Postdoctoral Associate-Condensed Matter Theory

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a passionate Postdoctoral Associate in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics. This exciting role involves collaboration with a diverse team of researchers on groundbreaking topics like high-temperature superconductivity and quantum information. Candidates will thrive in a stimulating environment that encourages innovative thinking and research excellence. If you have a Ph.D. and a strong interest in condensed matter physics, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and advance your academic career.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Ph.D. in condensed matter physics or a similar discipline.
• Resume/CV must include a publication list.

Responsibilities

• Join a team of researchers in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics.
• Engage in research on strongly correlated fermion materials and superconductivity.

Skills

Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics

Computational Methods

Quantum Information Theory

Publication Writing

Education

Ph.D. in Condensed Matter Physics

Ph.D. in Materials Science

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Postdoctoral Associate-Condensed Matter Theory
Department	SAS - Physics & Astronomy
Salary	Commensurate With Experience
Benefits
Posting Summary	The Center for Materials Theory (CMT) at Rutgers University is seeking outstanding postdoctoral associates to join our team of researchers. Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Associate position in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics, starting dates in 2024. The group consists of Professors Natan Andrei, Premi Chandra, Piers Coleman, Kristjan Haule, Gabi Kotliar, Jed Pixley, Karin Rabe, Ananda Roy, David Vanderbilt, and Emil Yuzbashyan. Their interests span a broad range of areas including strongly correlated fermion materials, high-temperature superconductivity, topological electronic states of matter, developments and applications of computational methods at the density-functional and dynamical mean-field-theory levels, metal-insulator and structural phase transitions, quantum critical points, nonlinear and anomalous responses, ultracold atoms, non-perturbative field-theory, integrable models, mesoscopic physics, non-equilibrium quantum and classical dynamics, time evolution of exactly solvable models, quantum computation and information theory, and dynamics of quantum information. The applicant's cover letter should mention the names of faculty members whose interests are most closely aligned with those of the candidate. Note that the Resume/CV must include a publication list.
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	23FA0745
Posting Open Date
Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in condensed matter physics, materials science, or a similar discipline by the start date of the position.

Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Posting Details

Resume/CV must include a publication list.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/205891
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
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