Ultrafast magnetization dynamics of transition metal phosphorus trichalcogenides

12 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

CNRS Strasbourg University

Department

DON

Research Field

Physics » Solid state physics
Physics » Optics

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

France

Application Deadline

25 Apr 2024 – 12:00 (Europe/Paris)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Offer Starting Date

1 Sep 2024

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

With most recent transistors reaching down 5 nm in thickness, new questions are raised on how to achieve viable THz magnetic control on heterostructures thick of a few atoms only. In this framework, the optical control of spin dynamics on the femtosecond time scale could represent a significant improvement of the speed of data processing technologies. The proposed experimental thesis work aims at addressing some of these questions by following two axis.  Firstly, the project will be dedicated to the understanding of spin and charges dynamics of Van der Walls magnets such as transition metal phosphorus trichalcogenides (XPS3 with X=Fe, Co, …). The role of sample substrate will be then investigated. The emphasis will be made on understanding the interplay of the electrons, spins and phonons ultrafast dynamics inside and between each constituent, depending on nanostructure geometry and composition (isolant, metallic or magnetic substrate). The successful candidate will take part to the life of the team and will acquire high- level skills in ultrafast spectroscopy and magnetism in a friendly and supportive work environment. They will have access to the forefront ultrafast magneto-optical techniques that have been developed in our team over last years from the visible to XUV ranges.

Requirements

Research Field

Physics » Solid state physics

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a good background in condensed matter physics and light-matter interaction processes, and with a strong interest in experimental physics.

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Research Field

Physics » Solid state physicsPhysics » Optics

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Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Institute of Physics and Chemistry of Strasbourg

Country

France

City

Strasbourg

Postal Code

67000

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

City

Strasbourg

Website

http://www.ipcms.unistra.fr/

Street

23 rue du Loess

STATUS: EXPIRED