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Postdoctoral Position in Condensed Matter Theory at UC Davis University of California, Davis in United States

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Postdoc

Field of study

Materials Science

Funding

Available

Deadline

Dec 16, 2026

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University of California, Davis

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Materials Science
Theoretical Physics
Quantum Materials
Many-body Systems
Matter Theory
Mean-field Theory
Quantum Magnetism
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About this position

The Condensed Matter Theory group in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of California, Davis is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher in Theoretical Condensed Matter. The project centers on the execution and design of theoretical studies of many-body phenomena in systems such as quantum materials, quantum magnets, and quantum simulators.

The successful researcher will work under the supervision of Professor Tessa Cookmeyer and will have opportunities to collaborate with other condensed matter faculty at UC Davis. The role is research-focused and sits within an active theoretical environment, with an emphasis on understanding emergent behavior in strongly correlated and related quantum systems.

The postdoctoral appointment is based at UC Davis in Davis, California, and is set to begin in Fall 2027 for an initial two-year term.

Funding details

Available

What's required

A Ph.D. in theoretical condensed matter physics, theoretical atomic molecular and optical physics, or a similar field is required before starting the position. Experience with numerical many-body methods such as DMRG, ED, VMC, DMFT, and QMC is preferred, or the willingness to learn these methods. Prior experience in experimental collaborations is preferred but not required. The position is best suited to candidates who have recently completed their Ph.D. or will complete it before the start date.

How to apply

Submit a cover letter, CV with full publication list, a statement of research interests and experiences (maximum 3 pages), and three letters of recommendation through Academic Jobs Online. For full consideration, apply by 2026-12-16.

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Theoretical Physics

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Quantum Materials

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