Tenure-Track Assistant Professorship in Theoretical Quantum Condensed Matter Physics The Department of Physics at the University of Basel, Switzerland, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of an assistant professor in the area of Theoretical Quantum Condensed Matter Physics. The University of Basel conducts internationally recognized, leading research in quantum physics and quantum technologies, is home of the Swiss Nanoscience Institute and the two currently running National Centres for Competence in Research SPIN and PRECISION. Your position The new professor will be expected to conduct an excellent research program and contribute to teaching activities at all levels. Your profile We are looking for an outstanding theorist with proven expertise in the broad field of Quantum Condensed Matter Physics. The requirements include a PhD degree in physics or equivalent and an excellent track record of research achievements and publications in the field. Synergies between the candidate's research plans and the research activities conducted at the University of Basel in the areas of quantum condensed matter physics and quantum technologies are advantageous. We offer you The Department of Physics of the University of Basel offers an international and highly collaborative environment for top-level research in the fields of nano and quantum physics as well as cosmology and particle physics. The University of Basel offers an attractive and transparent tenure-track system with clearly defined evaluation criteria, a tenure review after five years, and a pathway towards promotion to a full professorship. The University of Basel is an equal opportunity and family friendly employer committed to excellence through diversity. The new professor will be expected to conduct an excellent research program and contribute to teaching activities at all levels. Application / Contact Applications (including a short letter of motivation, a curriculum vitae, a publication list, a statement of research interests, and a teaching statement) should be addressed to Prof. Dr. Heiko Schuldt, Dean, Faculty of Science, and submitted as a single PDF online: https://biped.philnat.unibas.ch/application/form/24/1 During online submission applicants are asked to request three referees to submit confidential letters of reference. Applications from women are particularly welcome.For informal inquiries please contact the Chair of the Department of Physics, Prof. Ilaria Zardo, ilaria.zardo@unibas.ch . If your question is about the online application process, please contact the Office of the Dean ( dekanat-philnat@unibas.ch ).The deadline for receipt of applications is November 16, 2026.
Tenure-Track Assistant Professorship in Theoretical Quantum Condensed Matter Physics Arbeitgeber: Universität Basel
Die Universität Basel ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der seinen Mitarbeitenden eine langfristige Perspektive in einem stabilen und zukunftsorientierten Umfeld bietet. Mit einer sorgfältigen Einarbeitungsphase und kontinuierlichen Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten fördert die Universität aktiv das Wachstum ihrer Angestellten. Die offene und serviceorientierte Arbeitskultur ermöglicht es Ihnen, direkt mit Dozierenden und Veranstaltenden zusammenzuarbeiten und Ihre technischen Fähigkeiten in einem internationalen und dynamischen Team weiterzuentwickeln.
