Post Doctoral Scholar
- Location
- Columbus Campus
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
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Job Title: Post Doctoral Scholar
Department: Arts and Sciences | Physics Administration
The Oshikawa research group at OSU invites applications for a Post Doctoral Scholar position that will be based at the OSU Main Campus in Columbus OH, USA. The group is involved in several theoretical projects, including general principles of quantum condensed matter physics and quantum many-body dynamics. The Post Doctoral Scholar will take a leading role in a project on quantum many-body theory. This is a term position for 1 year and is renewable based on performance and availability of funds.
https://oshikawa-group.github.io/ https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=k4JrtHkAAAAJ
Required Education:
- Doctorate (Academic) with a Major in physics
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in physics by the time of appointment.
- Demonstrated record of accomplishments in quantum many-body theory
Preferred Qualifications:
- Expertise in one or more of the following: field-theory approach to quantum many-body problem, mathematical analysis of quantum many-body problem, modern numerical methods on quantum many-body problem, interface between quantum information and condensed matter
Additional Information: With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college give students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of success.
Applications should include:
• A curriculum vitae
- A curriculum vitae
- List of publications (can be included in the CV)
- A brief description of past and proposed research (the format is flexible)
- At least three letters of reference
Location: Physics Research Building (0070)
Position Type: Term (Fixed Term)
Scheduled Hours: 40
Shift: First Shift
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Posted 30 Oct 2026 · checked 31 Oct 2026 · Report this job