ICFO is offering a postdoctoral position to a well-qualified, highly motivated and dynamic young scientist who wishes to enhance his/her scientific career in a friendly and stimulating environment.
The successful candidate will be joining the Atomic Quantum Optics group led by Prof. Dr. Morgan Mitchell and the tasks and responsibilities will be: Conduct experimental research in the following areas: Miniaturized optically pumped atomic magnetometers (OPMs) for ultra-low-field nuclear magnetic resonance (ZULF NMR) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI); NMR MRI with a focus on MRI of microfluidic platforms, using radio-frequency OPMs; Hyperpolarization of carbon-13 molecular probes and their detection using OPMs.
Build experimental apparatus for nuclear spin hyperpolarization, OPMs and NMR/MRI.
Collaborate with the research group and external partners on cutting-edge atomic and nuclear sensor applications.
Present research findings at group meetings, conferences, and through scientific publications.
Support mentoring and supervision of junior researchers and students within the group.
Maintain lab equipment and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
Funded by MCIN/AEI/10.13039/501100011033 and by the European Union "NextGenerationEU"/PRTR.
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Use the following URL: https://jobs.icfo.eu/?detail=943 Candidates must hold an internationally-recognized Ph.D.-equivalent degree (or evidence of its completion in the nearest future) preferably in physics, chemistry, or related multi-disciplinary fields.
The candidate should have: Experience in nuclear magnetic resonance sequence design.
Experience in design and construction of experimental apparatus.
It will also be valued: Experience with python and Mathematica codes for data processing, numerical simulation.
Experience working with hyperpolarized nuclear spin systems.
ICFO is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates are selected exclusively on merit and potential on the basis of submitted application material.
No restrictions related to disabilities, citizenship or gender apply to ICFO positions.
Salaries for ICFO Postdoctoral positions are assigned by the Selection Committee, based on experience and seniority of the applicant, as well as the assigned tasks and responsibilities within the group.
Standard salaries range from a lower level aligned with national Ramon-y-Cajal fellowships to higher levels aligned with Marie Sklodowska-Curie individual fellowships.
The contract is offered for a period of 1 year, renewable.
Additionally, a family allowance is also available on request and after corresponding approval for people with family charges in the terms described in the corresponding policy.
Suitable candidates are requested to submit: Presentation letter with a declaration of interest.
Curriculum Vitae, including contact details.
The contact e-mail of two potential referees.
Candidates will be assessed as they apply and the call will remain open until the suitable candidate is identified.
Candidates may contact ****** for formal enquiries regarding the application, as well as address scientific enquiries to ******.
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Until positions are filled.
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