Postdoctoral Scholars in Collective Dynamics and Quantum Transport Unit
The research unit invites applications for postdoctoral scholars in theoretical condensed matter, focusing on dynamical and transport phenomena in various quantum systems.
The research unit “Collective Dynamics and Quantum Transport” invites applications for postdoctoral scholar positions in the field of theoretical condensed matter and the interdisciplinary field with quantum optics and quantum information.
We are interested in dynamical and transport phenomena in various quantum systems in and out of equilibrium, in particular those relevant to new experimental platforms and techniques, such as quantum and topological materials, cavity and cold-atom systems, hybrid quantum systems, pump probe, nonlinear optics, and noise spectroscopy.
Research topics include but are not limited to quantum magnetism, quantum spintronics, quantum transport, quantum sensing, nonequilibrium quantum dynamics, open quantum systems, light-matter interactions, and non-Hermitian physics. Candidates interested in network dynamics and interdisciplinary field between condensed matter and neural science are also welcome to apply.
OIST has several groups in condensed matter physics and quantum information, providing a stimulating research environment. There will be opportunities to supervise Ph.D. students and/or Undergraduate/Master interns, collaborate with other OIST units and international theoretical/experimental research groups, travel for conferences and workshops, and organize local workshops and activities. More experienced researchers can be considered for the appointment as staff scientists, and are encouraged to conduct independent and collaborative work.
Interested candidates are welcome to send their CVs to Dr. Shu Zhang via email below and discuss potential research projects. Applicants who are also interested in opportunities in the Theory of Quantum Matter [Nic Shannon] are encouraged to apply for both positions.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Highly-motivated candidates with a Ph.D. in theoretical condensed matter physics or related fields.
- Working-level proficiency in verbal and written English.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with strong analytical skills (for example, kinetic and transport theories, Keldysh formalism, nonequilibrium quantum field theory, quantum optics theory, etc.) and/or numerical skills (molecular dynamics simulations, quantum many-body methods, time-dependent and stochastic methods, machine learning) are preferred.
Benefits
Benefits include:
- Relocation, housing and commuting allowances
- Annual paid leave and summer holidays
- Health insurance (Private School Mutual Aid)
- Welfare pension insurance (kousei-nenkin)
- Worker's accident compensation insurance (roudousha-saigai-hoshou-hoken)
- Access to Child Development Center
- Access to Schooling Options
- Language Education Resource Center (Daily Life Support in Okinawa)
- Remote Work system
Additional Info
Application Instructions
All materials should be prepared in English. Applicants must submit:
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A one-page Cover letter
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Curriculum vitae
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Research statement, including plans for future research
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Two representative publications or preprints
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Two or more Letters of recommendations
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Prior to the start of employment, all new hires are required to successfully complete a background check. Personal information should be submitted to third-party administrators after a conditional offer of employment.
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Please be sure to indicate where you first saw the job advertisement.
How to Apply: Apply by emailing your Submission Documents to: [email protected]
Organizational Information
The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University was established in 2011 to contribute to the development of science and technology worldwide and to serve as a hub of innovation in Okinawa. OIST is a dynamic new graduate university of science and technology in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan which offers a 5-year PhD program and brings together outstanding researchers from across the country and across disciplines to conduct cutting-edge scientific research.
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