Research Associate (m/f/d)

Chiral and non-collinear antiferromagnets on metallic and superconducting surfaces

We offer

Integration in the interdisciplinary and multi-institutional CCE network
Excellent scientific infrastructure and mentoring
Structured doctoral training, international visibility, and participation in joint workshops and conferences
Opportunity for research stays at our partner sites

Tasks

Conduct scientific research activities according to the guidelines of the group leader
Investigate chiral and non-collinear antiferromagnets on metallic and superconducting surfaces
Analyze how different forms of chirality influence the electronic and magnetic properties of materials
Extract and characterize various torques that arise at interfaces with non-collinear magnets
Publish and present scientific results at conferences and in peer-reviewed journals
Teach courses at the Institute of Physics amounting to 3 contact hours per week (according to LVVO)
Student and seminar support
Active participation in the events of CCE and strengthening of collaborations

The opportunity to gain scientific and personal qualifications is given

Requirements

Completed university degree in physics or comparable degree
Solid knowledge of electronic structure theory and solid-state physics
Interest in developing analytical models and in programming
Experience with computational methods
High degree of self-motivation, good English skills, equivalent to B2
Ability to work in a team and strong communication skills

Additional information

Applications from disabled persons, including those of equal status (as certified by the Bundesagentur für Arbeit / Federal Employment Agency), will be given preferential consideration if they are equally suitable and qualified. Women are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications from individuals of all nationalities are explicitly welcome. Applicants with a degree that was not obtained at a German university must submit a Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications from the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB) (https://www.kmk.org/zab/central-office-for-foreign-education) as proof of equivalence upon conclusion of the employment contract. You can find ways to apply for a financial grant for this under: https://www.anerkennung-in-deutschland.de/html/de/pro/anerkennungszuschuss.php#.

This job posting is subject to potential budgetary restrictions.
Application costs will not be reimbursed by Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg.

Key Facts

Registration Number

5-12916/25-D

Start

as soon as possible

Scope

part-time (75 %)

Salary

TV-L E13

Limitation

fixed-term (up to 4 years)

Contact Person

Prof. Dr. Samir Lounis
samir.lounis@physik.uni-halle.de

Application Deadline

19/12/2025