Postdoctoral Associate-Condensed Matter Theory

About the Role

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, with tentative starting dates in the Fall of 2027. This includes one Abraham’s Postdoctoral fellowship and several grant funded positions.

Areas of Research

• Strongly correlated electronic systems (Haule)
• Non-equilibrium quantum dynamics (Pixley)

The group's interests span a broad range of areas in condensed matter theory, including but 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
• Dynamics of quantum information

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics.

Requirements & Tech Stack

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

Qualifications

• 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

• The applicant’s cover letter should mention the names of faculty members whose interests are most closely aligned with those of the candidate.
• Resume/CV must include a publication list.

Required Documents

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