These positions are part of an on-going initiative aiming to develop nonperturbative methods for in- and out-of-equilibrium systems in low dimensions, in the context of quantum magnetism, cold atoms and nanoscale solid-state systems. Exceptional candidates with a keen interest in quantum condensed matter theory and a strong theoretical background are particularly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Physics;
• The ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Further information

Further information may be obtained from
Dr. J.S. Caux
Science Park 904
P.O.Box 94485
1090GL Amsterdam
the Netherlands

e-mail: J.S.Caux@uva.nl
tel.: 020 525 5775

Appointment

The full-time appointment will be on a temporary basis for a maximum period of four years (18 months plus a further 30 months after a positive evaluation) and should lead to a dissertation (PhD thesis). An educational plan will be drafted that includes attendance of courses and (international) meetings. The PhD student is also expected to assist in teaching of undergraduates. Based on a full-time appointment (38 hours per week) the gross monthly salary will range from € 2042 in the first year to € 2612 in the final year, according to the Dutch salary scales for PhD students. The collective employment agreement (CAO) of Dutch universities is applicable.

Job application

Interested applicants should email a CV and list of grades (with other potentially pertinent material such as Master's thesis) to application-science@uva.nl, bearing the vacancy number (W11-238) in the subject line as well as to J.S.Caux@uva.nl, and arrange for two recommendation letters to be sent to the same address. Further particulars are available upon request or by navigating to J.S. Caux Jobs-page (see below).