PhD in Mathematical Physics — Gravity, Black Holes & Foundations

Radboud University; Nijmegen; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Radboud University invites applicants for a PhD position in mathematical physics focused on gravitational and holographic systems out of equilibrium. You will join the Department of Mathematics and RCNP, collaborating across mathematics, physics, and philosophy of science.

The project is part of Origins of Irreversibility, with duties including seminars, teaching, and interdisciplinary engagement within Nijmegen and beyond.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in mathematics with a strong background in physics or a Master's in theoretical physics.
• Strong mathematical and conceptual reasoning about physics.
• Excellent written and oral English communication skills.
• Interest in the mission of the Radboud Center for Natural Philosophy to connect mathematics, physics, and the history/philosophy of science.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental research on gravitational and holographic systems out of equilibrium.
• Affiliated with RCNP and participate in seminars, reading groups, and related activities.
• Teach as a teaching assistant in mathematics and mathematical physics (approx. 0.2 FTE during the first three years).
• Collaborate with researchers on the Origins of Irreversibility project and attend national/international conferences.

Education

Master's degree in mathematics with physics background

Job description

Radboud University invites applicants for a PhD position in mathematical physics focused on gravitational and holographic systems out of equilibrium. You will join the Department of Mathematics and RCNP, collaborating across mathematics, physics, and philosophy of science.

The project is part of Origins of Irreversibility, with duties including seminars, teaching, and interdisciplinary engagement within Nijmegen and beyond.