Postdoctoral Researcher: Quantum Many-Body Dynamics 1470 views

Postdoctoral Researcher (W663) position is available at the laboratory of Unit Leader: Takeshi Fukuhara Quantum Many-Body Dynamics Research Unit, Cross-Divisional Materials Research Program, RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science.

Research: Non-equilibrium dynamics of quantum many-body systems using ultracold atomic gases in an optical lattice.

Overview

Starting up a new ultracold-atom experiment for studying non-equilibrium dynamics of quantum many-body systems. Developing a quantum simulator with ultracold atoms in optical lattices.

Required Qualifications: The candidate should possess a doctoral degree of 5 years or less, or the candidate will be able to obtain a doctoral degree before the work start date.

Salary and benefits

1. A one-year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on evaluation, to a maximum 5 years from the initial date of hire.
2. The salary system is annual and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
3. Commuting and housing allowances will be provided.

Application Procedure and required documents

Required documents

1. Complete CV (with photo and email address)
   Write down in the notes section of your CV the number written next to the title of the job position (e.g. W663).
2. List of publications and invited talks (five major papers should be specified.)
3. Reprints (pdf files) of the above major papers
4. Summary of major achievements to date and research proposal in future (five or les pages A4 sized paper in total)
5. List of the names and contact information for three people who can evaluate your work.

Please make inquiries to the contact address listed below, then send the PDF formatted application by email at the same contact address.

Selection process

Application screening and interview for selected applicants

Contact information/Send application: Email: takeshi.fukuhara@riken.jp.