Are you a Master’s graduate looking for fully funded PhD opportunities? Explore the range of funded PhD programs available at the Empa – Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, Switzerland. Apply online now and kickstart your doctoral journey!
1. Fully Funded PhD Position in Atomic and Molecular Quantum Magnetism
Summary of PhD Program:
You will play a key role in conducting systematic research on the quantum coherent manipulation of spins on surfaces. Particular emphasis is placed on molecular spin systems, where you can harness quantum correlations of many-body spin systems, enabled by atomically precise bottom-up synthesis. In our newly established lab, you will use low-temperature, high magnetic field scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) and tuning fork atomic force microscopy (QPlus AFM), combined with electron spin resonance techniques.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
2. Fully Funded PhD Position in multi-constituent nanopastes for sinter-bonding
Summary of PhD Program:
Joining is a key-enabling technology for advanced manufacturing. In order to address increasingly complex demands on joining (dissimilar materials combinations, miniaturisation, extreme operation conditions, thermal management issues, life-cycle considerations and sustainability,…), nano-micro-joining (NMJ) aims at utilising nanoscale, out-of-equilibrium effects for joining purposes, e.g. to achieve joints with higher operation temperature at lower joining temperature. A major NMJ research effort is the development of nanoparticle pastes (nanopastes) for sinter-bonding.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
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3. Fully Funded PhD Position in Application of Raman spectroscopy for Biomarker Detection in Wounds
Summary of PhD Program:
The student will use Raman spectroscopy to identify a handful of protein and metabolite biomarkers for different phases of wound healing and define when presence of specific proteins/metabolites can indicate initiation of chronic wounds. The project will involve preparation of artificial wound exudates, as well as measurements on wound exudates from patients. The student will combine Raman spectroscopy, along with cutting-edge machine learning approaches and statistical analysis, to enable timely identification of high risk for the chronic wound formation.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
4. Fully Funded PhD Position in Compression-Dominant 3D-Printed Concrete Structural Systems for Buildings
Summary of PhD Program:
Our Structural Engineering Research Laboratory develops new materials, systems, and manufacturing technics for civil infrastructure use. It is one of the biggest and most up-to-date structural laboratories in Europe, equipped with excellent testing facilities required for large-scale experiments. Some of its research endeavors to resolve open issues/questions related to 3D concrete printing. The primary goal is to develop innovative and attractive solutions for the problems hindering the wide-scale adoption of digital fabrication methods in the construction industry.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
5. Fully Funded PhD Position in Nanomaterials Engineering for Intraocular Infection with Antimicrobial Resistant Bacteria
Summary of PhD Program:
The Bacteria and Materials Interactions group at the Biointerfaces Laboratory is offering a PhD position focused on developing nanotherapeutics to treat post-surgery endophthalmitis. This project aims to tackle the growing threat posed by bacterial infections with antimicrobial resistance through cutting-edge nanomaterials engineering. This highly interdisciplinary project is supported by the Heinz A. Oertli-Fonds and will be conducted in collaboration with the Clinic for Infectious Diseases at the Cantonal Hospital of St. Gallen.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
6. Fully Funded PhD Position in transmission electron microscopy of 2D van der Waals layered ferroelectrics
Summary of PhD Program:
You will contribute to a research project in the field of free-standing ferroelectric membranes. The emphasis will be on the growth and characterization of complex polarization textures in 2D van der Waals ferroelectric superlattices. You will design and realize cutting-edge scanning transmission electron microscopy experiments (e.g. aberration-corrected STEM, STEM-DPC, 4D-STEM, ptychography, EELS and EDX). Additionally, a substantial part of this position involves the development and/or implementation of algorithms for data analysis and phase-field simulations.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
