پسادکتری ریاضی، آمار و فیزیک در سوئد

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Project description
The Department of Physics announce a postdoctoral (alternatively researcher) position for an outstanding individual to work on the theory of topological phases with focus on Weyl (semi) metals. The position is financed by the Swedish Research Council through a grant on “Tilted Weyl Fermions” awarded to Emil J. Bergholtz.

Main responsibilities
Carrying out high class research in the theory of topological phases, especially on Weyl semimetals, in collaboration with Emil J. Bergholtz.

Qualification requirements
Postdoctoral positions are appointed primarily for purposes of research. Applicants are expected to hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent degree from another country. A suitable background is a PhD in theoretical physics specializing in theoretical condensed matter physics, high energy physics or mathematical physics.

Assessment criteria
The successful applicant will be selected based on documented knowledge relevant for the area of study. Excellent analytical capability is absolutely necessary and programming skills are wished for. A high level of personal motivation and team working skills is also crucial. Well-developed English language skills are required.

In the appointment process, special attention will be given to research skills. The applicants are encouraged to provide supporting documents that substantiate qualifications. References and interviews will be used to assess qualifications of the applicants.

Terms of employment
The position involves full-time employment for two years, with the possibility of extension under special circumstances. Start date during 2017 as per agreement.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

Contact
For additional information, please contact Emil J. Bergholtz, emil.bergholtz@fysik.su.se, or the Head of the Department, Prof. Sven Mannervik, mannervi@fysik.su.se.

Union representatives
Anqi Lindblom-Ahlm (Saco-S) and Lisbeth Häggberg (Fackförbundet ST and Lärarförbundet), telephone: +46 8 16 20 00 (operator), and seko@seko.su.se (SEKO).

Application
Apply for the position at Stockholm University’s recruitment system by clicking the “Apply” button. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.

Please include the following information with your application

• Your contact details and personal data
• Your highest degree
• Your language skills
• Contact details for 2–۳ references
  Important: Your academic referees should send us recommendation letters no later than January 5, 2017, via e-mail to: FV-3737-16.refletters@fysik.su.se and state in the subject line: SU FV-3737-16 + name of the applicant.

and, in addition, please include the following documents

• Cover letter
• CV – degrees and other completed courses, work experience and a list of publications
• Research proposal (no more than 3 pages) describing:
  – why you are interested in the field/project described in the advertisement
  – why and how you wish to complete the project
  – what makes you suitable for the project in question
• Copy of PhD diploma
• Publications in support of your application (no more than 3 files).

The instructions for applicants are available at: Instructions – Applicants.

You are welcome to apply!