Postdoctoral Research Associate in Experimental condensed matter physics, device materials and nano-optics

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in experimental condensed matter physics and nano-devices, within the Di Martino Group at the University of Oxford. The project will explore the interaction of light with functional materials at the nanoscale, with a particular focus on antiferromagnetic and ferroelectric oxides, nonlinear optical phenomena, and plasmon-enhanced spectroscopy.
The successful candidate will develop and apply advanced optical techniques including dark-field spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, ultrafast and nonlinear optical measurements, and second harmonic generation (SHG) to investigate magnetic, electronic, resistive and ferroic functionality in thin film materials and nanodevices. The work will combine fundamental studies of symmetry breaking, domain dynamics, and light-matter interactions with the development of concepts relevant to next-generation information technologies, including neuromorphic and low-power computing architectures. The project offers considerable freedom for the candidate to shape the scientific direction and contribute to the development of new experimental capabilities in the group.
This is a full-time, fixed-term post for 2 years, working 37.5 hours per week.
Due to the nature of this post, the successful candidate will be required to undertake occupational health clearance relating to work with Category 3B and Category 4 lasers.

With a background in experimental physics, materials science, electrical engineering, nano-optics, photonics, or a related discipline, you will be a self-motivated researcher capable of planning and delivering independent research projects within a collaborative environment.
You will hold, or be close to completing, a PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering, Photonics, or a closely related field.
You will have experience of experimental research in areas such as optical spectroscopy, microscopy, photonics, condensed matter physics, materials and electrical characterisation, or related fields.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also essential.
Experience with one or more advanced techniques, such as ultrafast spectroscopy, nonlinear optics, second harmonic generation, Raman spectroscopy, dark-field microscopy, or magneto-optical measurements, is desirable.