STM and charge-sensing STM of rhombohedral graphene heterostructures

This PhD position at the Centre de Nanosciences et de Nanotechnologies within Université Paris-Saclay offers an exciting opportunity to investigate 2D van der Waals heterostructures and rhombohedral graphene phase diagrams. The project utilizes scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) in standard and charge-sensing geometries to probe moiré minibands, electronic compressibility, and Chern numbers. The successful candidate will fabricate experimental samples and conduct low-temperature measurements to uncover non-abelian topological phenomena. The position is funded by the ANR and provides a stimulating environment for experimental solid-state physics research.

• Design and fabricate van der Waals heterostructure samples involving rhombohedral graphene and hBN
• Perform scanning tunneling microscopy and spectroscopy measurements at low temperatures
• Implement charge-sensing STM geometry to evaluate electronic compressibility and miniband Chern numbers
• Analyze complex experimental datasets to map phase diagrams of rhombohedral graphene
• Collaborate with research team members and contribute to scientific publications and presentations