Postdoctoral Associate-Condensed Matter Theory

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University’s Center for Materials Theory (CMT) in New Jersey is seeking outstanding postdoctoral associates to join our team of researchers in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics. Positions are open for several fellows starting dates flexible, aiming for Fall 2027.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in a related field; résumé must include a publication list. The group works on strongly correlated systems, non-equilibrium dynamics, and related topics with multiple faculty mentors.

Qualifications

• PhD in condensed matter physics, materials science, or related field by start date.

Education

Ph.D. in condensed matter physics, materials science, or a related field

Job description

Postdoctoral Associate-Condensed Matter Theory

Recruitment / Posting Title

Postdoctoral Associate-Condensed Matter Theory

Department

Physics & Astronomy

Salary Details

$63,968 minimum; maximum salary commensurate with experience

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

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 several Postdoctoral Associate positions in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics, starting dates are flexible but tentatively in the Fall of 2027. This includes one Abraham’s Postdoctoral fellowship and several grant funded positions in the areas of strongly correlated electronic systems (Haule) and non equilibrium quantum dynamics (Pixley).

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 in condensed matter theory that include but is not limited to strongly correlated electron systems, 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

26FA0846

Posting Open Date

09/20/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

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

Special Instructions to Applicants

Resume/CV must include a publication list.

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Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of Professional References (contact Info)
• Research Statement