University of Geneva, Theoretical Physics Department, Quantum Dynamics group
Position ID:
University of Geneva-Theoretical Physics Department, Quantum Dynamics group-PHDQUANTUMTHEORYGENEVA [#33103]
Position Title:
PhD Student - Department of Theoretical Physics, University of Geneva
Position Type:
Student programs
Position Location:
Geneva, Geneva 1205, Switzerland
Subject Area:
Appl Deadline:
2027/03/12 23:59:59 (posted 2026/10/16, listed until 2027/07/31)
Position Description:
Position Description
PhD Position in Theoretical Quantum Physics — University of Geneva Applications are invited for a four-year PhD position in theoretical quantum physics at the University of Geneva, jointly supervised by Julian Sonner and Romain Vasseur. The position is funded by the Foundation for the University of Geneva through the Geneva Quantum Center (GQC), with an expected start date of September 1, 2027. The project will explore connections between measurement-induced phenomena, quantum chaos, and holography, broadly construed. Possible directions include open and monitored quantum dynamics, the emergence of quantum chaos and pseudorandomness, and connections between these phenomena and ideas from holography and quantum gravity. The successful candidate will join the vibrant theoretical physics and quantum information community in Geneva and will interact closely with both research groups and the broader Geneva Quantum Center. Candidates should have, or be close to completing, a Master’s degree in physics or a related field, with a strong background in theoretical physics. Experience in quantum many-body physics, quantum information, statistical mechanics, quantum chaos, or holography is desirable but not required. Applications should include a CV, academic transcripts, a brief motivation/research statement, and the names and contact information of two references.Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- academic transcripts
- Two references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses
)
And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
Ecole de Physique
24 quai Ernest-Ansermet
1205 Genève
24 quai Ernest-Ansermet
1205 Genève