Postdoctoral position in quantum matter theory with specialization in unconventional superconductivity

The Department of Physics and Astronomy is one of Uppsala University's largest departments, with around 400 employees, of which around 125 are doctoral students. The department conducts world-class research and education in both theoretical and experimental physics and has extensive collaboration with the outside world. The research is carried out in 14 research programs and touches on everything from the incredibly small to the extremely large in, for example, energy supply, climate development, new materials, and the universe. This whole spectrum of research is also reflected in the department's courses and educational programs. Every year, around 2 500 students study courses at bachelor’s and master’s level at the department. Read more at https://www.uu.se/en/department/physics-and-astronomy.

The position is within the Quantum Matter Theory research program, with research focusing on condensed matter where quantum mechanical effects in a very prominent way determine the properties. The research activities span many contemporary parts of physics, such as unconventional superconductivity, topological matter, non-equilibrium phenomena in nanosystems, strongly correlated systems, and quantum information. The project will be carried out in the research group of Prof. Annica Black-Schaffer, currently consisting of twelve Ph.D. students and postdocs. For more information, please visit the group webpage: materials-theory.physics.uu.se/black-schaffer.

Duties
We are looking for an ambitious and motivated postdoc in quantum matter theory for work on properties of unconventional superconductors using effective low-energy models. In particular, the work will focus on topics such as non-unitary superconducting pairing, multiband superconductors, topological superconductivity, and effects dependent on the quantum metric. The work will involve both numerical simulations and analytical work. The postdoc candidate is expected work both independently and in collaboration with other group members and external collaborators. 

Requirements
Ph.D. degree in physics or related subject. The Ph.D. degree must have been obtained at the start of the employment and no more than three years prior to the application deadline, however, periods of e.g. parental or sick leave may be deducted from this three-year period. The applicant should have a strong research background in unconventional superconductivity and topological properties of matter, including effects dependent on the quantum metric. Fluency in both written and spoken English is a requirement.

Additional qualifications
We are searching for a postdoc candidate how is responsible, self-motivated, and have demonstrated independence in research, and at the same time works well in a research group. Emphasis will be therefore be placed on personal abilities, including independence, motivation, as well good organizational and collaborative skills. Emphasis will also be placed on the ability to publish scientific work in high-quality journals and to give presentations at scientific meetings. Programming skills are advantageous. 

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position of two years, with a possibility of a one year extension, according to central collective agreement. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date: 1 August 2025 or upon agreement. Placement: Uppsala.

For further information about the position, please contact: Prof. Annica Black-Schaffer, annica.black-schaffer@physics.uu.se, phone +46 (0)76-795 06 49.

Please submit your application by March 7th 2025, UFV-PA 2025/403.

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