Research Engineer in Theoretical Physics

We have the power of over 50,000 students and employees. Students who give hope for the future. Employees who every day contribute to Linköping University tackling today's challenges. Our core values are built on credibility, trust, and security. By being brave, thinking freely, and doing something new, we create together—through big and small actions—a better future. Welcome to apply for a job with us! About the Job We are seeking a research engineer whose work will consist of writing one or more scientific articles in the field of defects in semiconductors and spin dynamics simulations. The articles will be based on a completed master's thesis that is available, but the work tasks may also include minor extensions such as additional simulations and method development. About You We are looking for someone in the later part of, or with a recently completed, university education in physics, technical physics, technical mathematics, or equivalent. Your application should demonstrate experience from an already presented master's thesis, or other project work of comparable scope in the subject of spin dynamics simulations for defects in semiconductors. This position is not intended for those with considerably longer experience, e.g., with a completed doctorate degree. A transcript of grades must be attached to your application. Excellent knowledge of English in both speech and writing is required. You should be able to work independently and be a contributing member of the research group. Your Workplace You will work at the Materials Design and Informatics unit within the Department of Theoretical Physics with placement at the Department of Physics, Chemistry and Biology (IFM). At the Department of Physics, Chemistry and Biology, IFM, and the Department of Theoretical Physics, a number of research projects are conducted. In one of these projects, a database system with a web-based user interface is being developed for analysis and searching of large amounts of research data from computer simulations of defects in materials. Learn more about our activities here https://liu.se/en/research/materials-design-and-informatics About the Employment Fixed-term employment 100% for 1–3 months (alternatively 50% for 2–6 months). Start date by agreement. Salary and Benefits Linköping University applies individual and differentiated salary setting in accordance with applicable collective agreements (RALS/RALS-T) and the University's guidelines for salary formation. We offer the possibility of remote work part of your working time when business needs and work tasks permit. Learn more about benefits for employees https://liu.se/jobba-pa-liu/formaner. Union Representatives Information about union representatives, see https://liu.se/jobba-pa-liu/hjalp-for-sokande. Application Welcome to submit your application with CV and cover letter no later than September 9, 2026. You apply for this position by clicking the "Apply" button below. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. We welcome applicants with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives; it enriches and develops our operations. For us, it is self-evident to uphold everyone's equal worth, rights, and opportunities. Read about our work at https://liu.se/artikel/lika-villkor/. We look forward to receiving your application! Linköping University has procurement agreements and asks that we do not receive direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies or sellers of job advertisements.

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