Associate or Full Professor of High Magnetic Field and Intense Infrared/THz Science

Job description

Are you interested in groundbreaking research employing intense infrared/THz radiation in high magnetic fields and starting a new research group? If so, join HFML-FELIX as an Associate or Full Professor at the Faculty of Science at Radboud University.
HFML-FELIX builds on a strong background in advanced spectroscopy in high magnetic fields and with intense infrared/THz radiation and has now started to expand these activities towards the world-unique combination of both techniques.
As an Associate or Full Professor, you will set up a new research line at this novel interface of highest DC magnetic fields and intense infrared/THz radiation and exploit the exceptional opportunities for control and manipulation of matter. Possible areas of interest cover a broad spectrum including pulsed magnetic resonance techniques at the highest DC magnetic fields, control of quantum materials, ultra-fast dynamics of spins, charge and lattice, as well as out-of-equilibrium phenomena and THz spectroscopy. Within your field of expertise, you will also actively contribute to our institute's user programme and collaborate with researchers within HFML-FELIX and the national HFML-FELIX partnership, as well as with national and international user groups.
Researchers at HFML-FELIX use an array of experimental techniques in high magnetic fields, such as magneto-transport, magneto-optics, magnetisation and torque magnetometry, dilatometry, and infrared and ultrafast laser spectroscopy, to perform groundbreaking research on condensed matter systems and beyond. We will encourage you to develop new experimental techniques within your research line to further explore the unique possibilities of our facility, which will also strengthen our user programme.
Strong collaborations exist with experimental and theoretical groups within the Institute for Molecules and Materials, which covers a broad spectrum of research topics in biochemistry, organic chemistry, condensed matter and molecular physics. In your role, you will actively work on the acquisition of external funding and build a research group comprising postdoctoral research associates, PhD candidates and undergraduate project students and, possibly, technicians.
As an Associate or Full Professor, you will lead an independent research group with an internationally competitive research programme that aligns with and enhances the capabilities of HFML-FELIX, acquire research funding, possibly in collaboration with external academic and/or industrial partners, and supervise and guide PhD candidates and other scientific staff. Your teaching activities will be part of the Educational Institutes for Physics and Astronomy.

Requirements

We seek an enthusiastic scientist with a convincing track record and the potential to conduct research employing intense infrared/THz radiation in high magnetic fields and initiate a novel, internationally recognised research area within HFML-FELIX.

• You are an internationally acknowledged researcher with a PhD degree in biochemistry or physics, who aims to use the extreme conditions created by the high magnetic fields and intense laser radiation to study, control and manipulate molecules and/or materials.
• You know how to combine research with inspirational teaching and organisational tasks, showing clear leadership.
• You are a researcher who participates in projects of a multidisciplinary nature and who is willing to take part in the shared responsibilities for the user programme of HFML-FELIX including the development of new experimental techniques.
• You are a supervisor with experience in the guidance of undergraduate and graduate students and have the potential to mentor postdoctoral researchers and other scientific staff.
• You have shown competence in acquiring external funding for your research.
• You are willing to collaborate and represent our institute in local, national and international research networks and organisations.
• You are a person who has a collegial spirit and a willingness to support others in attaining success on an individual and institutional level.

You will be appointed as a group leader at HFML-FELIX and as an Associate or Full Professor at the faculty of Science at Radboud University.

Employer

Faculty of Science
The Faculty of Science (FNWI), part of Radboud University, engages in groundbreaking research and excellent education. In doing so, we push the boundaries of scientific knowledge and pass that knowledge on to the next generation.
We seek solutions to major societal challenges, such as cybercrime and climate change and work on major scientific challenges, such as those in the quantum world. At the same time, we prepare our students for careers both within and outside the scientific field.
Currently, more than 1,300 colleagues contribute to research and education, some as researchers and lecturers, others as technical and administrative support officers. The faculty has a strong international character with staff from more than 70 countries. Together, we work in an informal, accessible and welcoming environment, with attention and space for personal and professional development for all.
Radboud University
At Radboud University, we aim to make an impact through our work. We achieve this by conducting groundbreaking research, providing high-quality education, offering excellent support, and fostering collaborations within and outside the university. In doing so, we contribute indispensably to a healthy, free world with equal opportunities for all. To accomplish this, we need even more colleagues who, based on their expertise, are willing to search for answers. We advocate for an inclusive community and welcome employees with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.
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Additional information

You can apply only via the button below. In the application form, you will find which documents you need to include with your application. We invite you to describe in your cover letter how your research complements the existing scientific landscape in Nijmegen. We look forward to receiving your application.
The first interviews will take place in November. Any second interview will be scheduled in consultation.
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