Marie-Curie PhD position on the topic "Bose-Einstein Condensation and Matter-Wave Interferometry"

PhD position on the topic "Bose Einstein Condensation and Matter-Wave Interferometry" at the Institute for Electronic Structure and Lasers (IESL-FORTH) on Crete. The PhD studentship is part of the Marie-Curie Initial Training Network - QTEA.

Description

The successful candidate will perform experimental research on guided matter-wave interferometry and related topics in the Cretan Matter-Waves group of Wolf von Klitzing. Our research group is part of the Institute for Electronic Structure and Lasers (IESL-FORTH), which is the prime laboratory for research in experimental physics in Greece. As a European-funded laboratory it offers a uniquely international and interdisciplinary environment. Exchanges, e.g. through LaserLab Europe are strongly encouraged. The PhD will include a research stay at Nottingham University and an internship at a leading laser manufacturer. The candidate has the possibility to be integrated into the doctoral program of the University of Crete. Joint PhDs are welcome.

Successful candidates will take part in a network wide training program and are expected to collaborate with network partners through short term placements at industrial/academic partner institutions throughout the EU.

The candidate is expected to have an undergraduate degree in Physics or a related topic and be able to perform independent and creative research. Experience in cold atom physics or quantum optics is advantageous, but not essential. Applicants should send their CV (including a letter of motivation and the names of two or more referees) to phd@bec.gr. The position is available from August 1st, 2013 and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The salary is about 1600€ per month net.
Applications from female researchers are strongly encouraged.


Key Requirements

The successful applicant will have an undergraduate degree in physical sciences or a related discipline and have not more than four years of full-time equivalent research experience. He/She will not have lived in Greece for more than 12 months in the last three years.

Nr of positions available : 1

Research Fields

Physics - Quantum mechanics
Physics - Metrology

Career Stage

Early stage researcher or 0-4 yrs (Post graduate)

Research Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Benefits

Exchanges, e.g. through LaserLab Europe are strongly encouraged. The PhD will include a research stay at Nottingham University and an internship at a leading laser manufacturer. The candidate has the possibility to be integrated into the doctoral program of the University of Crete. Joint PhDs are welcome.

Successful candidates will take part in a network wide training program and are expected to collaborate with network partners through short term placements at industrial/academic partner institutions throughout the EU.

Comment/web site for additional job details

http://www.bec.gr
http://www.iesl.forth.gr/research/activity.aspx?id=13

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Requirements

Required Education Level

Degree	Primary Degree or equivalent
Degree Field	Physics

Degree	Primary Degree or equivalent
Degree Field	Engineering