The purpose of this collaboration project “Extreme Universe” (see this page for more details) is to develop interdisciplinary researches which bridge between quantum information theory and various topics of physics, such as quantum gravity, cosmology and condensed matter physics. The goal of this project is to understand three fundamental problems of Extreme Universe, namely, (i) Quantum aspects of black holes (B-group), (ii) Quantum cosmology (C-group) , and (iii) Quantum Many-body dynamics (D-group), in the light of quantum information theory (A-group) as alphabets which describe laws of physics. Fellows will have various opportunities to participate interdisciplinary meetings and to visit other groups for extended periods. Candidates are expected to have excellent research experiences in at least one theoretical subject among string theory, general relativity/cosmology, condensed matter theory and quantum information theory, and are expected to be interested in expanding their researches by taking into account ideas from other fields. (Though this collaboration includes experimental research groups: [B02-b] Condensed Matter Experiment (Cold Atom) Group in Kyoto U. [Leader: Shuta Nakajima] and [C02] Condensed Matter Experiment/Theory in Tohoku U. (Quantum Hall Effect) Group [Leader: Go Yusa], they will accept separate Job applications.)

Applications should consist of a cover letter, CV, publication list, research statement and optionally reference letters (depending on which groups you apply).  The cover letter should explain (1) the research groups (e.g. 1st:[A01],2nd:[B01]) which you want to join with the order of priority, (2) the time you want to join as a fellow (e.g. Apr. 2022), (3) names and contact information of references. Note that applications to the groups B01, C01 and D01, require three recommendation letters, while only contact information of two references are necessary (instead of recommendation letters) for those who apply for other groups only. The deadline of application is Nov.30, 2021. (We may accept later applications until all positions are filled.) All documents should be written in English or Japanese.