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About the position

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral researcher
to join our team focused on organic semiconductors for spintronics.
The successful candidate will contribute to the design, fabrication, testing,
modelling, and analysis of experiments such as spin injection and quantum
transport measurements. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work
in a collaborative and innovative research environment.

Your responsibilities

  • Perform Experiments.
  • Analyse data and work closely with collaborators to interpret data,
    validate predictions, and iteratively improve models.
  • Write reports and papers.
  • Take part in internal and external meetings.
  • Mentoring and communication .

Your profile

  • PhD in solid state physics or a related subject.
  • Knowledge magnetism and experience in experimental spintronics.
  • Understanding of organic semiconductors.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
  • Enthusiastic and self-motivated, with a passion for working in a
    multi-disciplinary environment on challenging problems.
  • Team-oriented, with the ability to collaborate effectively
    both internally and externally.

Position and salary

This position is available from 01.12.2025 and is limited to a 2-year period initially,
with an excellent chance of extend. Salary and benefits are according to the
Treaty for German public service (TVöD Bund) to a level of X, taking work
experience and special professional skills into account.

What we offer

  • Modern office located in the heart of Berlin with excellent public transport
    connections and a subsidized travel ticket
  • Supportive environment with experts for various scientific sub-fields
  • International and culturally diverse community
  • Mobile work
  • Possibility to participate in professional development and/or exchange programs

About PDI

The Paul Drude Institute is part of the Forschungsverbund Berlin e.V. and a member
of the Leibniz Association. 
We are a globally recognized research institution specializing in the
development of novel functional materials through molecular beam epitaxy.
The institute carries out basic and applied research at the nexus of materials science,
condensed matter physics, and device engineering.

Our work focuses on both the fundamental physics and practical applications of
functional hetero- and nanostructures, superlattices, and custom-designed artificial
materials.
We place a strong emphasis on exploring and leveraging their electronic and
optical properties for quantum technology applications. Additionally, we offer
unique capabilities in simulating the growth and characterization
of novel materials using first-principles and reactive potential approaches.

For more information about the project, please contact Assoc. Prof. Safa Shoaee – shoaee@pdi-berlin.de.

Inclusive & equal opportunity employer

With approximately 100 employees and more than 15 nationalities, PDI is committed to building a talented, inclusive, and culturally diverse workforce. We understand that our shared future is guided by basic principles of fairness and mutual respect.

As an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer, we offer highly flexible employment conditions, such as flexible working hours, parental leave, and home office, and we strive to create a family- and life-conscious working environment.

Among equally qualified applicants, preference will be given to candidates from marginalized groups. That means, we welcome every qualified application, regardless of sex and gender, origin, nationality, religion, belief, health and disabilities, age or sexual orientation.

PDI follow our gender equality plan, so we want to engage women* to apply at PDI to balance the gender ratio in science. Disabled applicants with equal qualification and aptitude will be given preferential consideration.

How to apply

Please upload your application by September 15, 2025. 
Your documents must include

  • a dedicated cover letter
  • CV
  • diploma(s) and transcript(s)
  • publication list (if exist)
  • letter(s) of recommendation/contact information of references (if exist)