Remote | Physics Expert (Condensed Matter / Magnetic Materials) - $80-$160/hour
$80.00 - $160.00 per hour
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Senior
SALARY
$80.00 - $160.00 per hour
About the role
- Magnetic Structure & Symmetry Analysis
- Analyse magnetic structure factors and propagation vectors in ordered magnetic systems
- Classify antiferromagnetic, ferromagnetic, and related magnetic phases
- Identify and validate magnetic space groups using symmetry-based reasoning
- Apply BNS notation and maintain consistency between symmetry descriptions, propagation vectors, and magnetic structures
- Use references such as MAGNDATA where appropriate
- Neutron Scattering & Experimental Interpretation
- Analyse neutron-diffraction data, magnetic Bragg peaks, and scattering signatures
- Assess whether experimental observations support proposed magnetic structures
- Connect scattering features with moment configurations and ordering patterns
- Compare competing magnetic-structure models for physical and symmetry consistency
- Identify inconsistencies between theoretical predictions and experimental data
- Optical Effects & Research Evaluation
- Evaluate birefringence and magneto-optic Kerr effect signatures associated with magnetic ordering
- Relate optical responses to magnetic structure and symmetry
- Distinguish magnetic from non-magnetic contributions where relevant
- Review theoretical and experimental analyses for technical accuracy
- Provide precise, defensible written feedback on magnetic-structure interpretations
- Ideal Profile
- PhD or equivalent research experience in condensed matter physics, magnetism, or a closely related field
- Strong expertise in magnetic structure factor calculations and propagation-vector analysis
- Practical experience with magnetic symmetry, phase identification, and magnetic space groups
- Strong working knowledge of BNS notation and familiarity with MAGNDATAExperience with neutron scattering or neutron diffraction
- Strong understanding of antiferromagnetic and ferromagnetic ordering
- Ability to interpret magnetic-structure data and connect experimental signatures with microscopic models
- Familiarity with birefringence and magneto-optic Kerr effect measurements is highly valuable
- Strong analytical and scientific-writing skills
- No prior AI-training or model-evaluation experience is required
- Engagement Details
- Independent contractor engagement
- Fully remote
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