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Postdoctoral Researcher in Magnetic Nanostructures for Biomedical Applications
Our Magnetic & Functional Thin Films Group designs and fabricates magnetic and functional thin films with tailored properties arising from nanoscale effects. These films are used in applications ranging from magnetoelectronic devices to biomedical coatings.
Your tasks
This project aims to establish magnetic disk particles (MDPs) at the physical limit of performance for magnetic hyperthermia (MHT), magnetic particle imaging (MPI), and sensing applications. The position offers a unique opportunity to bridge fundamental magnetism, advanced nanofabrication, and translational biomedical research. The successful candidate will be based at Empa and play a central role in designing and realizing optimized magnetic multilayer systems. Your role at Empa- Design optimized magnetic multilayer thin films guided by micromagnetic modeling
- Fabrication via sputter deposition
- Nanopatterning of disk-shaped particles and suspension fabrication
- Magnetic characterization (VSM, MOKE, MFM)
- Close collaboration with micromagnetic modeling work (Prof. Dieter Suess, University of Vienna)
- Close collaboration on MPI and MPS measurements (Prof. Dr. Matthias Graeser, University of Rostock)
- Close collaboration on particle functionalization and biomedical validation (Prof. Inge K. Herrmann, Empa / ETH Zurich / University of Zurich / Balgrist University Hospital)
- Close collaboration on nanopatterning using polystyrene-based lithography (Prof. Michał Krupiński, Kraków, Poland)
Your profile
Essential - PhD in physics, materials science, or related field
- Expertise in thin film magnetism
- Strong publication record
- Strong interest in interdisciplinary research at the interface of physics, engineering, and biomedical applications
Highly desirable- Experience in micro- and nanofabrication
- Experience in micromagnetic modeling
Our offer
- We offer a high-visibility project with significant exposure and impact
- You will work with state-of-the-art infrastructure and cutting-edge resources
- The role involves strong international collaboration across leading institutions
- You will enjoy a high degree of scientific independence in your work
- Your research will have meaningful translational impact
- We provide competitive Swiss employment conditions
The position is available for two years with potential for prolongation.
We live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative, sustainable and meaningful activities - that's what counts.
We look forward to receiving your complete online application including a letter of motivation, CV, certificates, diplomas and contact details of two reference persons. Please submit these exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be considered.
