PhD positions in condensed matter theory - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

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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. More information can be found on our website www.physics.uu.se.

Research area

The PhD students will perform theoretical investigations and computationally based modelling within condensed matter physics. Currently there is a strong focus on ultrafast out-of-equilibrium dynamics, laser-induced ultrafast spin dynamics and transport, simulations of superconductivity, generation of non-equilibrium orbital and spin currents, and theory for detection of phonons, magnons and orbital accumulation with electron beams in transmission electron microscopes.

Research tasks

The research tasks include the development of theoretical models and of computer simulation programs. The areas to which the PhD students can contribute are: quantum theory and modeling of light-induced spin and orbital currents, theory of laser-induced ultrafast spin dynamics and spin transport, theory for coupled out-of-equilibrium dynamics of electrons, magnons and phonons, theory of their detection in transmission electron microscope, and modeling of electrically induced magnetization dynamics in spintronic elements.

Various computer programs, like first-principles methods (DFT and TDDFT) and simulations of out-of-equilibrium dynamics will be used.

The candidates are offered the possibility to work in an exciting modern research area in condensed matter physics and will have opportunities to interact and collaborate with leading experimental and theoretical groups in Europe as well as industry.

Requirement qualifications

The prospective applicants are expected to have a strong interest in modern theoretical physics and to be strongly motivated. A required educational background is a master’s degree in theoretical or computational physics or in materials science, with very good knowledge of theoretical physics and of solid-state physics.

Additional qualifications

Excellent exam marks are considered an asset, as well as previous experience with condensed matter theory and/or experience with code development. Good communication skills both orally and in written English are desirable.

Application

The application should include a description of research interests and relevant experiences, CV, certificates of exams, degrees and grades, a copy of the Master thesis or outline of the Master’s thesis, published articles or relevant materials, if available. Applicants are asked to provide names of two reference persons for recommendation letters.

About the employment 

The PhD position is a temporary position limited to four years in the case of full-time studies, according to the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5 §§ 1-7, or 5 years, if additional teaching duties (maximum 20%) are included.

Further information about the postgraduate education at the Department of Physics and Astronomy is available at http://www.physics.uu.se.



Starting date: 01-10-2025 or as otherwise agreed. Placement: Uppsala.

For further information about the positions please contact: 

Prof. Jan Rusz, jan.rusz@physics.uu.se, phone +46 701 67 93 76

Prof. Peter Oppeneer, peter.oppeneer@physics.uu.se, phone +46 709 60 40 16

Please submit your application by 2nd of October 2025, UFV-PA 2025/2664.

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