We are looking for a PhD student in Theoretical Physics within the unit “Theory of Disordered Materials”. You can apply through the link https://liu.se/en/work-at-liu/vacancies/23736. Application deadline is 22 February 2024.

Your work assignments
The research area deals with theoretical studies and method development, with a focus on searching and designing novel materials by data-driven methods including machine learning. The focus is on materials that are applied as hard, protective coatings in cutting tools and battery industry. The study is supported by the Swedish e-science Research Centre through the Method development for Materials Design project MD2 and will be conducted in close collaboration with experiments and industrial R&D staff from the Funmat-II competence center.

As a doctoral student, you devote most of your time to doctoral studies and the research projects of which you are part. Your work may also include teaching or other departmental duties, up to a maximum of 20% of full-time.

Your qualifications
You have graduated at Master’s level in physics or adjacent with a minimum of 240 credits, at least 60 of which must be in advanced courses in physics and materials science with a focus on computer simulations. Alternatively, you have gained essentially corresponding knowledge in another way. Any experience in ab-initio simulation of materials coupled to database studies or experience in machine learning algorithms is preferred. Python programming skill is necessary. Eligible for employment as a doctoral student is only those who are admitted or have already been admitted to postgraduate education.

It is beneficial that the applicant attaches a letter of intent to the application. The letter should contain brief description on scientific background and interests, experience (if any) in theoretical modeling and calculations, along with reasons for applying.

Your workplace
The project will be carried out within the strong Theoretical Physics Division, in close collaboration with experimentalists at the IFM department and industrial partners of the Vinnova FunMat-II competence center. The Division of Theoretical Physics carries out research, undergraduate and postgraduate education within the Department of Physics Chemistry and Biology (IFM) at Linköping University.

Terms of employment
The employment has a duration of four years’ full-time equivalent. You will initially be employed for a period of one year. The employment will subsequently be renewed for periods of maximum duration two years, depending on your progress through the study plan. The employment may be extended up to a maximum of five years, based on the amount of teaching and departmental duties you have carried out. Further extensions can be granted in special circumstances.

Starting date
As soon as possible or by agreement.

Salary and employment benefits
The salary of doctoral students is determined according to a locally negotiated salary progression.

Application procedure
Apply for the position through the link below. Your application must be received at latest minimum four weeks from publication. Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered.

https://liu.se/en/work-at-liu/vacancies/23736

Contact person
Dr. Ferenc Tasnádi, Senior Lecturer, +46 13 28 57 09, [email protected]
Prof. Igor Abrikosov, +46 13 28 56 50, igor.abrikosv.liu.se