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EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main missions of the institutions: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 17,000 people, including over 12,500 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries.

STI - PhD position in the Dynamic Quantum Materials Laboratory (DQML)

Mission

In the Dynamic Quantum Materials Laboratory we generate materials with properties that can be manipulated on a femtosecond time scale. By driving solids with intense ultrashort laser pulses, we directly address collective modes and operate at the fundamental timescales governing the dynamics in a material. These light-matter hybrids with tunable properties opens up new ways to understand how order forms in a quantum many-body system.

Our research lies at the interface of quantum science, ultrafast laser optics and materials engineering. Students engaged in this interdisciplinary work will benefit from collaborations with world-leading experimental and theory groups at EPFL and beyond, the Center for Quantum Science & Engineering, the Lausanne Center for Ultrafast Science and the Center of Micro- NanoTechnology.

Main duties and responsibilities

The PhD position, supervised by Professor Gregor Jotzu, aims at exploring the light-induced control of  quantum magnets and their phase transitions, ultrafast dynamics of superconductors, and unconventional non-equilibrium topological phases. Experimental tasks encompass generating strong mid-infrared and THz laser pulses, as well as establishing detection techniques including ultrafast optical spectroscopy and novel magnetometry in a cryogenic environment.

Profile

Candidates should be highly motivated for cutting-edge experimental research, demonstrating both teamwork and independent initiative. A solid background in physics or materials, especially optics, quantum and solid state physics, is important. Lab experience would be advantageous, particularly in areas like laser optics, cryogenics, material characterization, data acquisition or experiment control. Effective communication in English and programming skills are also beneficial. However, the key requirement is a willingness to learn and engage in challenging research.

We offer

  • 4 years to complete your PhD with a competitive remuneration
  • A world-class research and training environment with access to state-of-the-art research facilities;
  • A multi-cultural and stimulating work environment;
  • Term of employment: 1-year fixed-term contract (CDD), renewable for 4 years.

Informations

Within your application please include a comprehensive CV detailing relevant skills, transcripts (including Bachelor’s), and contact details for at least two potential referees. Briefly explain your interest in this specific research direction.

For more information, please visit dqml.epfl.ch

Should you have any questions, please email us on: dqml.app@listes.epfl.ch










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