University of Notre Dame, Department of Physics and Astronomy
Position ID:
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
Position Location:
Notre Dame, Indiana 46556, United States of America
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Appl Deadline:
2025/06/01 11:59PM
(posted 2025/03/31, listed until 2025/09/30)
(posted 2025/03/31, listed until 2025/09/30)Position Description:
Position Description
The group of Kateryna Foyevtsova in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Notre Dame has an opening for a postdoctoral position in theoretical condensed matter physics. The focus of our research is on the application of computational band structure methods to studying the electronic properties of quantum materials of high current interest, including nickel and hydrogen based superconductors, molecular orbital quantum magnets, as well as functional strongly correlated materials. Additionally, the successful candidate will enjoy and benefit from many collaboration opportunities within the recently established Stavropoulos Center for Complex Quantum Matter at Notre Dame.
The required skills and experiences include:
- Experience applying Density Functional Theory (DFT) methods to strongly correlated quantum materials
- Proficiency using any of the following DFT codes: VASP, Quantum Espresso, WIEN2k, or FPLO
- Experience performing band structure Wannierization and phonon spectra calculations
Besides, the following will be considered as strong assets:
- Programming in Python, C++, Fortran
- Experience developing a DFT code
- Experience using Green’s function based methods for calculating spin exchange constants
- Working knowledge of DFT extensions such as DFT+U+V, DFT+DMFT, DFT+GW, time-dependent DFT, etc
The position is for 1 year and may be extended to up to two more years upon mutual agreement.
Applications submitted by June 1, 2025 will be given full consideration.
Required application materials:
- Cover letter
- CV, including list of publications
- Statement of research experience and interests (max 2 pages)
- Contact information of two references
The Department is committed to diversifying, and
encourages applications from women and members of traditionally
underrepresented groups.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
And anything else requested in the position description.
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