NOMAGIC is an ambitious project funded by Carlsberg foundation intending to make future magnetic materials with low or no use of rare earth elements. The project is interdisciplinary and has collaborators from AU Chemistry and DTU Physics and DTU Energy.
At the Faculty of Engineering and Science, Department of Materials and Production a position as PhD in Physics focusing on Materials Physics and Chemistry. The stipend is open for appointments from 01.09.2026 or soon hereafter. The duration of the position is three years.
Your work tasks
The task in the project spans from synthesis of magnetic materials using solvent passed chemistry and high temperature furnaces. The prepared samples are characterized using X-ray and neutron powder diffraction techniques as well as characterization of physical properties using vibrating sample magnetometry (VSM). The preparation of the samples will be investigated using in situ X-ray diffraction techniques, experience with this in situ diffraction and Rietveld refinements using TOPAS or other similar software will be an advantage.
Your competencies
- The following experiences and competencies are expected:
- Some experience with chemical synthesis.
- Experience with Rietveld refinement of X-ray diffraction data.
- A background including experiments conducted at large scale facilities.
- Knowledge of magnetic properties.
- Experience with measuring vibrating sample magnetometry data.
- Experience with SEM and TEM is an advantage, but not necessary.
Qualification requirements
PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Master's degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of Engineering and Science in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1124 of September 19, 2025 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order, the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time. As part of the PhD study, you are among other things required to complete PhD courses corresponding to 30 ECTS, gain experience with teaching or other forms of knowledge dissemination and complete an external research stay outside of Aalborg University, preferably 3-6 months at a foreign research institution.
Who we are
The Department of Materials and Production (MP) is a wide-ranging research and educational environment at Aalborg University. The Department's mission is to meet the future's demands for new materials and production systems by directing the whole value chain from basic material understanding to materials' applications in mechanical construction, industrial production, and management. The department has several strong, international, and innovative research groups that comprise everything from basic science to strategic and applied research. The activities encompass research and education within materials, mechanics, physics, production, and industrial management and innovation.
Several innovative and unconventional collaborations have been and are being developed through interdisciplinary cooperation, benefiting the industry and additional collaborators. As an employee at the department, you will become part of an international research environment focusing on innovation, knowledge sharing/building, and interdisciplinary collaborations.
The Department’s activities are supported by world-class laboratories and an important part of the research being done at the department. Specifically in relation to this position we have facilities for synthesis and characterization of materials covering the range from the atomic scale in the cleanroom and materials labs to fabrication of components and devices.
You can read more about AAU Materials and Production at: Department of Materials and Production - Aalborg University.
How to apply
Your application must include the following:
- Application, stating reasons for applying and qualifications in relation to the position,
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Diplomas (bachelor’s and master's degree diploma, including grades)
- Applicants WHO are planning to complete a doctoral thesis in English and who do not have English as a first language or WHO have not completed an English language-based Master's programme (or an equivalent educational achievement in English) shall provide documentation that they have passed one of the following official tests with the respective minimum score: IELTS (band score): 7, TOEFL (paper-based): 600, TOEFL (internet-based): 100. The language test must be no more than five years old at the time of the application.
- Other relevant documents
The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website.
Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position.
Do you have any questions?
If you have any questions about the position, you are more than welcome to contact us. You will find contact persons at the bottom of the jobpost.
Further information
Read more about our recruitment process here.
The assessment of candidates for the position will be carried out by qualified experts.
Shortlisting will be applied. This means that after the application deadline, the head of the department, with the assistance of the hiring committee, will select the applicants to be assessed. All applicants will be informed whether they have been shortlisted for assessment or not.
The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace.
Read more about The Doctoral School of Engineering and Science
Salary and terms of employment
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (in Danish).
Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) (in Danish)
There is a mutual probationary period of 3 months for the position.
Aalborg University - Knowledge for the world
Aalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real-world-oriented education and create world-class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Aalborg Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
dagarbejde
-Arbejdsgiver:
Aalborg Universitet, Fibigerstræde, 9220 Aalborg Øst
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 17-05-2026;
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