A PhD position is available at the Department of Physics. The appointment has a duration of 4 years including 1 year of work-duties for NTNU NanoLab.

Information about the department
The position is organized in the Department of Physics. Currently, there are 26 professors, 14 associate professors, 4 adjunct professors, 71 PhD research fellows and 16 postdoctoral positions appointed at the Department of Physics. Further information is available at: http://www.ntnu.no/fysikk/english

Our research spans a broad spectrum of natural sciences and technology, which in turn allows us to offer an education that provides a solid basis for future careers. Physics research is carried out in experimental as well as theoretical fields, often across conventional boundaries between disciplines. Research staff at the institute make a special effort to increase the awareness and understanding of the importance and impact of physics in our society.

Job description
We seek highly motivated individuals interested in experimental nanotechnology, instrument development and transferring obtained competence to other users of the NanoLab (http://www.ntnu.no/nanolab) at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). The intention of the position is to strengthen research activities within nanostructuring and push the performance of focused ion beam (FIB). To be specific structuring by FIB should be improved in respect to the spatial resolution, reproducibility & object quality over larger areas for conventional as well as new materials such as 2D crystals. The structured surfaces will be used as substrates for positioned-controlled nanowire growth, as high-quality photonic crystals and for the realization of novel small scale prototype measuring devices and structuring tools as lithography masks & stamps. The work will be based in the NTNU NanoLab cleanroom and at the Department of Physics (https://www.ntnu.edu/physics). The candidate will work closely together with different scientific groups at NTNU who develop and apply the targeted nanostructures. Detailed information on our PhD programs is found at: http://www.ntnu.edu/nt/research/phd.

Qualifications
In order to be taken into consideration for the PhD position the candidate must hold a Master degree or equivalent degree within Nanotechnology, Physics or a related field. Candidates who are currently finalizing their MSc degree can apply, but must have submitted their Master theses by 01.07.2015. Prior experience with modern charged particle optical systems, nanostructuring or the application areas is advantageous. Candidates who have already held a PhD position should not apply for this position.

The regulations for PhD programs at NTNU state that a Master degree or equivalent with at least 5 years of studies and an average grade of A or B within a scale of A-E for passing grades (A best) for the two last years of the MSc is required and C or higher of the BSc. Candidates from universities outside Norway are requested to send a Diploma Supplement or a similar document, which describes in detail the study and grade system and the rights for further studies associated with the obtained degree: http://ec.europa.eu/education/[...]tion/diploma_en.html

The position requires spoken and written fluency in the English language. Applicants from non-English-speaking countries outside Europe must document English skills by an approved test. The comment of Norwegian is seen as an advantage for this position.

Terms of employment
The appointment will be made according to the general regulations regarding university employees. PhD research positions are remunerated in salary code 1017, normally at start wage level 50 on the Norwegian Government pay scale, gross NOK 429 400 per year before tax. There is a 2% deduction for superannuation contribution. The appointment of the PhD fellows will be made according to Norwegian guidelines for universities and university colleges and to the general regulations regarding university employees. Applicants must agree to participate in organized doctoral study programs within the period of the appointment and have to be qualified for the PhD-study. The national labour force must reflect the composition of the population to the greatest possible extent. NTNU wants to increase the proportion of women in its scientific posts. Women are encouraged to apply. The position as PhD research fellow is remunerated according to the Norwegian State salary scale.

It is preferred that the selected applicant starts in the position in August 2015 and if not possible, no later than by 01/12/2015.

Further information can be obtained from the Director of NTNU NanoLab, Dr. Kay Gastinger ( kay.gastinger@ntnu.no , +47-735-91490) or professor Ton van Helvoort, Department of Physics, (NTNU, Tel. +47 735 93637, Email: a.helvoort@ntnu.no)

The application
Applications with a motivation letter, CV, possible publications and other scientific works, certified copies of transcripts and reference letters & contact details should be submitted electronically through this page.

Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered.

The reference number of the position is: NT-35/15

Application deadline: 29 May 2015.