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PhD position in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics

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About the position

The Department of Physics at NTNU has a vacancy for a PhD position within the field of theoretical condensed matter physics. The anticipated starting date is 1 September 2019, and the appointment has a duration of 4 years including 25% teaching duties.

The position is organized in the Department of Physics and Center of Excellence QuSpin. Our research spans a broad spectrum of natural sciences and technology, which in turn allows us to offer an education that provides a solid basis for future careers. Physics research is carried out in experimental as well as theoretical fields, often across conventional boundaries between disciplines. Our central research areas are biophysics, nanoscience, surface physics, modern optics, astrophysics, solar energy, materials science, and medical technology. Research staff at the institute makes a special effort to increase the awareness and understanding of the importance and impact of physics in our society. Further information about the department is available at: www.ntnu.edu/physics

The position reports to Associate Professor Jeroen Danon

Main duties and responsibilities

The research will be carried out in the section QuSpin, and will be focused on the quantum dynamics of nanoscale soild-state systems, largely motivated by rapid recent experimental progress in the field of quantum information and computation. More specifically, the research is anticipated to concern low-dimensional hybrid systems comprising superconductors and semiconductors (that can effectively behave as topological superconductors, and could find use in the context of topological quantum computation) as well as more "conventional" quantum devices such as spin and charge qubits. The main aim of the research is to investigate new qubit designs, that could provide improved ways to operate and couple such qubits, as well as reduce the effects of decoherence and relaxation due to the coupling with the environment. Numerical simulations as well as analytic investigations with simple toy models are expected to be part of the research.

Qualification requirements

The PhD-position's main objective is to qualify for work in research positions. The qualification requirement is completion of a master's degree or second degree (equivalent to 120 credits) with a strong academic background in physics or equivalent education with a grade of B or better in terms of NTNU's grading scale. Applicants with no letter grades from previous studies must have an equally good academic foundation. Applicants who are unable to meet these criteria may be considered only if they can document that they are particularly suitable candidates for education leading to a PhD degree.

The appointment is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants and national guidelines for appointment as PhD, postdoctor and research assistant

NTNU is committed to following evaluation criteria for research quality according to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment - DORA.

Other qualifications

• A thorough knowledge of basic quantum mechanics and solid-state physics is required
• Since part of the research might involve performing numerical simulations, experience with Matlab or Python is preferred
• Good written and oral English language skills. Applicants from non-English-speaking countries outside Europe must document their English skills by an approved test.

Personal characteristics

The successful applicant:

• is highly competent, motivated and ambitious

• can carry out goal-oriented work,

• possesses good skills to deliver oral and written presentations of research results

• has good cooperation abilities

In the evaluation of the candidates, emphasis will be placed on education, experience and personal suitability, in terms of the qualification requirements specified above

We offer

• exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment
• an open and inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues
• favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• employee benefits

Salary and conditions

PhD candidates are remunerated in code 1017, and are normally remunerated at gross from NOK 449 400 before tax per year. From the salary, 2 % is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.

The period of employment is 4 years (including 25% teaching duties). Appointment to a PhD position requires admission to the PhD programme in Physics.

As a PhD candidate, you undertake to participate in an organized PhD programme during the employment period. A condition of appointment is that you are in fact qualified for admission to the PhD programme within three months.

The appointment is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants and national guidelines for appointment as PhD, post doctor and research assistant. The appointment takes place on the terms that apply to State employees at any time, and after the appointment you must assume that there may be changes in the area of work.

General information

A good work environment is characterized by diversity. We encourage qualified candidates to apply, regardless of their gender, functional capacity or cultural background. Under the Freedom of Information Act (offentleglova), information about the applicant may be made public even if the applicant has requested not to have their name entered on the list of applicants.

Questions about the position can be directed to Jeroen Danon, Department of Physics, NTNU, e-mail: jeroen.danon (at) ntnu.no

About the application:
Publications and other academic works that the applicant would like to be considered in the evaluation must accompany the application. Joint works will be considered. If it is difficult to identify the individual applicant's contribution to joint works, the applicant must include a brief abstractJV_description of his or her contribution.

Please submit your application electronically via jobbnorge.no with your CV, diplomas and certificates. Applicants invited for interview must include certified copies of transcripts and reference letters. Please refer to the application number 2019/15143 when applying.

Application deadline: 08.07.2019

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