PhD and Postdoctoral position in Orbitronics

Description of the project: The Spintronics and Nanodevices group lead by Prof. Saül Vélez (www.velezlab.es) is looking for 1 postdoc and 1 PhD student to join the team. The candidates will work on Experimental Spintronics with focus on exploring orbitronic phenomena in light materials and interfaces.

The candidates will investigate the underlying physics behind the generation and transport of orbital angular momentum currents for their use in innovative magnetic memory and computing applications. The devices will be fabricated by thin film sputtering growth and lithography in cleanroom facilities, and characterized by combined magnetotransport, magneto-optical and microwave techniques available in our laboratory.

Requirement for the Postdoc position: PhD in experimental spintronics with outstanding track-record in the use of microwave techniques such as spin pumping, surface acoustic waves, and high frequency harmonic transport to investigate spintronic phenomena. Experience in micro/nano-fabrication as well as device characterization via alternative tools such as magnetotransport and magneto-optical techniques will be highly appreciated.

Requirement for the PhD position: candidates must have recently completed their Bachelor’s and Master’s studies in Physics or closely related areas, or be in position to have finished the studies by the time they join the group.

Application Deadline: The applications will be reviewed as received and continue until the positions are filled.

Expected starting: From Summer 2025 (negotiable).

How to apply:

Please e-mail your application directly to the group leader Prof. Saül Vélez (saul.velez(at)uam.es).

The applications must include the following attachments as a single PDF document in English: 

· Motivation letter (max. 1 page).

· CV including a list of publications.

· Contact details of at least two references (or letters of recommendation if available).

(Kindly follow the instructions as provided)

Candidates will be selected in a public, international, and equal-opportunity competition, keeping in mind that women and minorities are under-represented in Physics. We encourage female researchers to apply.