PhD Thesis in the field of chiral magnonics for altermagnets using advanced computational methods.
Develop novel, accurate, and fully first-principles computational methods to model the ground-state and excited-state properties of altermagnets, with a focus on spin waves (magnons).
Utilize advanced computational techniques, including density-functional theory with on-site U and inter-site V Hubbard corrections (DFT+U+V) and its time-dependent extension TDDFT+U+V, for simulations of magnons in altermagnetic materials.
Collaborate with experimental partners at the Paul Scherrer Institute to validate computational predictions using world-class large-scale facilities.
Employ the electronic-structure package Quantum ESPRESSO and the AiiDA infrastructure for simulations and data analysis.
Support teaching activities at EPFL or ETH Zurich.
Your Profile
Master of Science degree in physics, materials science, or chemistry, focusing on numerical simulations.
Prior experience with computational project work is essential.
Experience with density functional theory is desirable.
Proficiency in Fortran and Python programming languages is required.
Familiarity with other programming languages is a plus.
Strong written and oral communication skills in English are necessary.
The ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with both theoretical and experimental partners is essential.
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Our institution is committed to fostering interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. You will benefit from systematic on-the-job training, personal development opportunities, and our robust vocational training culture. We also provide modern employment conditions and on-site infrastructure to help you balance work with family life or other personal interests.
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