Job Information
- Organisation/Company
- University of Iceland
- Department
- The Faculty of Physical Sciences
- Research Field
- Physics
- Researcher Profile
- First Stage Researcher (R1)
- Country
- Iceland
- Application Deadline
- Type of Contract
- Temporary
- Job Status
- Full-time
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
- Not funded by an EU programme
- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
- No
Offer Description
The Faculty of Physical Sciences seeks applicants for a PhD student position within the field of magnetic metamaterials. The position is funded for three years by the Icelandic Research Fund.
Main tasks
Magnetic metamaterials feature in various emerging technologies including deep machine learning and brain-inspired computing, where coupled magnetic nano-oscillators are used to mimic the neurons in our brains. Such neural networks are highly efficient at recognition, classification and prediction tasks and could consume less energy in performing these tasks than current computing schemes. Within this project the student will work on the development of an experimental framework for the control of magnetic ordering and dynamics in magnetic metamaterials. The student will explore ways to utilize collective phenomena in systems composed of magnetic islands arranged in specific patterns, which exhibit magnetic properties beyond those of their individual constituents. The work will involve thin film deposition and patterning, as well as structural and magnetic characterization of magnetic films and nanostructures at local and international facilities. The student will be expected to communicate results at conferences and in scientific journals.
The research group
The supervisors will be Dr. Unnar Arnalds and Dr. Snorri Þorgeir Ingvarsson, Professors of Physics at the Faculty of Physical Sciences, and Dr. Fridrik Magnus, Research Professor at the Science Institute. The PhD work is part of a larger grant of excellence project which employs 3-4 other PhD students and postdocs working on related subjects.
Requirements
- Research Field
- Physics
- Education Level
- Master Degree or equivalent
- MSc degree in physics, applied physics, materials science, or related fields.
- Experience of thin film deposition, patterning and/or magnetic characterization is preferable.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in both written and spoken English.
The hiring is contingent on the candidate applying formally for the Ph.D. program at the University of Iceland at the corresponding department and that the application is approved by the faculty.
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Excellent
Additional Information
Wages according to the current collective agreement by the Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs and the relevant trade union.
The start date of the PhD position is negotiable but preferably around September 1st 2024.
Applications shall include:
- A cover letter describing the student's research interests and reasons for applying (1 page maximum).
- Curriculum vitae (3 page maximum).
- Copies of university diplomas (BSc and MSc) and course listings with grade information (in English).
- Names and contact information of two potential references.
All applications will be answered, and applicants will be informed about the appointment when a decision has been made. Applications are valid in the system for 6 months after the application deadline.
Appointments to positions at the University of Iceland are made in consideration of the Equal Rights Policy of the University of Iceland. http://www.hi.is/haskolinn/jafnrettisaaetlun#markmid2
The University of Iceland has a special Language Policy. https://www.hi.is/haskolinn/malstefna_haskola_islands
The University of Iceland is a growing community of knowledge and is a very dynamic and interesting workplace. Our values are academic freedom, professionalism and equality. The University strives to provide flexibility and encourages participation in the progression of studies and research in all fields within the realm of the University.
The School of Engineering and Natural Sciences employs ca. 400 people involved with teaching and research. The School offers an international working environment, with the number of international employees and students increasing each year. Currently about a quarter of all employees and graduate students are international. The school has around 2000 students and numerous graduate students. The School of Engineering and Natural Sciences is proud of its diversity and reform-minded environment where knowledge acquisition and sharing are paramount.
For further information please contact Prof. Arnalds (uarnalds@hi.is), Dr. Magnus (fridrikm@hi.is) or Prof. Ingvarsson (sthi@hi.is).
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- University of Iceland
- Country
- Iceland
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
Contact
- City
- Reykjavík
- Website
- Street
- Sæmundargata 6
- Postal Code
- 101
- uarnalds@hi.isfridrikm@hi.is