- PhD Student on ID20 RIXS interferometry at K edges of transition metal ligands

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Job title: PhD Student on ID20 RIXS interferometry at K edges of transition metal ligands
Ref.: CFR491
Contract type: Time-limited contract
Working time: Full-time job
Publication start on Intranet: 10/11/2025
Contract duration: 2-year contract, renewable 1 year

Context & Job description

ID20 is dedicated to the study of electronic and magnetic excitations in matter using resonant and non-resonant inelastic X-ray scattering as well as emission spectroscopy. The main scientific activities comprise the investigation of strongly correlated electron systems, functional materials, and the study of matter at extreme conditions.

You will join a collaboration between the ESRF, the University of Cologne, and Politecnico Milano to develop and use RIXS interferometry at ligand K-edges, e.g. the p-block elements As, Se, and Br, in order to investigate new 3d- and 4d Mott and Cluster Mott insulators. The project will represent a significant step towards the use of RIXS interferometry for the study of correlated many-body systems.

Further information may be obtained from Dr. Christoph Sahle (tel.: +33 (0)4 76 88 27 11; email: sahle@esrf.fr), Prof. Markus Grüninger (grueninger@ph2.uni-koeln.de) and Prof. Marco Moretti (marco.moretti@polimi.it)

Expected profile

Degree allowing enrollment for a PhD (such as MSc, Master 2 de Recherche, Laurea or equivalent) in physics
A background in solid state physics is highly recommended
Aptitudes in programming (Python) are a plus
Proficiency in English (working language at the ESRF)

Working conditions

Your shall be enrolled in University of Cologne as a condition of your hiring.

Contract of two years renewable for one year.

Do you recognize yourself in this description? Apply now for your next professional adventure!

What we offer:

Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries
Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges
Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe's Green Capital 2022
Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life
Benefit from our competitive compensation and allowances package, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble

For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer to https://www.esrf.fr/home/Jobs/what-we-offer.html

The ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.

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