Join us at EPFL!

We are excited to grow further, so consider joining our team as:

  • Master’s thesis student in Physics/Chemistry/Materials Science or a related discipline (from EPFL or worldwide; minimum duration expected to be spent in the group is 6 months)

  • PhD student in Chemistry/Physics/Materials Science or a related discipline (typically 4 years duration at EPFL)

  • PhD research visitor in Chemistry/Physics/Materials Science or a related discipline (to spend some research time with us as part of a PhD program elsewhere)

  • Postdoc in Spectroscopy/Synthesis/Materials Science/Device Fabrication

Update as of September 2025:

While all funded positions are currently occupied, due to Sascha’s recent ERC Starting Grant award, there will be new openings on the PhD & postdoc level, especially with a focus on ultrafast spectroscopy and microscopy, soon!

Expected advert release by January 2026 for a starting date around June 2027.

For PhDs & Postdocs: Commitment to apply for scholarships/fellowships/funding are expected. Please only get in touch, if you have a concrete Swiss or foreign funding opportunities identified.

Master’s thesis: In certain cases, external applicants can be funded through an ISIC Master Grant (1600 CHF monthly for 6 months, more information here). Please get in touch, if you are interested in pursuing your Master’s research with us.