Indiana University, Physics Department
Position ID:
Indiana University-Physics Department-POSTDOC [#31506]
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Quantum Many-body Physics and Quantum Sensing
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Bloomington, Indiana 47405, United States of America
Subject Area:
Appl Deadline:
2026/02/01 23:59:59 (posted 2026/01/12, listed until 2026/03/31)
Position Description:
Position Description
Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Quantum Many-body Physics and Quantum Sensing at Indiana University Bloomington Fields: Quantum many-body theory, AMO–condensed matter interfaces, advanced numerical simulations, quantum sensing, hybrid quantum systems Dr. Ceren B. Dag invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow to support theoretically developing a new quantum sensing platform for probing correlated phases of matter at the atomic scale. The postdoctoral researcher will lead the theory component of a research program, developing microscopic models of impurity-host coupling and identifying optical signatures of correlated and topological phases. This position offers an opportunity for multi-institutional collaboration with experimentalists in condensed matter (material growth) and AMO (optical spectroscopy). The appointment could begin as early as February 1, 2026, and is initially for one year, with the possibility of renewal for an additional 1 or 2 years based on performance. Applications, including a CV, a statement of research interests, and three letters of reference, should be submitted through the application portal located at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/31658 Review of applications will begin on January 15th and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position should be emailed to cbdag@iu.edu See below for information regarding the position requirements: Required Qualifications: • Ph.D. in Physics (Condensed Matter, AMO, Quantum Information, or a related field). • Expertise in quantum many-body theory with a focus on quantum impurity models (particularly Kondo model). • Strong computational skills (with Python or Julia or C++ or Matlab or equivalent) and using numerical techniques such as exact diagonalization, tensor-network techniques (DMRG, TEBD, PEPS), or others to study impurity models. • A demonstrated publication record in theoretical quantum physics. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience or familiarity with quantum optics, open quantum systems, (rare-earth) emitter physics. • Experience or familiarity with strongly correlated electron physics, magnetism, or topological phases. • Experience or familiarity with quantum sensing. • Experience in collaborating with experimentalists. Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.We are not accepting applications for this job through AcademicJobsOnline.Org right now. Please apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/31658
.- Contact: Ceren Dag
- Email:
- Postal Mail:
- IU Physics, 727 E. Third St., Swain Hall West Rm. 152, Bloomington, IN 47405
- Web Page: https://physics.indiana.edu