Topic: Quantum materials

The joint doctoral programme of the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids, TU Dresden and the University of St Andrews offers experimental and theoretical projects in solid-state chemistry and condensed matter physics. Students combine research with graduate courses and general skills training across the partner institutions. Funding and pay depend on the primary project location. The recruitment deadline is 30 November 2026; successful candidates should begin by September 2027. Applications use the programme’s online form.

The Anthony J. Leggett Institute for Condensed Matter Theory seeks postdoctoral researchers for Fall 2027. The Leggett fellowship is renewable for up to three years; Moore fellowships offer broad research choice in condensed matter theory and quantum materials. Interests include strongly correlated materials, topology, nonequilibrium physics and quantum information. Fellows collaborate with Illinois theorists and experimentalists, with access to materials, quantum-science and computing facilities. A single application covers both fellowships and related institute positions. Submit by October 1

Pursue research on terahertz spectroscopy of two-dimensional quantum matter and/or designer quantum materials and devices with Taketo Handa. Projects develop ultrafast measurements, van der Waals heterostructures and nanodevices to study electronic, optical and quantum behaviour. The full-time appointment initially lasts two years, with a start as early as possible after 1 January 2027. The initial application deadline is 30 November 2026; the employer may continue accepting applications afterwards until positions are filled. Follow the official email instructions with a CV including three ref

RIKEN’s Nanoscale Quantum Photonics Laboratory seeks one postdoctoral researcher for its collaboration with the Institute for Basic Science. The project combines optical spectroscopy and nanophotonics with scanning-tunneling nanospectroscopy to investigate quantum states and energy conversion in low-dimensional structures and molecular interfaces. The Wako-based appointment begins in January 2027 or later by agreement. Annual contracts may be renewed through August 2029. The official advert explicitly accepts applications until the position is filled and supplies document-upload instructions.

NIMS is recruiting several permanent researchers for fundamental, foundational and applied materials research. Priority areas include hydrogen and battery materials, quantum and semiconductor materials, magnetic and structural materials, inorganic nanomaterials, polymers and biomaterials, data-driven materials development and advanced characterization. The appointment is expected to begin on 1 April 2027, subject to discussion.