Doctoral Researcher (Computational Physics) / Väitöskirjatutkija (Laskennallinen Fysiikka)

Tampereen yliopisto; Pirkanmaa; On-site; EUR 30 000 - 40 000; Full time

Job summary

A Finnish university is seeking a motivated doctoral researcher to join their Many-Body Theory group. The role involves conducting computational studies on quantum nuclear effects in solids. Ideal candidates should have a master's degree in a relevant field and strong skills in Python and English. This three-year position offers excellent benefits, including flexible working hours and access to campus facilities.

Benefits

Occupational health care

Flexible working hours

Sports facilities

Staff discounts at restaurants

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold an internationally recognized master's degree in the related fields.
• Good written and spoken English skills are essential.
• Knowledge of the programming language Python is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct computational study of quantum nuclear effects in solids.
• Work within the Many-Body Theory group.
• Contribute to high-impact research and education in solid-state physics.

Skills

Good written and spoken English

Knowledge of Python

Education

Master's degree in physics, mathematics, or chemistry

Job description

Tampere University and Tampere University of Applied Sciences create a unique environment for multidisciplinary, inspirational and high-impact research and education. Our universities community has its competitive edges in technology, health and society.

The Many-Body Theory group works in the field of many-body physics and the computational study of solid state. Using our expertise in many-body theory, we study various phenomena in solids, including the quantum nuclear effect on the electronic structure of solids and superconductivity.

Job description

The Many-Body Theory group is looking for a doctoral researcher to work on the computational study of quantum nuclear effects in solids. The project is well-funded as part of the Theory Program of the Helsinki Institute of Physics.

We encourage all interested applicants, irrespective of their gender or background, to apply!

If you are interested in working in a young research group to establish a novel branch of solid-state research, we would be happy to receive your application and look forward to welcoming you to our open and stimulating research environment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an internationally recognized master's degree in physics, mathematics, or chemistry research, ideally in the field of computational condensed matter physics. Good written and spoken English skills are essential. Knowledge of the programming language Python is mandatory.

We offer

The Doctoral Researcher position will be offered for three years and will be preferably filled in the beginning of 2026 with some flexibility in the starting date. A trial period of six months applies to all our new employees.

We offer a wide range of staff benefits, such as occupational health care, flexible working hours, excellent sports facilities on campus and several restaurants and cafés on campus with staff discounts.

How to apply

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is November 7th, 2025 (23:59 EET / UTC+3).

Applications should include the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• List of publications
• References from two people
• Motivation letter

For more information, please contact: Many-Body Theory group leader Ville Härkönen.