A Post-doctoral position in condensed matter theory

The Niels Bohr International Academy at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen invites applications for a postdoc position within condensed matter theory. We seek a post-doc with expertise in the field of generalized categorical symmetries and other exotic symmetries such as subsystem and dipole symmetries. In particular, in the applications of these symmetries to quantum lattice models.

Further information about Niels Bohr International Academy can be found at nbia.nbi.ku.dk/

Inquiries about the position can be made to Assistant professor Apoorv Tiwari, [email protected]

The position is open from 15 September 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter and has a duration of 2 years.  

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Terms of employment

The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff. 

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. 

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below. 

Please include 

• Curriculum vitae
• Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent) 
• Research plan – description of current and future research plans
• Complete publication list
• Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers

The deadline for applications is 27 May 2024 at 23:59 GMT +2. 

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee. 

You can read about the recruitment process atemployment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/

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