Duke University, Physics

Position ID:
Duke-Physics-RABMUELLER [#30098, 51170782]
Position Title: 
Visiting Graduate Student
Position Type:
Other
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27708, United States of America
Subject Area: 
Physics / Quantum Field Theory
Appl Deadline:
2025/12/01 11:59PMhelp popup** (listed until 2025/12/01)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

Position Description
The scholar is to perform research in theoretical physics as described in a funded NSF proposal for international collaboration between the QCD theory groups at Duke University and Regensburg University (Germany): the research includes studies of quantum entanglement in conformal fields theories after a quench using holographic techniques applied to field theories with a gravity dual. They will also perform comparative studies of entanglement dynamics in nonconformal theories, in particular lattice gauge theory, by means of computer simulations. This position is ideal for a candidate who is passionate about scientific quantum theory and eager to contribute to research using precision techniques, simulations, and comparative analysis.

Responsibilities 
● Perform research into the entanglement dynamics of nonabelian guage theories using numerical lattice simulations 
● Perform research into the dynamics following splitting and joining quenches in conformal field theories 
● Support the collaborative research program of the Duke-Regensburg theory group 

Required Qualifications 
● Bachelor’s degree in physics, 
● Completing of the requirements for a Master’s degree in theoretical physics, 
 ● Experience with calculations of entanglement properties of quantum fields.


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Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site help popup)
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
www.phy.duke.edu
email address
 
Physics Department
Campus Box 90305
Durham,NC 27708