Postdoc positions in Quantum Field Theory

1 month ago

Odense, Denmark Hs Mittweida Full time

The Quantum Field Theory group of Professor Francesco Sannino at the Quantum Theory Center (QTC) hosted by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science (IMADA) and the Danish Institute for Advanced Study of the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for two Post Doc positions.


Outstanding candidates should have a PhD in theoretical physics with proven experience in any or several of these areas:

  1. Quantum Field Theory: Conformal field theory and/or conformal window of gauge theories, semiclassical methods, effective field theories, renormalization group, high order perturbation theory, generalized symmetries.
  2. Lattice Field Theory: Conformal window and near conformal dynamics of strongly coupled theories, novel lattice methodologies (including applications of quantum computing and artificial intelligence), lattice field theory for standard model physics and beyond including matter in extreme conditions.
  3. (Quantum) Gravity: Rigorous approaches to (quantum) gravity including string theory, precise results in (quantum) black hole and wormhole physics including entanglement.

The positions are funded by the Carlsberg Foundation through the Semper Ardens grant 'Solving Quantum Field Theory' held by Professor and Director Francesco Sannino, and the candidates are expected to work on the topics related to the project.


The starting date should ideally be September 2025. Application deadline: 30 December 2024 at 23:59 hours local Danish time.


Each Postdoctoral position is initially for two years.


Application, salary etc.

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Please check links for more information on salary (only available in Danish) and taxation .


Applications must be in English and must include the following:

  1. A cover letter stating your specific interest, motivation and qualifications for the position. (max. one page) should be attached under the "Application form" option.
  2. Detailed CV, including personal contact information of three references, should be attached under the "CV" option.
  3. A publication list, possibly stressing what are the specific contributions for each work.
  4. At least three signed reference letters, combined into one file and attached under the "References" option. Should your referees wish to send their letters directly to us, please have them use the e-mail: mentioning your name and the title of the position in the subject line. And please note that these also need to reach us before the deadline.

Shortlisting may be used in the assessment process.

Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated.


To qualify you must have passed a PhD or equivalent. Applications will be assessed by an expert assessor/committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the university.


The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.


Applications must be submitted electronically using the link "Apply now ". Attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. We strongly recommend that you read How to apply for a position at SDU before you apply.


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