Position Summary

The Center for Quantum Leaps and the Department of Physics at the Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for postdoctoral positions for a start date of around August 15, 2025.

This postdoctoral position will work primarily with Chuanwei Zhang on the theory of quantum information and/or ultracold atoms. Relevant experience in these two fields would be preferred.

Will be part of a stimulating environment for quantum condensed matter, quantum information, and atomic, molecular, and optical physics with ample opportunity to collaborate with other theorists (Zohar Nussinov, Alexander Seidel, and Li Yang) and experimentalists (Erik Henriksen, Kater Much, Sheng Ren, Xi Wang, and Chong Zu) at the department of physics. Exceptional candidates can simultaneously apply for the Jaynes Prize Fellowship [https://physics.wustl.edu/jaynes-fellowship] that will provide more research independence.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

For more information please visit:

https://quantumleaps.wustl.edu/ 

https://physics.wustl.edu/people/chuanwei-zhang 

 

Information on being a postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/.

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

Applicant Special Instructions

Interested candidates should submit an application that includes as a single PDF file:

(i) a short cover letter,

(ii) a curriculum vitae with a complete list of publications,

(iii) a short statement of research accomplishments and interests, and

(iv) the names and contact information of three senior colleagues who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation.

For full consideration, applications should be received prior to January 31, 2025.  Late applications will be considered until the position is filled. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in theoretical physics (or closely related field) prior to starting.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Questions

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Accommodation

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