Open Postdoctoral position at the French National High Magnetic Field Facility, LNCMI, Toulouse
Project –Currently, new challenges in quantum material science require fields over 100 T. For instance, the exploration of the quantum limit of some dilute metals requires more than 100 T in order to stabilize novel phases like excitonic condensates. Quantum spin liquids, exemplified by herbertsmithite, have been realized experimentally. Fields above 100 T are needed to induce exotic magnetic phases in these systems. In order to address these issues, the LNCMI has recently started the construction of a new non-destructive pulsed magnet that will ultimately achieve 120 T.
Mission – The candidate will have two missions. First developing the instrumentation for low temperature ultrasound, electronic transport and magnetic measurements in the new 120 T pulsed magnet, in collaboration with local scientists. The pulse duration from 80 T to 120 T is significantly shorter than typical pulsed magnets, hence a new and rapid instrumentation must be set up. This mission entails development and tests of new electronics, measuring probes and acquisition systems. The second mission will be to carry out a research program on quantum materials such as dilute metals and quantum spin liquids in the 120 T magnet, in collaboration with scientists at or visiting LNCMI.
Research Environment – The Laboratoire National des Champs Magnétiques Intenses (LNCMI) brings together two centres – one in Grenoble, specialising in DC fields, and one in Toulouse specialising in pulsed fields. This project will be mainly carried out in Toulouse, with occasional research stay at LNCMI-Grenoble. The strength of LNCMI is based on the range of ambitious and pioneering magnet development programs and in-house development capabilities, which has been systematically developed and maintained over many years. The high-level in-house activities can provide highly efficient and customized cryogenics and unique instrumentations for advanced high magnetic experiments.
Skills – The candidate should be motivated for topical research and experimental development in a high-level international laboratory and is expected to have a strong scientific background. He/she should have experience in experimental studies of strongly correlated electron systems. Skills in coding with python/LabVIEW will be very appreciated. Finally, fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory.
The contract duration is one-year, renewable at least one time (at least 24 months in total). Applications should include a CV mentioning at least two references and a complete list of publications and conferences. Expected starting date : November 2025
Contact : Dr. David Le Boeuf, david.leboeuf@lncmi.cnrs.fr
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