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PhD position in “Advanced Electron Microscopy of Functional Materials”

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Trieste, Italy

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PhD position in “Advanced Electron Microscopy of Functional Materials”

Description The selected PhD candidate will focus on the advanced characterization of functional materials using high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (TEM), including in-situ and operando methodologies, with the aim of understanding material behaviour under realistic operating conditions. The position offers a highly international and interdisciplinary research environment, advanced instrumentation, structured training, and secondment opportunities at leading international partner institutions.

Application deadline: March 31st, 2026

Requirements

- Previous experience with electron microscopy or spectroscopy is beneficial but not mandatory. Good communication skills and enthusiasm for experimental work in an international environment are expected.



Experience in programming, data analysis or simulations will be positively considered.

- Degree allowing enrolment for a PhD (such as MSc, Master 2 de Recherche, Laurea or equivalent) in chemistry, materials science, physics or a closely related science. However minimum degree level may vary between universities.
- The candidate must have obtained and provide proof of a diploma at the time of application.

The European

Commission/MSCA may consider a student eligible provided that the university issues an official certificate confirming that the degree has been completed. The diploma will have to be provided at a later stage and is a mandatory requirement for enrolment in a doctoral school.

- Proficiency in English (A proof of upper-intermediate B2 level must be included in the application. Applicants originating from native-English-speaking countries can apply without the need for proof of level. An official degree conducted in English will be also accepted as a proof). If the applicant is unable to provide proof, an English test (free of charge) will be requested.

- Compliance with the Marie Sklodowska-Curie mobility rule: candidates may not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the host institute’s country for more than twelve months in the three years immediately before the application deadline (31/03/2026).
- All researchers recruited must be doctoral candidates, i.e. not already working towards or in possession of a doctoral degree at the date of the recruitment.
- Candidates must satisfy the conditions for enrolment in a doctoral programme.

More information
- Go to the job offer page

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