PhD Position in Experimental Physics with focus on Optical Frequency Comb Spectroscopy, Sweden

  •  PhD
  •  30-Sep-2024
  •   Sweden
  • $$  Monthly salary according to a local agreement for PhD students

Umeå University is giving an opportunity for high-caliber international students to apply for the PhD Position in Experimental Physics with a focus on Optical Frequency Comb Spectroscopy.

To be eligible, applicants must have a second-cycle degree (Master’s) in physics or a related field and completed at least 120 credits in physics courses. They should have experience in experimental research, particularly in optics and electronics, and be highly motivated with the ability to work independently and within a team.Established in 1965, Umea University is a prominent public research university located in Umeå, Sweden. It is the fifth oldest university in the country and has grown significantly since its inception, now hosting over 36,000 registered students, including a substantial number of international students. Umeå University is home to over 2,000 researchers and has established numerous research centers that focus on interdisciplinary collaboration across various fields. Key research areas include health sciences, environmental studies, and technology.

Umeå universitet Information

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PhD Position in Experimental Physics with focus on Optical Frequency Comb Spectroscopy, Sweden Founded in 1965, Umeå universitet (Umeå University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Umeå (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Vasterbotten County. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Örnsköldsvik, Skellefteå. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research, Sweden), Umeå universitet (UmU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Umeå universitet (UmU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 54 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all nationalities.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in the subject of Experimental Physics.
  • Admissible Criteria:
    • Applicants must hold a second-cycle degree (Master’s) in physics or equivalent.
    • Completed courses in physics totaling at least 120 credits.
    • Experience in experimental research involving optics and electronics is required.
    • Fluency in English, both oral and written.
    • High motivation and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Offered Benefits

  • Monthly salary as per the local agreement for PhD students.
  • The PhD student will engage in cutting-edge research on high-resolution optical frequency comb spectroscopy related to astrophysics, with opportunities to present papers at international conferences.

Application Process

To apply for the scholarship, applicants must apply through online application form. Applications must include a cover letter, CV, copies of degree certificates, a list of completed courses with grades, a copy of the Master’s thesis, publications (if any), and contact information for three references. Applications should be submitted via the Varbi e-recruitment system by September 30, 2024.

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