Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in Condensed Matter Theory

15 May 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University of Jyväskylä

Research Field

Physics » Condensed matter properties
Physics » Quantum mechanics
Physics » Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Finland

Application Deadline

9 Jun 2024 - 20:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

38

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

We are seeking 2 postdocs who will focus on the theory of magnetoelectric phenomena in superconductors and on dynamical response of quantum materials. The research will be guided by Stefan Ilic and Tero Heikkilä at the Condensed Matter Theory group at the University of Jyväskylä, Finland. The positions will start at earliest on the 1st September 2024 or as agreed for a fixed term of 2-3 years.

Topic 1: Exploring magnetoelectric phenomena in superconductors

This project will investigate the magnetoelectric effects that occur in systems where superconductivity, spin-orbit coupling and magnetism coexist. Breaking of time-reversal and inversion symmetries in such systems leads to formation of an unusual helical superconducting state, which enables a plethora of interesting phenomena. One example is the anomalous phase shift in Josephson junctions. Another example is the recently discovered supercurrent diode effect, which shows up via non-reciprocal current flow: supercurrent can flow in one direction, whereas only a regular dissipative current can flow in another. Investigation of these phenomena is of direct significance for developing novel superconducting electronics. In this project, you will get a chance to collaborate with world-leading experimental groups to help model and explain their measurements. The project is funded by the Academy of Finland.

Topic 2: Describing dynamical response of quantum materials

The aim of this project is to understand how the correlated states of two-dimensional electronic systems show up in the dynamical response of those systems. Main emphasis will be on the superconducting state, but you have a chance also of studying magnetic materials and especially hybrid materials of superconductors and ferromagnets. The results will be essential in characterizing the properties of new two-dimensional materials and in particular their use in high-speed electronics at low temperatures. You will have a chance of collaborating with some of the best experimentalists working on 2D superconducting electronics and on optically assisted scanning tunneling microscopy. The project is funded by Academy of Finland.

Major Duties/Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team conducting basic research that advances our understanding of quantum materials.
• Learn and apply the methods of the theory of superconductivity and disordered systems: Green’s functions, quasiclassical methods, Keldysh technique, diagrammatic methods
• Work with others to maintain a high level of scientific productivity.
• Present research and publish scientific results in peer-reviewed journals in a timely fashion.

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in physics or a related field and a thesis written on a theoretical topic.
• Good basis in condensed matter physics, quantum physics and statistical mechanics, including their formal tools
• A high proficiency in spoken and written English.
• You are expected to learn to communicate your results by writing manuscripts and giving presentations at international conferences.

The duties, qualification requirements and language skills of a Postdoctoral Researcher are stipulated by the University of Jyväskylä Regulations and language skills guidelines . The doctoral degree required for the position must have been completed before starting the position.

What we offer

The annual salary for a Postdoctoral researcher will be starting from approximately 44,000 EUR (gross income, including holiday bonus).

At the University of Jyväskylä, you are a recognized member of our community with a unique opportunity to influence international research. You get to participate in our international and multidisciplinary community where the welfare of each individual is important. At the University of Jyväskylä, we offer a great and lively campus area with opportunities to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle.

Finland has a high standard of living, with free schooling (also in English), affordable childcare, good family benefits, and healthcare. Jyväskylä is located in central Finland in the Finnish Lake District having excellent opportunities for different nature, outdoor, and sports activities. The City of Jyväskylä is a major educational center with a large student population and a vibrant cultural atmosphere. For more information regarding the University of Jyväskylä, the City of Jyväskylä, and living in Finland, see the University's Handbook for international staff and visitors .

How to apply

The application documents that should be included in PDF format:

Curriculum vitae (CV), composed according to good scientific practice and considering the template for researcher´s curriculum vitae by The Finnish Advisory Board on Research Integrity and including contact information of two academics who can provide reference letters

A 1-2-page cover letter including a statement of research interests and the topic (1 or 2 or both) for which you are applying

A numbered list of publications

Relevant certificates/diplomas (if applicable)

Research plan is not mandatory. Please submit your motivation/cover letter here again if our application form requires it.

For further details, please contact Academy Research Fellow Stefan Ilic ([email protected] ) or Professor Tero Heikkilä ([email protected] ).

A trial period of six months will be used in the beginning of the employment.

Department of Physics

The primary areas of research at the Department of Physics  are materials physics, nuclear physics and particle physics. In materials physics, the core research fields are the physics of nanomaterials and thin films, quantum matter and quantum technologies, light-matter interaction and physics and chemistry of nanoparticles. Nuclear physics concentrates on nuclear astrophysics, nuclear structure and applied accelerator-based research, and particle physics on the physics of the strong interaction and ultrarelativistic heavy-ion collisions, particle cosmology and neutrino physics. The department hosts an Academy of Finland Center of Excellence in Quark Matter. Experimental research at the Department is conducted in the Accelerator Laboratory, the multidisciplinary Nanoscience Center (NSC) and in foreign research centers such as CERN and FAIR.

The University of Jyväskylä is a human-centered environment of 2,500 experts and 14,500 students. Our goal is to create wisdom and well-being for all. JYU's naturally beautiful campus is located in the heart of the city of Jyväskylä. JYU is the third largest employer in Central Finland.

Location: Seminaarinkatu 15

The application form cannot be saved as draft. However, you have 6 hours to complete your application before the timeout. After submitting you can return to edit your application via the link you receive by email. The application can be edited until the application deadline.

Requirements

Research Field

Physics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Physics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Physics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University of Jyväskylä

Country

Finland

City

Jyväskylä

Street

Seminaarinkatu 15

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/university-of-jyvaskyla/2024/postdoctoral-rese…

Contact

City

Jyväskylä

Website

https://www.jyu.fi/en

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