Fixed term researcher in theoretical physics - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The research conducted at the Department of Physics and Astronomy encompasses a wide range of physics topics, distributed over ten divisions. The department is located in the Ångström laboratory and employs nearly 400 people, 125 of whom are doctoral students. It offers a broad physics curriculum to undergraduate and graduate students, participation in nationally and internationally leading projects for researchers, and opportunities for partnership with industry and various outreach activities. Read more at www.physics.uu.se.

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University.

Duties
The research position is part of two projects funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation and the Olle Engkvists Stiftelse. The successfull candidate will work on topics related to the above project under the supervision of Dr. Agnese Bissi, at the interface the group of theoretical physics of the Department of Physics and Astronomy and the group of algebra and geometry. The duties include collaboration with the various members of the group and the production of research results.

Requirements
Applicants are expected to conduct research in theoretical physics related to quantum field theory and string theory. The candidate will have a PhD in theoretical physics or equivalent and should have working knowledge of supersymmetric quantum field theory. Preference will be given to candidates with proven expertise on the subject of three dimensional theories with the minimal amount of supersymmetry and their applications to the study of domain walls in supersymmetric four-dimensional gauge theories. The position further requires familiarity with generalized symmetries and applications towards non-invertibile symmetries in four-dimensional non-Lagrangian quantum field theories.

Additional qualifications
6d SCFTs

The application must contain a CV, a short research plan and a list of publications showing the required qualifications.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position, 12 months. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date 1 October or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

For further information about the position, please contact:  Agnese Bissi (agnese.bissi@physics.uu.se), Michele Del Zotto (michele.delzotto@math.uu.se), Maxim Zabzine (maxim.zabzine@physics.uu.se)

Please submit your application by 12 September 2022, UFV-PA 2022/2995.

Are you considering moving to Sweden to work at Uppsala University? Find out more about what it´s like to work and live in Sweden.