Postdoc in quantum condensed matter theory

The successful candidate will join the research group of Prof. Jens H Bardarson and is expected to conduct research on topics relevant to the group’s research interests, with focus on either many-body quantum dynamics, localization and thermalization, or topological quantum matter. There will be a possibility to gain supervision experience by taking part in supervising master thesis projects, but this is not mandatory. The relevant projects are likely to includes numerical simulations and development of algorithms, but with a focus in understanding the underlying physics.

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• An active collaborative environment around the Albanova university center that includes condensed matter physics at Stockholm University and Nordita.
• Work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

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Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
• Ability to both collaborate in small teams and conduct independent research.

Preferred qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
• Experience with numerical techniques is advantageous.
• Research experience in quantum condensed matter.
• Pedagogical ability
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competency.

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The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max three pages long.
• A list of contact information for at least two references.

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

The position offered is for, at the most, two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

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