We are looking for a motivated postdoctoral researcher with a PhD Degree in Physics (or a related field) to join the Quantum Information and Matter Group headed by Prof. Peter P. Orth at Saarland University. This is a broad search and potential research directions include quantum algorithms for the simulation of many-body systems and their implementations on current hardware, nonequilibrium dynamics and nonlinear response of correlated quantum matter and light-control of quantum materials. The research entails both analytical and numerical work. The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English or German and will be able to communicate to a wide variety of audiences. The individual must be able to work effectively with team members.
The official job ad can be found here: https://www.uni-saarland.de/fileadmin/upload/verwaltung/stellen/Wissensc...
Your academic qualifications
- Completed university studies in Physics (or a related field)
- Language skills: German (C2) OR English (C2)
The successful candidate will also be expected to:
- Have excellent research experience in quantum materials and/or quantum many-body physics and/or quantum information science
- Have strong analytical and/or numerical skills in techniques suited for the study of quantum many-body systems
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English or German
What we offer:
- A flexible work schedule allowing you to balance work and family, among other things the possibility of teleworking
- Secure and future-oriented employment with attractive conditions
- A broad range of further education and professional development programmes (for example language courses)
- An occupational health management model with numerous attractive options, such as our university sports program
Initial appointment is for 2 years with a possible extension by another year.
We look forward to receiving your meaningful online application (in a PDF file) by 31.03.2025 to peter.orth@uni-saarland.de. In your application material, please include
- a motivated cover letter (max. 1 page)
- a Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position
- contacts of two references.
Please include the reference number W2606 in the subject line of the e-mail.
