uclouvain.be)
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Stockholm University
Stockholm, Sweden
Staff Scientist – Scanning Electron Microscopy
Announcement date: 08 August 2025Description
The Department of Chemistry at Stockholm University has more than 200 employees. Research spans all areas of chemistry such as analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, materials chemistry, inorganic and structural chemistry and organic chemistry. Research projects ranges from theory to experiment, from fundamental research to applied projects often with a strong focus on sustainable chemistry and the development of advanced analytical methods for studies of materials and chemical compounds.
To support its various research programs, the Department of Chemistry has a well-developed shared research infrastructure. The Electron Microscopy Center currently has three staff scientists responsible for instrument maintenance, instrument training, and support of users. We are now looking for a new staff scientist focusing on Scanning Electron Microscopy to join our team.
Requirements
• A PhD degree in science, engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive knowledge of advanced SEM instruments, including EDS spectrometers, with 3-5 years of experience in their use and maintenance.
• Strong expertise in acquiring and interpreting data relevant to materials research, for soft or hard materials.
• Familiarity with cryo sample-preparation techniques for analysis of soft matter and bio-based materials.
• Strong ability to collaborate with users from various backgrounds and levels of expertise, as well as with administrative and technical staff.
• Good organizational and analytical skills and documented abilities for independent work.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
More information
Contact
Assoc. Prof. Tom Willhammar, phone: +46 70 358 07 25, tom.willhammar@su.se.
Professor Niklas Hedin, phone: +46 8 16 24 17, niklas.hedin@su.se.
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Heidelberg University
Germany
Full Professorship (W3) in “Multimodal Imaging” (f/m/d)
Announcement date: 28 July 2025Description
We are searching for a researcher with an internationally visible, original research program focusing on imaging and characterization of biological, polymeric and functional hybrid structures at the micro- and nanometer scales, including contributions to the 3D reconstruction and quantitative analysis of experimental data using appropriate computational tools. Ideally, the successful applicant will strike a balance between development and application of methods for spatial high-resolution imaging of 3D systems. Particularly attractive is experience in the characterization of time-varying material systems and the development of novel electron- and optical imaging techniques. However, cryo-electron microscopy should not be the main focus. The candidate should demonstrate a strong track record in research, teaching, and the acquisition of third-party funding. They should possess collaborative skills and a comprehensive understanding of the
interdisciplinary field of multimodal imaging.Requirements
The appointment requires a university degree, an outstanding doctorate, pedagogical aptitude which is usually proven by teaching experience, and, in accordance with article 47 (2) of the Higher Education Law of the state of Baden-Württemberg (LHG), a Habilitation, a successfully evaluated junior professorship or equivalent qualifications.
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NRC-CNRC - Quantum and Nanotechnologies
Edmonton, Canada
Research Officer, Developmental and Analytical Microscopy
Announcement date: 25 July 2025Description
Job reference: 23418
We are looking for a Research Officer to support our Quantum and Nanotechnologies Research Centre. The incumbent would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity...
Closing Date: 15 October 2025 - 23:59 Eastern Time
Requirements
Ph.D. in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Physics or a relevant field.
Significant experience in electron microscopy using a transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and a scanning electron microscopy (SEM).
Experience developing new or existing electron microscopy instrumentation or methods.
Significant experience writing peer reviewed publications.
Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams.
Significant experience setting up custom experiments for data collection and analysis.
Experience developing and managing effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, academic partners and/or industrial partners.
More information
Contact
- Phone
- 450-645-4208
- NRC.NRCHiring-EmbaucheCNRC.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca
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Monash University - School of Physics and Astronomy
Melbourne, Australia
Postdoctoral position in electromagnetic field mapping via scanning transmission electron microscopy
Announcement date: 16 July 2025 - Deadline for application: 13 August 2025Description
Job reference: Job No.: 682389
The Research Fellow will work on developing new theoretical and computational tools for quantifying electromagnetic field distributions down to the atomic scale. The project will build on recent developments in inverse scattering methods, including ptychography, and may utilise iterative algorithms, machine learning and high-performance computing. Through the Monash Centre for Electron Microscopy, opportunities exist to acquire large experimental datasets using direct electron detectors to validate the methods developed.
Requirements
The successful candidate will have a PhD in Physics, Materials Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related field. Research experience in at least one of the following would be highly regarded: (i) the theory and simulation of scattering, diffraction and imaging with high energy electrons or X-rays; (ii) solving inverse scattering problems, such as phase retrieval or ptychography; and/or (iii) aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron microscope data acquisition and analysis.
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A/Prof Scott Findlay
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TU Delft
Delft, Netherlands
PhD Position Developing Diffractive Imaging in Scanning Electron Microscopy for Inspection/Metrology
Announcement date: 15 July 2025Description
The Curious Beams Lab in the Department of Imaging Physics at TU Delft is seeking a motivated PhD candidate to join a new effort at the intersection of computational imaging, electron microscopy, and inverse modeling. The group focuses on advancing electron imaging techniques to extract high-resolution, interpretable information from indirect or complex detector signals.
This PhD project aims to bring model-based diffractive imaging to scanning electron microscopy (SEM), enabling surface-sensitive, nanoscale characterization at low acceleration voltages. By combining advances in detector technology and source coherence with simulation-driven reconstruction algorithms, the project seeks to push beyond the spatial resolution limits of conventional SEM — particularly in regimes relevant to semiconductor inspection and metrology.
The work is part of the Foundations for Electron-Beam Metrology and Inspection KIC consortium, a collaboration between TU Delft, ARCNL, and ASML, focused on developing new tools for electron-beam inspection of advanced materials and devices.
The successful candidate will explore optimal BSE and SE detection geometries, develop efficient forward models for signal formation, and implement inverse algorithms to extract structural and topographic information. The position offers access to cutting-edge instrumentation, a strong network of collaborators, and a vibrant multidisciplinary environment spanning physics, microscopy, and computational modeling.Submission is possible until: 15 Aug 2025
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- Strong interest in electron microscopy, computational imaging, and model-based reconstruction
- Experience with scientific programming and numerical modeling
- Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Prior experience with SEM, BSE/SE detection, or inverse methods is a plus but not requiredMore information
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Dr. Georgios Varnavides
Assistant Professor, Imaging Physics, TU Delft
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Instituto de Física / Universidade Estadual de Campinas (Unicamp)
Campinas, Brazil
Post-Doc Fellowship Opportunity
Announcement date: 15 July 2025Description
This project aims to consolidate a research group focused on optical and electronic properties of optically active materials (absorbers and emitters) studied through Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM) associated with a high-performance optical device. This device, which was patented by our team, allows the detection of the light emission induced by the tunneling current and also the injection of light in the vicinity of the STM tip. With this infrastructure, it is possible to study the morphology, electronic structure and light emission of individual nanostructures with high spatial and spectral resolution. The objectives of this proposal are to continue research activities in two-dimensional (2D) materials (h-BN and TMDs) and start research in other materials, in particular on 2D halides perovskites. We will pay attention to technologically relevant problems concerning materials that are have potential application as light emitters and light absorber in future devices such as solar cells and light emitting diodes. These problems include determining band alignments and band edges, substrate effects, defects, line broadening, and other with direct impact on device performance. (AU)
Requirements
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. and have experience with scanning probe microscopy (including AFM or STM) and optical spectroscopy techniques (including photoluminescence and Raman spectroscopy). Experience with tip-enhanced optical spectroscopy (TERS or TEPL) will be considered an advantage. Additional relevant experience includes prior work with 2D materials, nanoparticles, and/or perovskites.
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- Luiz Fernando Zagonel
- zagonel@unicamp.br