Postdoctoral Research Associate I

at  University of Arizona

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

The Department of Physics at the University of Arizona is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to work with Prof. Sumit Mazumdar in the broad area of the physics of correlated-electron systems, with applications to (i) photophysics of organic pi-conjugated semiconductors, and (ii) metal-insulator, insulator-insulator and superconducting transitions of low dimensional organic charge-transfer solids and layered transition metal oxides. The research is funded by NSF-DMR. The successful candidate will have a track record of published research in computational physics or chemistry of condensed phase or molecular systems, as well as an eagerness to engage in an interdisciplinary, collaborative environment. Experience with computational physics of strongly correlated electrons will be a strong plus.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph. D. in physics or theoretical chemistry.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in the theory of strongly correlated low dimensional materials.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

• The position will focus on photophysics of organic semiconductors and phase transitions in low dimensional systems. There will be ample opportunity for training for a motivated physicist who has had experience with computations of electronic structures of real systems.