A research associate (m/f/d) position in the group of non-equilibrium many-body systems http://qft0.physik.uni-halle.de/ at the institute of physics of the Martin-Luther University, Halle-Wittenberg, Germany, is available for initially 3 years with the possibility for post-doctoral qualification (Habilitation). The aim is to develop theories and codes for the coherent control of charge and spin dynamic in molecular and nanostructures driven by textured laser pulses.

Necessary qualifications

• PhD. in physics or quantum chemistry
• Demonstrated experience in theoretical and computational methods of quantum dynamics in laser fields
• Capability of independent and collaborative research
• Solid understanding of spin dynamics
• English communication skills, written and spoken

Desirable  Qualifications

• Knowledge of statistical mechanics and quantum information
• Experience in computational packages for quantum material simulations
• German language skills

You can expect

• Be part of theory/experiment international projects with regular meetings
• A research-oriented environment with a range of topics and tasks
• Opportunity to supervise BSc and MSc students and involvement in teaching
• Be part of an international dynamic and supportive team
• A range of training and further education opportunities with the possibility for a qualification towards Habilitation
• Diverse sports and health offers (university sports)

Appointment date: as soon as possible

Contract: 36 Months, full-time, paid on the TV-L scale level 13

Application: Send your application to Prof. Jamal Berakdar Martin-Luther University, Institute of Physics, 06099 Halle, Germany, or preferably via

e-mail at [email protected]

Subject:"Research associate: Quantum Dynamics" including the following

• cover letter: explaining how your research profile fits the open position
• CV: including education and research records with contacts of at least two referees

• PhD thesis: if not in English, provide a summary and/or corresponding publications

Applications will be evaluated immediately until the position is filled.

The Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) is the oldest and largest university in the State of Saxony-Anhalt with more than 500 years history with currently more than 20,000 students enrolled. The university has excellent national and international ties and strong interconnection to on-site research units of national research institutions such as Max-Planck and Fraunhofer Institutes.