Postdoctoral Position in Physics (University of Gothenburg)

Reference number PAR 2025/32 The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract researchers and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future. The Department of Physics at the University of Gothenburg is located on the main campus of Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg and employs approximately 120 people. Our research spans Atomic and Molecular Physics, Condensed Matter Physics and Spintronics, and Complex Systems and Biophysics, and is performed in an international environment with extensive national and international collaborations. The department offers a wide range of educational programs, including Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in physics, teacher-training programs in physics education, and outreach courses designed for the general public. The department is part of the Gothenburg Physics Centre, which is a close collaboration with four other departments within the Faculty of Science at Gothenburg University and Chalmers University of Technology, which creates an innovative environment for all researchers and students alike. For further information about the Department of Physics, please visit our website at https://www.gu.se/en/physics. More information about Gothenburg Physics Centre can be found at www.chalmers.se/en/centres/gpc/Pages/default.aspx. General information about being a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg can be found on the university's doctoral student pages. https://www.gu.se/en/doctoral-studies Duties We are inviting applications for two PhD positions in condensed matter theory and statistical physics to join the research group of Johannes Hofmann at the University of Gothenburg. PhD Project 1 aims to develop advanced statistical methods based on kinetic theory, utilizing both numerical and analytical approaches, to study charge and heat transport in electron and electron-phonon gases. The project will focus on hydrodynamic transport–a recently observed mode of transport driven by dominant interactions–in both solid-state systems and atomic quantum gases. PhD Project 2 aims to explore the theoretical foundations of band structure engineering through moiré superpotentials in solid-state systems, and to describe the interplay with the phase diagram and the quantum geometry. This project is part of a jointly funded collaboration with experimentalists and will proceed in close connection with local experimental groups studying graphene and high-temperature superconductivity. Doctoral studies comprises four years of full-time study, and leads to a doctoral degree.  As part of your employment as a doctoral student, you may have departmental duties corresponding to up to 20 % of full-time employment, distributed throughout your study period, and result in a corresponding extension of the studies. Departmental duties usually consist of teaching at first- and second-cycle levels, but may also include research and administration. Eligibility Doctoral education requires general eligibility and, where appropriate, specific eligibility as set out in the general syllabus for the subject. The general eligibility requirements for doctoral studies are: having completed a degree at second-cycle level, or the fulfilment of course requirements totalling at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits must be at second-cycle level, or the acquisition of equivalent knowledge in some other way, either in Sweden or abroad. To meet the specific entry requirements for third-cycle studies, applicants must: have a second-cycle (master level) degree in a relevant* subject area in the natural sciences, or have completed studies for at least 60 higher education credits at a second-cycle level in relevant subject areas in the natural sciences, or have completed a corresponding program of relevance to the planned third-cycle program, in Sweden or in another country, or have equivalent qualifications. Relevant for the planned third-cycle education The specific entry requirements also include an acceptable command of spoken and written English. Guidelines for assessing English proficiency may include a minimum score of 550 on the TOEFL test (or 213 on the TOEFL-CBT, or 79 on the TOEFL-iBT). Assessment criteria* The selection of applicants who meet the basic and specific eligibility requirements will be based on the ability to assimilate the doctoral studies. We are looking for highly motivated individuals with experience and interest in analytical and numerical calculations in condensed-matter physics, statistical physics, or atomic physics. A genuine enthusiasm to work with experimental data is required. Previous research experience in many-body physics or quantum theory would be meritorious. Admission and employment Once you have been admitted to doctoral studies, you will be employed as a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg. The provisions for employment as a doctoral student can be found in ordinance SFS 1993:100. Initial employment as a doctoral student may apply for a maximum of one year, and may be renewed by a maximum of two years at a time. A doctoral student may be employed as a doctoral student for a maximum of eight years, but the total period of employment may not be longer than the equivalent of full-time education at doctoral level for four years. Type of employment: Fixed-term employment, equivalent 4 years full time Extent: 100 % Location: Department of Physics, Gothenburg First day of employment: 1 August 2025 or by agreement The University applies a local agreement on salaries for doctoral students. Please note, doctoral studies at The department of Physics require physical presence to conduct the studies. If the admitted applicant needs a residence permit for higher education to pursue studies in Sweden, The department of Physics has the right to revoke the admission decision if the applicant cannot present a valid residence permit no later than at the start of the studies. Contact information Dr Johannes Benedict Hofmann, Senior Lecturer Department of Physics, University of Gothenburg johannes.hofmann@physics.gu.se web page Unions Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande Application Apply online to be admitted to doctoral education via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal. The application shall include: - An application letter explaining your motivation for applying to the position and summarizing your previous research experience in theoretical physics (max two A4 pages) - A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) - A copy or draft of your bachelor’s and master’s thesis - Copies or transcripts of your exam certificates - Contact information for at least two referees (name, contact details, relation) It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per this notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline. Applications must be received by:  16/03/2025  Information for International Applicants Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your family/spouse/partner please visit: https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/welcome-services https://www.movetogothenburg.com/   The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations. In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed. In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

Reference number PAR 2025/32

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract researchers and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.

The Department of Physics at the University of Gothenburg is located on the main campus of Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg and employs approximately 120 people. Our research spans Atomic and Molecular Physics, Condensed Matter Physics and Spintronics, and Complex Systems and Biophysics, and is performed in an international environment with extensive national and international collaborations. The department offers a wide range of educational programs, including Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in physics, teacher-training programs in physics education, and outreach courses designed for the general public. The department is part of the Gothenburg Physics Centre, which is a close collaboration with four other departments within the Faculty of Science at Gothenburg University and Chalmers University of Technology, which creates an innovative environment for all researchers and students alike.

For further information about the Department of Physics, please visit our website at https://www.gu.se/en/physics. More information about Gothenburg Physics Centre can be found at www.chalmers.se/en/centres/gpc/Pages/default.aspx.

General information about being a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg can be found on the university's doctoral student pages.

https://www.gu.se/en/doctoral-studies

Duties

We are inviting applications for two PhD positions in condensed matter theory and statistical physics to join the research group of Johannes Hofmann at the University of Gothenburg.

PhD Project 1 aims to develop advanced statistical methods based on kinetic theory, utilizing both numerical and analytical approaches, to study charge and heat transport in electron and electron-phonon gases. The project will focus on hydrodynamic transport–a recently observed mode of transport driven by dominant interactions–in both solid-state systems and atomic quantum gases.

PhD Project 2 aims to explore the theoretical foundations of band structure engineering through moiré superpotentials in solid-state systems, and to describe the interplay with the phase diagram and the quantum geometry. This project is part of a jointly funded collaboration with experimentalists and will proceed in close connection with local experimental groups studying graphene and high-temperature superconductivity.

Doctoral studies comprises four years of full-time study, and leads to a doctoral degree. 

As part of your employment as a doctoral student, you may have departmental duties corresponding to up to 20 % of full-time employment, distributed throughout your study period, and result in a corresponding extension of the studies. Departmental duties usually consist of teaching at first- and second-cycle levels, but may also include research and administration.

Eligibility

Doctoral education requires general eligibility and, where appropriate, specific eligibility as set out in the general syllabus for the subject.

The general eligibility requirements for doctoral studies are:

having completed a degree at second-cycle level, or
the fulfilment of course requirements totalling at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits must be at second-cycle level, or
the acquisition of equivalent knowledge in some other way, either in Sweden or abroad.

To meet the specific entry requirements for third-cycle studies, applicants must:

have a second-cycle (master level) degree in a relevant* subject area in the natural sciences, or
have completed studies for at least 60 higher education credits at a second-cycle level in relevant subject areas in the natural sciences, or
have completed a corresponding program of relevance to the planned third-cycle program, in Sweden or in another country, or have equivalent qualifications.

*Relevant for the planned third-cycle education

The specific entry requirements also include an acceptable command of spoken and written English. Guidelines for assessing English proficiency may include a minimum score of 550 on the TOEFL test (or 213 on the TOEFL-CBT, or 79 on the TOEFL-iBT).

Assessment criteria

The selection of applicants who meet the basic and specific eligibility requirements will be based on the ability to assimilate the doctoral studies.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals with experience and interest in analytical and numerical calculations in condensed-matter physics, statistical physics, or atomic physics. A genuine enthusiasm to work with experimental data is required. Previous research experience in many-body physics or quantum theory would be meritorious.

Admission and employment

Once you have been admitted to doctoral studies, you will be employed as a doctoral student at the University of Gothenburg.

The provisions for employment as a doctoral student can be found in ordinance SFS 1993:100.

Initial employment as a doctoral student may apply for a maximum of one year, and may be renewed by a maximum of two years at a time.

A doctoral student may be employed as a doctoral student for a maximum of eight years, but the total period of employment may not be longer than the equivalent of full-time education at doctoral level for four years.

Type of employment: Fixed-term employment, equivalent 4 years full time
Extent: 100 %
Location: Department of Physics, Gothenburg
First day of employment: 1 August 2025 or by agreement

The University applies a local agreement on salaries for doctoral students.

Please note, doctoral studies at The department of Physics require physical presence to conduct the studies. If the admitted applicant needs a residence permit for higher education to pursue studies in Sweden, The department of Physics has the right to revoke the admission decision if the applicant cannot present a valid residence permit no later than at the start of the studies.

Contact information

Dr Johannes Benedict Hofmann, Senior Lecturer

Department of Physics, University of Gothenburg
johannes.hofmann@physics.gu.se
web page

Unions

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here:
https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande

Application

Apply online to be admitted to doctoral education via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal.

The application shall include:

- An application letter explaining your motivation for applying to the position and summarizing your previous research experience in theoretical physics (max two A4 pages)
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
- A copy or draft of your bachelor’s and master’s thesis
- Copies or transcripts of your exam certificates
- Contact information for at least two referees (name, contact details, relation)

It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per this notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.

Applications must be received by:  16/03/2025 

Information for International Applicants

Choosing a career in a foreign country is a big step. Thus, to give you a general idea of what we and Gothenburg have to offer in terms of benefits and life in general for you and your family/spouse/partner please visit:

https://www.gu.se/en/about-the-university/welcome-services
https://www.movetogothenburg.com/

The University works actively to achieve a working environment with equal conditions, and values the qualities that diversity brings to its operations.

In accordance with the National Archives of Sweden’s regulations, the University must archive application documents for two years after the appointment is filled. If you request that your documents are returned, they will be returned to you once the two years have passed. Otherwise, they will be destroyed.

In connection to this recruitment, we have already decided which recruitment channels we should use. We therefore decline further contact with vendors, recruitment and staffing companies.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

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