
Research Associate-Fixed Term
Michigan State University(MSU)
East Lansing, MITemporarySeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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Michigan State University invites applicants with a Ph.D. in a field related to many-body quantum physics to join Professor Mohammad Maghrebi’s group in the Department of Physics and Astronomy for postdoctoral theoretical research. The work focuses broadly on many-body quantum systems, dynamics, and non-equilibrium phenomena. Experience with computational tensor network techniques and a background in quantum information science are viewed favorably. The position is available from September 1, 2025, and remains open until filled.
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Position Summary Applicants with a Ph.D. degree in fields related to many-body quantum physics are invited to apply for a postdoctoral research position in the group of Prof. Mohammad Maghrebi in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Michigan State University. The position is available from September 1, 2025, and is open until filled. The candidates will participate in the theoretical research broadly defined in many-body quantum systems, dynamics, and non-equilibrium phenomena. Experience in computational tensor network techniques as well as background in quantum information science defined broadly is viewed favorably. Information about Prof. Maghrebi's research group can be found at: . Other PhD/postdoctoral positions in the theoretical condensed matter physics at Michigan State University are anticipated during the same period. The successful candidate will be part of a theorical group with at least five faculty working on various aspects of non-equilibrium phenomena. ### Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. ### Required Degree Doctorate -Fields related to many-body quantum physics ### Minimum Requirements Ph.D. degree in fields related to many-body quantum physics ### Required Application Materials Interested candidates should submit their CV, a research statement (maximum of 3 pages excluding the references), a list of publications, contact information, and the names and e-mails of three references to www.careers.msu.edu (1006382). ### Special Instructions For further inquiry about the position, please contact Mohammad Maghrebi (). ### Review of Applications Begins On 02/01/2025 ### Website https://pa.msu.edu/ ### MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
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- This postingNot listed
- US median$70–80K/yr394 salary ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 112 open Postdoctoral Researcher jobs in Michigan and 822 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Michigan
- Michigan State University(MSU) (this employer)60 open
- University of Michigan24 open
- Michigan State University21 open
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- Postdoctoral Researcher postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 0 to 3 years (51 postings).
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- This posting asks for a doctorate or professional degree; 687 of the 822 open Postdoctoral Researcher jobs (84%) ask for a doctorate or professional degree.
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