Research Fellow

Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263 with potential progression once in post to £46,974. Grade 7

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract up to June 2025

Closes: 7^th May 2024

Travel and international travel is required for this role

A research position is available for candidates with expertise in experimental quantum materials physics, joining the group of Dr Mingee Chung as part of the Condensed Matter Group, University of Birmingham.

Funded by EPSRC(EP X011887/1), this project aims to identify finite temperature spin transport in quantum magnetic insulators. The project will use primarily NMR alongside complementary bulk techniques such as specific heat measurements. There will be a strong focus on the experimental capability for a versatile NMR probe compatible with cryogenic systems and also operating systems. The successful candidate will have access to a training budget, opportunities to collaborate with central facilities researchers and other national and international collaborators, and the opportunity to present the research at national and international meetings and conferences.

Summary of Role

• Work within EPSRC grant (EP X011887/1) and contribute to writing bids
• Operate within area of quantum magnetism and NMR
• Analyse and interpret research findings and results
• Disseminate the results through publishing in high profile journals and presenting at domestic and international workshops and conferences.
• Contribute to generating funding

Main Duties

The responsibilities may include some but not all of the responsibilities outlined below.

• To talk initiative in the planning of research, and to identify and develop suitable experimental techniques and analyses.
• To collect, analyse and interpret research data, and to apply knowledge in a way which develops a new intellectual understanding
• Ensuring the validity and reliability of the data at all times, and maintaining an accurate and complete record of all findings
• Disseminating research finding by preparing high-quality publications and delivering research seminars and conference presentations
• To interact with collaborators at Birmingham, UK and overseas
• To assist in the supervision and training of graduate students and undergraduate project students on research-related work
• Undertaking administration arising from the research project and dealing with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines
• Contributing to research-related activities within the Condensed Matter Group and the School of Physics and Astronomy, including attending and participating in group meetings, seminars and colloquia
• Contribute to developing new models, techniques and methods
• Promoting and valuing equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture.

Person Specification

• First degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or related subject, and a PhD (or one near to completion) in Quantum Materials, Condensed Matter or a related discipline.
• A demonstrable track record of high-quality written research work in experimental condensed matter.
• Expertise in one (or more) of the following experimental techniques: NMR, muon spin relaxation and neutron scattering, or a related.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly to audiences.

For informal enquiries contact Dr Mingee Chung: m.chung@bham.ac.uk.

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