Ph.D. position — Electron transport theory applied to graphene-based sensors

Group: R. Stadler [website] at Vienna University of Technology

Funding: FWF Einzelprojekt — Project No. P31631: Destructive quantum interference in electron transport through graphene nanoribbons
Funding period: 36 mo / preferably starting 09/2019

We are looking for candidates for a three-year Ph.D. position in the group of Dr. Robert Stadler at Vienna University of Technology. Although the position only starts from 09/2019, the selection process starts now and candidates are encouraged to apply already. 

The successful candidate will work on the application and development of computational methods based on density functional theory for the description of electron transport through graphene nanostructures in the presence of adsorbed molecules, with a focus on configurations in which destructive quantum interference effects play an important role. The application of this research lies in chemical- and bio-sensing, and a close collaboration with experimentalists at the Biosensor Technology Unit of the Austrian Institute of Technology (AIT) in Tulln is planned for the project. 

Visit the project page to learn more!

Requirements:

• M. Sc. degree in chemistry, physics, materials science, or electrical engineering

• Knowledge of solid state theory and/or quantum chemistry

• Proficiency in programming (python)

• Excellent written and oral English communication skills

Application

Interested candidates should contact:

• Dr. Robert Stadler e-mail: robert [dot] stadler [at] tuwien [dot] ac [dot] at 

• Dr. Angelo Valli e-mail: angelo [dot] valli [at] tuwien [dot] ac [dot]

Please include the following documents:

• a motivation letter

• detailed curriculum vitae

• complete list of publications

• a list of (1 to 3) contact persons as references
  
  

Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration.