Join the QuSpin Lab at TU Delft to develop spintronic devices based on magnons
We are looking for a highly motivated PhD candidate to join the Quantum Spintronics (QuSpin) Lab in the Department of Quantum Nanoscience, TU Delft. The project is aimed at developing spintronic devices that operate based on magnons (spin-waves) in two-dimensional magnetic materials. The project involves exploration of various mechanisms for the generation and detection of magnons in quantum materials, involving electrical, thermal, and radio-frequency generation of spin signals. Your research will focus on understanding and controlling spin-waves at the nano-scale.
Your main tasks will include:
- Assembly of van der Waals magnets using dry-transfer techniques
- Fabrication of spintronic nano-devices using state-of-the-art cleanroom facilities
- Low-temperature transport measurements
- Data analysis and modelling of the measurements
- Close collaboration with other researchers within the department, and interaction with leading experimental groups within the Dutch quantum ecosystem
- Attendance and presenting at national/international conferences
- Note that this project is in direct collaboration with Japan; thus, the PhD candidate is expected to travel to Japan for consortium meetings and collaborations, for stays up to 42 weeks at the Japanese site. Travel costs will be covered.
Research environment
You will join a young, ambitious, and interdisciplinary research group of QuSpin lab, led by Dr. Talieh Ghiasi, and embedded in the internationally renowned Kavli Institute of Nanoscience Delft. The QuSpin lab works at the interface of quantum materials, spintronics, and magnetism, and offers a stimulating environment with strong experimental infrastructure, close collaborations, and excellent training opportunities. You will join a diverse and driven team of academic staff, PhD students, and postdocs in Delft. Fostering an inspiring, friendly and supportive environment, we meet regularly to share ideas and knowledge or socialize. In addition, you will receive all the training you need to evolve as a scientist in this fast-developing field.
We are looking for a candidate who:
- Holds (or is close to obtaining) a Master’s degree in physics, applied physics, or nanoscience
- Has a strong interest in experimental condensed-matter physics, spintronics and quantum nanoscience
- Is motivated to work hands-on in the cleanroom and cryogenic laboratories
- Is skilled at data analysis, problem-solving, and working in an international research team
- (recommended) Has prior experience with 2D material assembly and nanofabrication
- Has an advanced level in python programing (e.g. QCoDeS) needed for data acquisation and data analysis
TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context.
At TU Delft we embrace diversity as one of our core values and we actively engage to be a university where you feel at home and can flourish. We value different perspectives and qualities. We believe this makes our work more innovative, the TU Delft community more vibrant and the world more just. Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. That is why we invite you to apply. Your application will receive fair consideration.
Challenge. Change. Impact!
With more than 1,100 employees, including 150 pioneering principal investigators, as well as a population of about 3,600 passionate students, the Faculty of Applied Sciences is an inspiring scientific ecosystem. Focusing on key enabling technologies, such as quantum- and nanotechnology, photonics, biotechnology, synthetic biology and materials for energy storage and conversion, our faculty aims to provide solutions to important problems of the 21st century. To that end, we educate innovative students in broad Bachelor's and specialist Master's programmes with a strong research component. Our scientists conduct ground-breaking fundamental and applied research in the fields of Life and Health Science & Technology, Nanoscience, Chemical Engineering, Radiation Science & Technology, and Engineering Physics. We are also training the next generation of high school teachers.
about this vacancy or the selection procedure, please contact Prof. Talieh Ghiasi, via [email protected].
Application procedure
Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 1 July 2026 upload the following documents:
- CV (including GPA)
- Motivational letter. The motivation letter should include (1) a brief personal introduction, (2) an explanation of how your previous studies and experience have prepared you for this PhD position, and (3) why you are interested in this position. The maximum length is one page.
You can address your application to Prof. Talieh Ghiasi.
Doing a PhD at TU Delft requires English proficiency at a certain level to ensure that the candidate is able to communicate and interact well, participate in English-taught Doctoral Education courses, and write scientific articles and a final thesis. For more details please check the Graduate Schools Admission Requirements.
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