Research fellow (adiunkt): theory of topological materials using hybrid functionals (Job 34/2026)

Postdoctoral research fellow position in Division ON-6 of the Institute of Physics of the Polish Academy of Sciences, supervised by Prof. Carmine Autieri. The researcher will investigate selected classes of materials with hybrid density functionals, focusing on identifying their topological character, in collaboration with groups in Poland and abroad. The temporary full-time contract runs for 24 months with possible extension; the basic salary is PLN 7,114 gross per month plus a length-of-service allowance.

Applications include a CV, motivation letter, publication list, PhD diploma, research plan, two referee contacts and a signed data-processing consent, sent to rekrutacja@ifpan.edu.pl with the job ID in the subject.

PhD in physics; publications showing experience in condensed matter theory and quantum information theory or related fields; analytical and numerical modelling experience; fluent English; ability to work in a team.