
Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
11,656 professors found
Professor at Harvard University
Harvard University
United States
Quantum Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Quantum Criticality
Solid State Physics
Ultracold Physics
Has open position
Sam and Helen Worden Professor of Physics
Rice University
United States
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Solid State Physics
Quantum Magnetism
Topological Insulator
Professor of Physics
Northeastern University
United States
Condensed Matter Physics
Quantum Physics
Solid State Physics
Quantum Magnetism
Topological Insulator
Professor
Rutgers University
United States
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Solid State Physics
Ferroelectricity
Quantum Magnetism
Trustees research professor
Kent State University
United States
Condensed Matter Physics
Polymer Physics
Liquid Crystals
Liquid Crystal Physics
Ferroelectricity
The University of Alabama
United States
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Solid State Physics
High-pressure Physics
Magnetism
Prof.
University of California
United States
Condensed Matter Physics
Quantum Physics
Solid State Physics
Topological Insulator
Quantum Magnetism
Professor of advanced studies
George Mason University
United States
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Quantum Magnetism
Solid State Physics
Magnetism
Assistant Professor
University of Nevada Reno
United States
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Electron-phonon Interaction
Solid State Physics
Heat Transfer
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Florida International University
United States
1 month ago
🚀 Ph.D. opportunity in Quantum Computing at Florida International University (FIU). Dr. Abdel-Hameed Badawy, Associate Professor, is seeking motivated and talented Ph.D. students to join his research group. The opening is aimed at students interested in quantum computing , quantum technologies , quantum algorithms , quantum systems , and related areas in computer science and engineering . Applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Badawy directly at [email protected] . No deadline or funding details...
1 month ago
University of Utah
United States
4 weeks ago
Multiple PhD positions are available in the Integrated Multiphysics Laboratory at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. The positions focus on computational engineering and computational sciences across scales , with research directions spanning classical computing , quantum computing , hybrid computing , and experimental mechanics . Students will work with Dr. Pania Newell in the Integrated Multiphysics Laboratory. The post is especially relevant for applicants interested in multid...
4 weeks ago
University of Colorado Boulder
United States
1 month ago
University of Colorado Boulder is advertising a Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of Physics for research in quantum condensed matter theory and many-body quantum information theory , broadly defined. The role is based in Boulder, Colorado, United States , and the successful candidate will collaborate with Boulder many-body quantum theory faculty. The position is expected to start in July 2027 . Research areas / keywords: quantum condensed matter theory, many-body quantum information, sta...
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Estimated costs in United States.
MonthlyYearly | |
|---|---|
![]() Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | $3.0k $3,000/yr |
![]() Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | $1.5k $1,500/yr |
![]() Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | $800 $800/yr |
![]() Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | $12.0k $12,000/yr |
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Washington University in St. Louis
United States
Materials Chemistry
Condensed Matter Physics
Quantum Materials
Superconducting Technology
Accelerator Physics
Assistant Professor
Indiana State University
United States
Particle Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Semiconductor Physics
Theoretical Physics
Ultracold Physics
Assistant Professor
University of Oklahoma
United States
Quantum Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Quantum Electronics
Ultracold Physics
Bose-einstein Condensates
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Just Landed
United States
New Today
Just Landed
Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate for the Quantum Heterostructures Group within the Materials Science and Technology Division and Physical Sciences Directorate. The project focuses on the synthesis of quantum materials and the investigation of their novel electronic, magnetic, and structural properties. The researcher will synthesize epitaxial thin films using molecular beam epitaxy and work with advanced characterization methods. Depending on experience ...
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Emilie Huffman
Just Landed
Wake Forest University
United States
New Today
Just Landed
The Department of Physics at Wake Forest University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in quantum matter to join Emilie Huffman’s group. The project focuses on classical and quantum-computational simulations of quantum many-body physics systems , giving the scholar the chance to contribute to research at the interface of numerical and analytical approaches. The successful candidate will work closely in the Huffman group and will also have the opportunity to mentor students. The advert highligh...
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University of Southern California
Just Landed
United States
New Today
Just Landed
The University of Southern California’s Department of Physics and Astronomy is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher for its Theoretical Physics Group in Los Angeles. The position is centered on work in theoretical physics with two closely related directions highlighted: high energy theory and condensed matter/quantum information theory. The successful postdoctoral fellow will join a broad and active research environment with faculty whose interests span quantum field theory, conformal field theo...
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