Postdoctoral Researcher in Materials Theory

Uppsala Universitet · Full-time

Box 256, Uppsala, Sweden

Do you want to work with simulations in materials theory, supported by competent and pleasant colleagues in an international environment? Do you want an employer that invests in sustainable employee relations and offers secure, favorable working conditions? Welcome to apply for a postdoctoral position at Uppsala University. Uppsala University is a broad research university with strong international standing. The mission is to conduct research and education of the highest quality and to collaborate with society in various ways. Our most important asset is all the individuals who, with their curiosity and commitment, make Uppsala University one of the country's most exciting workplaces. Uppsala University has 42,000 students, 7,000 employees, and an annual turnover of 6.7 billion SEK. Uppsala University hereby announces a postdoctoral position at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, Division of Materials Theory. The Division of Materials Theory conducts world-class research in solid-state theory, using both numerical and analytical methods. The research focuses on magnetism, electronic structure, topological phases, correlation phenomena, and materials for green energy. Job Responsibilities The postdoctoral position involves work in a larger theoretical environment focusing on the development and application of methods for simulating magnetism, particularly atomic and multiscale simulations. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with leading experimental and theoretical groups at Uppsala University and other Swedish universities with a research focus on functional magnetic materials. Qualifications A doctorate in physics or a foreign degree assessed as equivalent to a doctorate in physics, with good knowledge of solid-state theory, must be completed by the time the employment decision is made. Preferably, the degree should have been obtained no more than three years ago. When calculating the three-year period, the reference point is the final application deadline. If there are special circumstances, such a degree may have been obtained earlier. Special circumstances include leave due to illness, parental leave, positions of trust within labor organizations, etc. The successful candidate is expected to have expertise in atomic or micromagnetic simulation methods, where both software development and application of these methods are important and are evaluation parameters. Good communication skills in both spoken and written English. Desirable/Additional Merits Experience with the development of multiscale methods, for example implementation on GPU architecture, and their applications to magnetism is considered particularly meritorious. About the Employment The employment is fixed-term for two years according to the central collective agreement. It is a full-time position. Start date: 1/12 2026 or by agreement. Location: Uppsala. Information about the position is provided by: Olle Eriksson +46 (0)704250777 [email protected] In this recruitment, we have replaced the cover letter with questions that you answer as part of your application. Your answers will be used as part of the selection process. Submit your application by October 26, 2026, UFV-PA 2026/2752. Uppsala University is a broad research university with strong international standing. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all 7,500 employees and 53,000 students who, with curiosity and commitment, make Uppsala University one of the country's most exciting workplaces. Read more about our benefits and what it's like to work at Uppsala University: https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/ The employment may be subject to security clearance. A condition for employment in the event of a security clearance is that the applicant is approved. We decline offers of recruitment and advertising assistance. Applications are received through Uppsala University's recruitment system. Labor representatives: Saco-S - [email protected], Seko - [email protected], ST (OFR/S) - [email protected]