Mengke Liu

Creating a Nanoscale Lateral Junction in a Semiconductor Monolayer with a Large Built-in Potential 2023 - Journal Article

Visualizing the interplay of Dirac mass gap and magnetism at nanoscale in intrinsic magnetic topological insulators 2022 - Journal Article

Confined Monolayer Ag As a Large Gap 2D Semiconductor and Its Momentum Resolved Excited States 2022 - Journal Article

Creating a Nanoscale Lateral Heterojunction in a Semiconductor Monolayer with a Large Built-in Potential 2022 - Journal Article

Monolayer 1T-NbSe 2 as a 2D-correlated magnetic insulator 2021 - Journal Article

PTCDA Molecular Monolayer on Pb Thin Films: An Unusual π -Electron Kondo System and Its Interplay with a Quantum-Confined Superconductor 2021 - Journal Article

Influence of Nanosize Hole Defects and their Geometric Arrangements on the Superfluid Density in Atomically Thin Single Crystals of Indium Superconductor 2021 - Journal Article

Time-resolved ARPES Determination of a Quasi-Particle Band Gap and Hot Electron Dynamics in Monolayer MoS2 2021 - Journal Article

Postdoc Job Openning

Postdoctoral Research Positions
Liu Quantum Matter Lab @ The University of Texas at Dallas

 

About the Positions

The Liu Quantum Matter Lab in the Department of Physics at the University of Texas at Dallas invites applications for two postdoctoral research positions to explore the frontiers of quantum materials using:

·       Ultra-Low Temperature, High-B Field Scanning Tunneling Microscopy (STM)·       2D Transport Measurements – including device fabrication and dilution refrigerator operation

Our group investigates strongly correlated and topological quantum phases in exotic quantum materials, aiming to uncover new physical phenomena and advance potential quantum technologies.

 

Why Join Us?

·       Access to state-of-the-art cryogenic and high-field instrumentation·       Collaborative, interdisciplinary, and supportive research environment·       Strong mentorship to foster scientific independence·       Opportunities to publish in leading journals and present at major international conferences 

What We're Looking For

Required:

·       Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field (completed or expected by start date)·       Solid background in condensed matter physics

Preferred:

·       Hands-on experience with ultra-low temperature, high-B field STM instrumentation·       Expertise in 2D device fabrication, nanofabrication, and/or dilution refrigerator operation 

Key Responsibilities

·       Lead and conduct experimental research in your focus area·       Develop, refine, and document experimental protocols·       Analyze data and maintain advanced instrumentation·       Mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers·       Contribute to manuscripts, proposals, and conference presentations

 

How to Apply

Please email the following materials to mliu@utdallas.edu:

·       Updated CV with full publication list·       Brief statement of research experience, interests, and career goals·       Arrange for letters of reference to be sent directly to mliu@utdallas.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

 

Location: Richardson, Texas — part of the Dallas–Fort Worth metro area, offering a vibrant cultural scene, excellent amenities, and a low cost of living compared to other major U.S. cities.

Flexible Start Date: January 1, 2026 – August 1, 2026

Competitive salary (paid monthly)

Open Until Filled