Job Description - Postdoctoral Research Associate in Magnetoelectrics from First Principles (25000021)
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25000021 Department of Physics Grade 7: - £37,999 per annum Fixed Term - Full Time Contract Duration: 6 months Working Arrangements: This role is full time but we will consider requests for flexible working arrangements including potential job shares. Closing Date:
26-Jan-2025, 11:59:00 PM Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement: Not Applicable. The Role Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the design of novel magnetoelectrics from group theory and first principles, to work with Dr. Nick Bristowe in the Department of Physics at Durham University. The position is to commence in April 2021 or as soon as possible thereafter. It is a fixed-term post for 6 months. Magnetoelectric multiferroic materials exhibit an intrinsic cross-coupling between their spontaneous spin and electrical polarisation. This project aims to provide a universal framework to describe the coupling mechanisms in order to predict new magnetoelectric multiferroic compounds, adopting a novel interdisciplinary approach involving group theoretical analyses and first principles calculations. The predictions will be scrutinised by experimental collaborators. Responsibilities: To conduct individual and collaborative research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator. To be familiar with first principles calculations based on Density Functional Theory, in addition to group theoretical methods to study symmetry breaking and mode couplings. To assist with the development of research objectives and measurements. To work with the Principal Investigator and other colleagues in the research project, to identify areas for research, develop new research methods and extend the research portfolio. To understand and convey material of a specialist or highly technical nature to the team or group of people through presentations and discussions that leads to the presentation of research papers in conferences and publications. To prepare and deliver presentations on research outputs/activities to audiences which may include: research sponsors, academic and non-academic audiences. To publish high quality outputs, including papers for submission to peer reviewed journals and papers for presentation at conferences and workshops under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder. To deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines by discussing with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and offering creative or innovative solutions. To plan and manage own research activity, research resources in collaboration with others, and contribute to the planning of research projects. To deliver training in research techniques/approaches to peers, visitors, and students as appropriate. To be involved in student supervision, as appropriate, and assist with the assessment of the knowledge of students. To contribute to fostering a collegial working environment which is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect. To engage in citizenship to support the department and wider discipline. To engage in continuing professional development by participation in the undergraduate or postgraduate teaching programmes or by membership of departmental committees, etc. and by attending relevant training and development courses. To communicate and collaborate with experimental collaborators. This post is fixed term for 6 months. The Requirements Qualifications
A good first degree in Physics or Chemistry or a related subject. A PhD (or be close to submission) in Physics or Chemistry or a related subject.
Experience
Experience in conducting high quality academic research. Demonstrable ability to write material of a quality commensurate with publication in highly-ranked journals. Demonstrable ability to present research papers at international conferences and communicate complex information to specialists and within the wider academic community. Demonstrable ability to collaborate with academic partners. Experience in using group theoretical methods to describe symmetry breaking and mode couplings. Experience in Density Functional Calculations.
Skills
Demonstrable ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, including participating in research meetings. Ability to work independently on own initiative and to strict deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
How to Apply To progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria required for the role in the person specification below. We prefer to receive applications online. Short-listed candidates will be invited to the University, either virtually or in-person. The assessment for the post will normally include a presentation to staff and students in the Department followed by an interview.
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25000021 Department of Physics Grade 7: - £37,999 per annum Fixed Term - Full Time Contract Duration: 6 months Working Arrangements: This role is full time but we will consider requests for flexible working arrangements including potential job shares. Closing Date:
26-Jan-2025, 11:59:00 PM Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement: Not Applicable. The Role Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the design of novel magnetoelectrics from group theory and first principles, to work with Dr. Nick Bristowe in the Department of Physics at Durham University. The position is to commence in April 2021 or as soon as possible thereafter. It is a fixed-term post for 6 months. Magnetoelectric multiferroic materials exhibit an intrinsic cross-coupling between their spontaneous spin and electrical polarisation. This project aims to provide a universal framework to describe the coupling mechanisms in order to predict new magnetoelectric multiferroic compounds, adopting a novel interdisciplinary approach involving group theoretical analyses and first principles calculations. The predictions will be scrutinised by experimental collaborators. Responsibilities: To conduct individual and collaborative research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator. To be familiar with first principles calculations based on Density Functional Theory, in addition to group theoretical methods to study symmetry breaking and mode couplings. To assist with the development of research objectives and measurements. To work with the Principal Investigator and other colleagues in the research project, to identify areas for research, develop new research methods and extend the research portfolio. To understand and convey material of a specialist or highly technical nature to the team or group of people through presentations and discussions that leads to the presentation of research papers in conferences and publications. To prepare and deliver presentations on research outputs/activities to audiences which may include: research sponsors, academic and non-academic audiences. To publish high quality outputs, including papers for submission to peer reviewed journals and papers for presentation at conferences and workshops under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder. To deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines by discussing with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and offering creative or innovative solutions. To plan and manage own research activity, research resources in collaboration with others, and contribute to the planning of research projects. To deliver training in research techniques/approaches to peers, visitors, and students as appropriate. To be involved in student supervision, as appropriate, and assist with the assessment of the knowledge of students. To contribute to fostering a collegial working environment which is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect. To engage in citizenship to support the department and wider discipline. To engage in continuing professional development by participation in the undergraduate or postgraduate teaching programmes or by membership of departmental committees, etc. and by attending relevant training and development courses. To communicate and collaborate with experimental collaborators. This post is fixed term for 6 months. The Requirements Qualifications
A good first degree in Physics or Chemistry or a related subject. A PhD (or be close to submission) in Physics or Chemistry or a related subject.
Experience
Experience in conducting high quality academic research. Demonstrable ability to write material of a quality commensurate with publication in highly-ranked journals. Demonstrable ability to present research papers at international conferences and communicate complex information to specialists and within the wider academic community. Demonstrable ability to collaborate with academic partners. Experience in using group theoretical methods to describe symmetry breaking and mode couplings. Experience in Density Functional Calculations.
Skills
Demonstrable ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, including participating in research meetings. Ability to work independently on own initiative and to strict deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
How to Apply To progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria required for the role in the person specification below. We prefer to receive applications online. Short-listed candidates will be invited to the University, either virtually or in-person. The assessment for the post will normally include a presentation to staff and students in the Department followed by an interview.
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