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At this page microscopy related job opportunities are presented. The information shown remains the responsibility of the original author. So far these announcements are free of charge for jobs at Universities and other non-profit institutes throughout Europe as well as for ECMA members (the corporate members of EMS). EMS members working outside Europe can also for free post job positions at their respective research group. Others pay Euro 200 per announcement. Companies eligible for ECMA membership are requested to join the silver ECMA membership category (Euro 250).
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Prof. C. Schöfer
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Medical University of Vienna
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Job information suitable for this page (in English) may be sent to the EMS secretary.
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Materials Science Institut of Barcelona (ICMAB)
Bellaterra, Spain
Postdoctoral researcher
Announcement date: 23 October 2018Description
The two-year position is part of the ERC Advanced Grant ULTRASUPERTAPE which aims to demonstrate an unprecedented approach for fabrication of low cost/high throughput/high performance High Temperature Superconducting (HTS) Coated Conductors, based on a new ultrafast transient liquid assisted growth (TLAG) process able to reach 100 nm/s growth rates.
Requirements
- PhD in solid state physics or materials science
- Strong hands-on experience of aberration-corrected (S)TEM imaging
- Additional skills of TEM specimen preparation, analysis and simulation of atomic resolution STEM images, electron energy-loss spectroscopy (EELS) are also of interest
- High level in written/spoken English
- High motivation and good communication skills
- Scientific records will be considered in the evaluation
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Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST)
Okinawa, Japan
Electron Microscopy Specialist
Announcement date: 19 October 2018Description
OIST Imaging Section seeks a highly-motivated Electron Microscopy Specialist to expand imaging capability within the university. The principle responsibilities of the position will be to keep the imaging facility and equipment in a good functional condition, to provide researchers and students with consultation, training and technical assistance on sample preparation and imaging and to support the Imaging Section Leader in optimizing the use of the facility and equipment
Application Due Date: November 30, 2018 (Applications will be screened upon arrival)
Requirements
(Required)
-PhD degree in science
-At minimum of 5 years of research experience in biological electron microscopy
-Practical knowledge of:- conventional sample preparation methods for TEM and SEM
- preparation methods for cryo-EM, such as cryo-fixation, freeze-substitution, freeze-fracturing and Tokuyasu sectioning
- Immunolabelling for light and electron microscopy.
- image processing software: e.g., IMOD, ImageJ.
-Ability to effectively communicate and provide customer-oriented service to researchers and students in English both written and spoken (TOEIC 850 or higher)
(Preferred)
-Basic knowledge of light microscopy to support correlative microscopy
-Knowledge of volume microscopy: focussed ion beam scanning electron microscopy, serial block-face SEM and/or array tomography, and/or cryoTEM and cryoSEM
-Japanese language skillsMore information
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CNR-IOM
Trieste, Italy
Postdoctoral Research Position on advanced nanostructural characterization by scanning and transmission electron microscopy of nanomaterials
Announcement date: 17 October 2018Description
The successful candidate will work at the experimental activities concerning characterisation by scanning and transmission electron microscopy of nanostructured materials in strong connection with the research groups devoted to thin films growth and synchrotron-based advanced electronic characterization operational at CNR-IOM.
Send your CV, cover letter, list of publications and letter(s) of reference to ciancio@iom.cnr.it
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: November 15, 2018
but late applications may also be considered if the position has not been fulfilled by the deadline
Requirements
Bachelor Degree and PhD in Physics or similar disciplines.
Preference will be given to applicants with proven experience in transmission electron microscopy applied to the characterization of physic-chemical properties of materials, as well as with good knowledge on typical materials science research topics addressed with electron microscopy and complemented with other experimental techniques. Experience in TEM/STEM data analysis, processing and simulation could be well considered.
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Dr. Regina Ciancio
CNR-IOM
e-mail: ciancio@iom.cnr.it
Tel: +39 040375 6467
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CNR-IOM
Trieste, Italy
A postdoctoral research position on in-situ/in-operando electron microscopy is open at CNR-IOM with a special focus on catalysis and reactive materials.
Announcement date: 17 October 2018Description
The successful candidate will work at the experimental activities concerning in operando characterization by transmission electron microscopy of different materials systems (e.g. catalysts, liquid/solid interfaces) in different environments (liquid, ambient pressure, etc...). On-going projects include the study of nanocatalysts (e.g. Pd nanocrystals, CeO2 nanopowders) and nanoparticles for solar cell devices (CZTS or CdSe/ZnSe) in reactive environments.
Send your CV, cover letter, list of publications and letter(s) of reference to ciancio@iom.cnr.it
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: November 15, 2018
but late applications may also be considered if the position has not been fulfilled by the deadline
Requirements
• Degree and PhD in Physics, Chemistry or similar disciplines;
• Proven experience in transmission electron microscopy
• Good knowledge in the field of heterogeneous catalysis and surface reactivity
• (Welcome but not compelling) Previous experience in in-situ electron microscopy of hard matter materials.
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Dr. Regina Ciancio
CNR-IOM
e-mail: ciancio@iom.cnr.it
Tel: +39 040375 6467
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University of Glasgow
United Kingdom
Research Assistant/Associate
Announcement date: 16 October 2018Description
Job reference: 023050
You will contribute to a project “Current-driven domain wall motion and magnetomemristance in FeRh-based nanostructures” working with Professor Stephen McVitie and Dr Damien McGrouther at the University of Glasgow and Professor Chris Marrows at the University of Leeds. Specifically, the job requires expert knowledge in advanced functional materials and electron microscopy.
The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow.
Deadline for applications: 8th November 2018
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- Stephen McVitie
- Stephen.McVitie@glasgow.ac.uk
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Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST)
Belvaux, Luxembourg
Post-doc position
Announcement date: 15 October 2018Description
Job reference: MRT-2018-038
The candidate will be in charge of developing nanoscale correlative microscopy methodologies, including the subsequent data treatment, and apply them to energy materials:
Investigation by electron microscopy (SE) of the materials (structure, morphology)
2D chemical analysis by SIMS
3D chemical analysis of devices by SIMS
Exploit and treat the data allowing a 2D, 3D and correlative SE-SIMS representation
Providing a full 4D (1+3D) reconstruction based on correlative SE-SIMS mapping
Requirements
PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
Competencies
Experience with materials science characterization tools (e.g. Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (SIMS), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Focussed Ion Beam instrumentation (FIB)) with a clear vision how these techniques can be used
Interest in working with prototype instrumentation, ability to design experiments and work independently with high level of scientific rigor
Experience with sample preparation and materials processing techniques, including mechanical polishing, electro-polishing, and etching
Basic knowledge in photovoltaics and battery technology would be an asset
Ability to work in a team with team-spirit mandatory
Language
Be fluent in English (both oral and written)
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CiQUS (University of Santiago de Compostela)
Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Research Fellow open position on Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)
Announcement date: 15 October 2018Description
The candidate will have a key role in the characterization of nanostructured materials and other types of samples using (HR)TEM/STEM techniques. He/she will provide high-level scientific and technical expertise in the design of experiments that require transmission microscopy, the preparation of samples and the collection and interpretation of results derived from the experiments. His/her role will also involve employment of electron diffraction techniques, microanalysis techniques for the analysis of nanostructures, reconstruction of 3D structures by tomography and use of in-situ equipment for real-time analysis, as well as support for management, maintenance and training tasks.
Application’s deadline: Wednesday 17th, October 2018.
Requirements
PhD in Chemistry, Physics or Materials Science.
Research experience in transmission electron microscopy (TEM/STEM) and hands-on in sample preparation. Knowledge in different nanomaterials characterization techniques (EDS, EELS, tomography, cryo-TEM, etc.) and analysis, as well as the use of in-situ equipment and sample preparation, will be highly valued.
Previous experience in technical/management positions in high resolution electronic microscopy facilities will be also considered.
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- Identity
- Almudena García-Fernández, PhD
- ciqus@usc.es
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Lund University
Lund, Sweden
Post doc position
Announcement date: 15 October 2018Description
Job reference: V 2018/1105
The post doc will be involved five projects within the field of soft matter where 3D structures of a range of materials will be investigated with cryo-TEM tomography. The projects are entitled: “Investigating growth of porous materials” (PI Prof Viveka Alfredsson), “Elucidating the chirality of supramolecular helical aggregates of bile salts and derivatives” (Prof Karin Schillén), “Measuring protein height on immune cells” (Associate Prof Peter Jönsson) , “Structural and thermodynamical properties of clay” (Associate Prof Marie Skepö) and “Structure of amyloid aggregates” (Prof Emma Sparr). The post doc will work closely with the PIs of the different projects and also with other members of their respective group. The PIs are all active within one scientific environment (Physical and Theoretical Chemistry) within the Chemical Institution (KILU) of Lund University.
Application: Applications should contain an introductory letter, a CV, a publication list and copies of relevant academic diploma. Mark the application with reference number: V2018/1105. Send applications by email to Thomas Björkman at thomas.bjorkman@kc.lu.se. Application deadline: Nov 1, 2018. Starting date: As soon as possible.
Requirements
PhD in Chemistry, Physics or related areas is required. Expertise Transmission Electron Microscopy is required and expertise in TEM-tomography and/or cryo-TEM is highly advantageous.
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- Professor Viveka Alfredsson
- Phone
- +46 701 711 007
- viveka.alfredsson@fkem1.lu.se
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The Pennsylvania State UniversitySuccessful candidates will have demonstrated expertise in advanced S/TEM.
Pennsylvania, USA
Faculty Position in Engineering Science and Mechanics Advanced Scanning/Transmission Electron Microscopy
Announcement date: 12 October 2018Description
The Department of Engineering Science and Mechanics (ESM) at The Pennsylvania State University seeks applicants for a tenure-track/tenured faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of advanced scanning/transmission electron microscopy (S/TEM). Other academic ranks will also be considered in exceptional cases. Successful candidates will have demonstrated expertise in advanced S/TEM. In particular, we seek outstanding candidates interested in advanced use of existing TEM equipment at Penn State (Titan3 G2 and Talos F200X in the Materials Research Institute) and customizing it for in-situ and/or environmental operando, to explore an active research endeavor to discover new physics and/or materials science and/or physical/chemical processes. We are especially interested in applicants whose research focuses on, but not limited to, in-situ/operando TEM characterization of materials for quantum optics/computing, 2D materials, chemical catalysis, electrochemical charging, crystalline growth, phase transition, and mechanical failure. Successful candidates will benefit from the highly interdisciplinary environment at Penn State and establish cross-disciplinary collaborations on campus in engineering and materials sciences, chemistry, physics, electrical engineering and mechanics. Candidates are welcome to expand their re-search areas into cryo-TEM (FEI Titan Krios) and contribute to the convergence of the Materials and Life Sciences. The successful applicant will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses and offer new courses in ESM.
Screening of applicants will begin on October 15, 2018. Expected start date is August 2019.
Requirements
Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in an engineering science-related discipline, and track record of accomplishments in both research and teaching.
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Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) - Department of Physics
Trondheim, Norway
Postdoc position in transmission electron microscopy and diffraction
Announcement date: 11 October 2018Description
The transmission electron microscopy activity at NTNU is centered around the TEM Gemini Centre and the national infrastructure NORTEM. Our research extends through various fields of solid state physics and materials technology, from cooperation with industry on aluminum, to third generation solar cells and novel nanomaterials. The position is for 4 years and is jointly funded by NTNU and ESTEEM3. The postdoc will be involved in the transnational access activities in Trondheim, and will do research and developments within the work package on materials for transportation. Estimated starting date: Early 2019.A Ph.D. degree in a relevant subject (physics, chemistry, material science..), with experience in TEM and TEM related techniques.
Application deadline: 20 November 2018
Requirements
A Ph.D. degree in a relevant subject (physics, chemistry, material science..), with experience in TEM and TEM related techniques.
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University of Warwick
Coventry, United Kingdom
Technical Officer - Materials Characterisation
Announcement date: 10 October 2018Description
WMG, a world renowned department within the University of Warwick, are seeking to appoint a Technical Officer in Materials Characterisation to manage, develop and support research staff, students and external users with their projects.
Application Deadline: 25th October 2018
Requirements
The ideal candidate should have experience in characterisation e.g. electron microscopy and/or ion beam techniques, XRD, surface analysis. Specialist hands-on experience of a minimum of two material characterisation techniques is also required. A PhD or Master’s degree in Materials Science or a closely related discipline or equivalent experience is essential with additional qualifications in materials and/or characterisation being desirable.
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- Dr Geoff West
- Phone
- +442476573501
- G.West@warwick.ac.uk
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Commissariat à l’énergie atomique et aux énergies alternatives (CEA)
Grenoble, France
PhD student on "High-resolution magnetic imaging of nanotubes for spintronics"
Announcement date: 08 October 2018Description
The objective of the Phd subject is the study by transmission electron microscopy (TEM) of magnetic nanotubes. We are studying these as model objects to explore the concept of information storage in a 3D magnetic media, based on the propagation of magnetic walls along one-dimensional structures. Physico-chemical study of the material and magnetic imaging at the nanometer scale will be used to explore and understand the arrangement of domains and domain walls in these systems.
The experimental techniques that will be used will be chemical and structural analysis by electron diffraction and high-resolution imaging, magnetic imaging and electron holography, in a transmission electron microscope. The student will perform sample preparation for electron microscopy, and experimental electron microscopy. The work also includes an aspect of processing, interpretation of data and participation in micro-magnetic simulations to assist physical understanding. These will be done in collaboration with the laboratory of simulation group SPINTEC / NEEL.
In the framework of the PhD, the topic would be enlarged to other systems with exotic magnetization textures, such as magnetic skyrmions and their manipulation under polarized current in the microscope, combining instrumentation and state-of-the-art physics. Another goal will be to dynamic studies with a nano-device operation (eg polarized current flow inducing precessional dynamics) in the microscope. Finally, efforts will be made on simulated images and simulations micromagnetism. These calculations will be performed in collaboration with the SPINTEC simulation group and will interpret our results.
Contact
COOPER David
<david.cooper@cea.fr>
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Delft University of Technology - Quantum Nanoscience
Delft, Netherlands
PhD position in Electron Nanoscopy of Quantum Materials
Announcement date: 04 October 2018 - Deadline for application: 20 December 2018Description
The Ph. D. vacancy is supported by the European Research Council through the Starting Grant "TESLA". The goal of this project is to explore the edge-induced properties in 1D layered materials by exploiting state-of-the-art electron microscopy and related techniques. This work will provide crucial input towards novel quantum technologies for developing low-energy-consumption tunable electronics, efficient signal processing, and quantum computation.
Requirements
The Ph.D. candidate should hold a master degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, or related topics. Familiarity with transmission electron microscopy tools would be a bonus, but it is not a requirement for applicants.
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Dr. Sonia Conesa-Boj Department of Quantum Nanoscience Kavli Institute of Nanoscience TU-Delft, Faculty of Applied Sciences
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Instituto de Nanociencia de Aragon (INA), Universidad de Zaragoza
Zaragoza, Spain
Postdoc position on Local Structural and Chemical Studies of Graphene and Related 2D Nanomaterials
Announcement date: 01 October 2018Description
The candidate will explore the atomic structure and configuration of graphene–based and related (including hybrid) 2D nanomaterials. The optoelectronic properties of such materials will be also investigated. Those works will be developed via different TEM techniques (atomic resolution HR(S)TEM and EELS) using aberration-corrected TEMs, as well as via other FIB, SEM and XPS techniques.
Please, send the applications not later than October 15th.
Requirements
Candidates should hold a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or other related areas. Previous experience in TEM (HR(S)TEM, EELS, tomography) is required and a background in carbon-based nanostructures, as well as a knowledge in XPS, SEM or FIB would be appreciated.
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- Raul ARENAL
- arenal@unizar.es
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Intelligent Imaging Innovations (3i)
Paris, France
Technical Support Specialist GmbH
Announcement date: 27 September 2018Description
The Technical Support Specialist provides telephone and online customer support, conducts customer site visits and performs systems integration and quality assurance. The post is based in Paris, France and requires travel throughout Europe.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical and/or optical engineering
(FH or adequate qualification) - Experience in microscopy and biomedical sciences preferred
- Extensive experience with computers and software programs
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Jeanne Tyler, PHROffice & Human Resources ManagerIntelligent Imaging Innovations (3i)<jeanne@intelligent-imaging.com> - Bachelor’s degree in electrical and/or optical engineering
