Tenure-Track Assistant Professorship in Theoretical Quantum Condensed Matter Physics

Academic Positions; Schweiz; Presencial; CHF 120.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Department of Physics at the University of Basel invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor in theoretical quantum condensed matter physics.

The new professor will conduct an excellent research program and contribute to teaching at all levels, with synergies to the Swiss Nanoscience Institute and national centres of competence in research.

Formación

• PhD in physics or equivalent is required.
• Excellent track record of research achievements and publications.
• Synergies with University of Basel quantum condensed matter/quantum technologies are advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Establish an excellent research program in theoretical quantum condensed matter physics.
• Contribute to teaching activities at all levels.
• Develop collaborations within the Department of Physics and related centers.

Conocimientos

Theoretical physics

Quantum condensed matter

Publications track record

Educación

PhD in physics or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Organisation/Company University of Basel Research Field Physics » Condensed matter properties Physics » Quantum mechanics Physics » Solid state physics Physics » Other Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 16 Nov 2026 - 22:59 (UTC) Country Switzerland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Department of Physics at the University of Basel, Switzerland, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of an assistant professor in the area of Theoretical Quantum Condensed Matter Physics. The University of Basel conducts internationally recognized, leading research in quantum physics and quantum technologies, is home of the Swiss Nanoscience Institute and the two currently running National Centres for Competence in Research SPIN and PRECISION.

The new professor will be expected to conduct an excellent research program and contribute to teaching activities at all levels.

We are looking for an outstanding theorist with proven expertise in the broad field of Quantum Condensed Matter Physics. The requirements include a PhD degree in physics or equivalent and an excellent track record of research achievements and publications in the field. Synergies between the candidate's research plans and the research activities conducted at the University of Basel in the areas of quantum condensed matter physics and quantum technologies are advantageous.

The Department of Physics of the University of Basel offers an international and highly collaborative environment for top-level research in the fields of nano and quantum physics as well as cosmology and particle physics. The University of Basel offers an attractive and transparent tenure-track system with clearly defined evaluation criteria, a tenure review after five years, and a pathway towards promotion to a full professorship.

The University of Basel is an equal opportunity and family friendly employer committed to excellence through diversity.

Applications from women are particularly welcome.

For informal inquiries please contact the Chair of the Department of Physics, Prof. Ilaria Zardo, [e-mail] . If your question is about the online application process, please contact the Office of the Dean ( [e-mail] ).

The deadline for receipt of applications is November 16, 2026.