Position Description

The group of Prof. Yi-Ting Hsu in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Notre Dame welcomes applications for a postdoctoral position in theoretical condensed matter physics, expected to begin in Fall 2026.

We are interested in various aspects of emergent phenomena in quantum manybody systems, including topological phases, quantum geometry effects on observables, unconventional superconductivity, Moire physics, and machine-learning applications to condensed matter problems.

Current topics of interest include:

1. Quantum geometry effects in symmetry-broken, topological, and correlated phases, and their experimental signatures.
2. Supervised and unsupervised AI/ML approaches for inferring the nature of quantum phases from experimental data, and for discovering guiding principles for material designs of different classes of topological phases.
3. Predictions of correlated phases and experimental observables in existing few-layer Van der Waals structures, as well as designing new materials systems.

In addition to these directions, the Hsu group collaborates closely with the experimental and theoretical groups in the newly established Stavropoulos Center for Complex Quantum Matter. The group also maintains strong ties with nearby research institutions in Chicago and the greater Michigan–Illinois–Indiana region.

The position is for two years, with the possibility of a third-year extension upon mutual agreement.

Applications received by January 15, 2026, will receive full consideration.

For more information, please visit the group website or contact Prof. Yi-Ting Hsu (yhsu2@nd.edu).

Required application materials:

• Cover letter

• CV, including list of publications

• Statement of research experience and interests (max 2 pages)

• Three letters of reference