Postdoctoral Position in theoretical condensed matter physics within 2DQUEST

agencia estatal consejo superior de investigaciones cientificas; España; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Institute for Materials Madrid (ICMM-CSIC) invites applications for a postdoctoral position in theoretical condensed matter physics within the 2DQUEST project. You will join the Madrid team led by Tobias Stauber and collaborate with groups at Chalmers, Göttingen and Regensburg.

The project explores topological superconductivity and Majorana modes in graphene, with opportunities to develop many-body models, use large-scale graphene simulations, and engage in close experimental dialogue.

Qualifications

• PhD in physics or equivalent by starting date.
• Strong background in theoretical condensed matter physics and scientific programming.
• Experience in superconductivity, interacting electron systems, topological phases, two-dimensional materials or quantum transport would be valuable.

Responsibilities

• Develop many-body models of correlated and superconducting phases.
• Contribute to the FORGE framework for large-scale simulations of graphene nanoribbons and junctions.
• Investigate quantum transport in close dialogue with experimental partners.
• Publish results and participate in scientific meetings; undertake research visits and use advanced computational resources.

Skills

Theoretical condensed matter physics

Scientific programming

Analytical skills

Collaborative research

Education

PhD in physics

Job description

Organisation/Company agencia estatal consejo superior de investigaciones cientificas Department Instituto de Ciencia de materiales de Madrid Research Field Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 15 Oct 2026 - 15:00 (Europe/Brussels) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37.5 Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe (other) Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

We invite applications for a postdoctoral position in theoretical condensed matter physics within 2DQUEST — Quantum Engineering in Superconducting Graphene for Topological Qubits, a QuantERA 2025 project. The successful candidate will join the Madrid team led by Tobias Stauber, collaborating with theoretical and experimental groups at Chalmers University of Technology and the universities of Göttingen and Regensburg.

Research project

The project explores topological superconductivity and Majorana modes in graphene through proximity effects and intrinsic, interaction-driven superconductivity in rhombohedral multilayers. The Madrid postdoc will develop many-body models of correlated and superconducting phases, contribute to the FORGE framework for large-scale simulations of graphene nanoribbons and junctions, and investigate quantum transport in close dialogue with experimental partners.

Relevant approaches include self-consistent Hartree–Fock theory, renormalization‑group analysis and Green’s‑function methods. The position offers opportunities to develop independent research within the project, publish results, participate in scientific meetings and undertake research visits, with access to advanced computational resources.

Research environment

The Quantum Advanced Research Center (QuARC-CSIC), currently organised as a virtual institute. Research will initially be based at the Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid (ICMM-CSIC), Cantoblanco, one of CSIC’s largest research centres. ICMM provides an established environment in materials science and condensed matter physics. QuARC’s growing community, with strong activity in quantum optics, offers complementary opportunities for exchange across quantum technologies, alongside our group’s focus on quantum materials and superconductivity.

Requirements

Research Field Physics Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Applicants should hold a PhD in physics or a related discipline by the starting date, with a strong background in theoretical condensed matter physics and scientific programming.

Specific Requirements

Experience in superconductivity, interacting electron systems, topological phases, two-dimensional materials or quantum transport would be valuable. We welcome complementary methodological expertise.

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Research Field Physics

Additional Information

Eligibility criteria

PhD in physics

Additional comments

ICMM is deeply commited to preserving equal opportunities and inclusiveness, a philosophy that our group fully supports.

• Motivation letter for this doctoral position (maximum one A4 page)

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid (ICMM-CSIC) Country Spain State/Province Madrid City Madrid Postal Code 28049 Street c/Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz 3 Geofield