Researcher In Brain Inspired Computing For Nanomagnetism

Job description

We are looking for one highly qualified and highly motivated Researcher in computational materials physics, to work with Dr. Alexander Edström (Department of Applied Physics) and Dr. Pawel Herman (Department of Computer Science) at KTH, Stockholm. The position is part of a collaboration combining the expertise of the two groups (Edström and Herman) with financing from WISE and WASP. You will use advanced computational methods, based on brain inspired, self-learning, artificial neural networks, to study atomistic spin models. This will provide an important comparative benchmark of the said methods on physically relevant problems, while also providing insights into exotic magnetic phases, e.g. topological magnetism, for future materials design.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future.
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Work in Stockholm , in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree.

Preferred qualifications

• Research expertise
• Teaching ability
• The ability to work towards research results being utilised in practice
• The ability to inform about research and development work
• Experience of developing and leading activities and staff
• Knowledge of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality 
• Collaborative abilities
• Independence
• Research expertise in solid state physics, particularly in magnetism and magnetic materials
• Experience in computational physics
• Experience of computational methods based on machine learning, AI and/or artificial neural networks

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

Trade union representatives

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To apply for the position

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply for this position. You are the main responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the ad. Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application.

The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages long.

Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time). 

About the employment

The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 12 months, with access according to agreement.

Other information

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Disclaimer: In case of discrepancy between the Swedish original and the English translation of the job announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence

About KTH

KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm has grown to become one of Europe’s leading technical and engineering universities, as well as a key centre of intellectual talent and innovation. We are Sweden’s largest technical research and learning institution and home to students, researchers and faculty from around the world. Our research and education covers a wide area including natural sciences and all branches of engineering, as well as architecture, industrial management, urban planning, history and philosophy. Read more here

Type of employment: Special fixed-term employment
Contract type: Full time
First day of employment: As soon as possible, per agreement.
Salary: Monthly salary
Number of positions: 1
Full-time equivalent: 100 %
City: Stockholm
County: Stockholms län
Country: Sweden
Reference number: S-2024-0370
Contact:

1. Alexander Edström, aleeds@kth.se
2. Pawel Herman, paherman@kth.se

Published: 2024-03-15
Last application date: 2024-03-24