Reference 2024-ECLIPSE-1
Deadline 11/10/2024
Division Experiments
Institution ALBA is the Spanish synchrotron light source, a large research infrastructure operating ten beamlines, complementary facilities, and an Electron Microscopy Center, this last in partnership with other institutions. Currently constructing multiple more beamlines, expanding the Electron Microscopy Center, and integrating advanced data analytics, it sums up a wide range of infrastructures geared toward finding solutions to societal challenges.
Located in Cerdanyola del Vallès (Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain), it is funded by the Spanish Government (Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovación) and the Catalan Government (Generalitat de Catalunya, Departament de Recerca i Universitats). The synchrotron light produced by 3 GeV electrons is used by thousands of researchers to analyse and understand the properties and functionality of matter, spanning a wide variety of fields, such as catalytic research, health, energy production/storage, environmental research, communication technologies, or cultural heritage.
Our highly motivated staff works in a multidisciplinary work environment with an atmosphere formed by lived diversity, inclusion and respect for our colleagues. One of the goals of our gender equality plan is to reach parity within the Consortium's different divisions and offices, and several actions have been taken to encourage applications from women mostly in scientific, engineer and technical job positions.
Located close to Barcelona, in a natural park and well connected by car and public transportation, with excellent connectivity to the world and an employer who understands the importance of life-work balance.
Facing an upgrade to ALBA II, a 4th generation facility, which will increase dramatically brightness and coherent flux, ALBA is in a phase of growth and dynamics. Being a part of the ALBA team will promote your career and will give you the opportunities to explore new territories.
We are offering a Post Doctoral research position at the CIRCE-PEEM experimental station. Research is to be conducted in the frame of a coordinated national research project, focusing on spin-orbit effects in the context of spintronics. In particular, we are looking at magnetoelastic effects driven by static or dynamic strain (surface acoustic waves) and orbital currents and accumulation.
We look for enthusiastic scientist candidate holding a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Material Science or scientific technology, who has an experimental background in condensed matter physics, material science or nanotechnology. Knowledge in the field of magnetism and spintronics and/or multiferroics is expected. Experience with (preferably soft x-ray) synchrotron radiation and/or cathode lense electron microscopy (LEEM-PEEM) will be key assets.
Tasks The successful candidate will perform research in spintronics and spin-orbitronics, focused at the PEEM instrument. Within the Eclip-SE project the candidate will, together with the members of the group:
develop her/his own research program and profile within the Eclip-SE-MEX project.contribute to the beamline operation and maintenance as far as required to achieve the objectives of Eclip-SE-MEX.develop his/her own ideas into experiments that fit into the project.be encouraged to pursue funding opportunities for PostDoc grants (Marie-Sklodowska-Curie, Juan de la Cierva, ...) under guidance of the senior researchers.prepare and perform experiment at the PEEM microscope.work on data analysis and dissemination in publication and conferences.prepare beamtime proposals and experimental reports.interact with researcher of the coordinated project at other institutes to further develop common activities.interact with other researchers at ALBA and external, existing or new, collaborators to continue and expand joint activities. Requirements The requirements for participation must be met on the date of the deadline for the submission of applications and will be accredited by means of the CV attached to it, without prejudice to the power of the selection body to require the contribution of the originals of the certifications accrediting the qualifications, training and work experience invoked in the CV.
Applications that do not present the aforementioned or required documentation during the selection procedure will not be accepted.
The candidate should:
Hold a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Material Science or similar disciplines.This position is reserved for those candidates having the legal status of person with disabilities, with a degree of disability equal or greater than 33%. In case of one or more admitted applicants with this status of disability, these candidates will be evaluated at first. In the event that no candidate with the status of disability is finally selected for the position, the selection process shall continue and the rest of the applicants will be evaluated.
Selection Process Development The selection will be carried out through the competition-opposition system.
As a first phase, an analysis of the curriculum will be carried out (assessment of previous experience and / or scientific history, degree, training and other professional information relevant to the position). Career breaks or variations in the chronological order of CVs will be regarded as an evolution of a career, and consequently, as a contribution to the professional development.
The assessment of the CV in the competition phase will be scored up to 40 points, which will consider the following aspects:
Experience in using a LEEM-PEEM microscope (10 points)Experience in soft x-ray absorption spectroscopy (e.g. XMCD/XMLD) (10 points)Research experience in magnetism, spintronics, multiferroics and orbital effects (10 points)Practical experience with relevant techniques in sample preparation (growth, patterning) and characterization (transport, magnetometry, etc….) (10 points)The best rated candidates, at least two if possible, will be invited to an interview where the technical competence, knowledge, skills and professional experience linked to the position will be assessed, with a total score of 60 points. A minimum of 30 points must be obtained out of a total of 60 points to be eligible.
Provided they meet the minimum requirements and have ranked among the top five after the assessment of the CV phase, at least one person from the underrepresented gender in the division/office will be interviewed.
The interview will include at least:
Presentation of professional experienceAuto-assessment of soft skillsVision of the job positionMotivation for applyingThe candidates will be assessed with respect to:
capability to perform experiments and exploit the experimental results. (20 points)operating sophisticated instrumentation, in particular UHV setups. (10 points)knowledge in magnetism, spintronics, multiferroics and orbital effects (10 points)ability and experience to work in a multidisciplinary and international team. Good interpersonal and communication skills. (10 points)Good organizational, planning skills and excellent communication skills (English). (5 points)Self-motivation. (5 points)The merits will be accredited by means of the CV attached to the application. The selection board may require accreditation by additional documentation, originals or certified copies confirming the experience invoked in the CV.
In case of a tied final score, the position will be awarded to the person who belongs to the most underrepresented gender in the corresponding Division and subsidiarily to the overall company.
If necessary, alternates of the members of the selection board will be appointed by the president of the selection process, and the change will be published in the announcement.
The resolution of the selection procedure will be carried out within a maximum period of six months from the deadline for submitting applications for participation.
The selection process may be declared vacant if the selection board considers not to have found eligible candidates for the position although they might meet the requirements to participate in the selection process specified in the offer.
Other information Temporary contract linked to the funded research project Eclip-SE-MEX, MICIN PID2021-122980OB-C54.
The Selection Board is composed by the following members: Manuel Valvidares Suárez, Miguel Ángel Niño Orti, Michael Foerster and Marta Ávila Pérez.
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