Tenure-Track Assistant Professorship in Theoretical Quantum Condensed Matter Physics
Listed on 2026-10-01
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
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.
Yourposition
The new professor will be expected to conduct an excellent research program and contribute to teaching activities at all levels.
Your profileWe 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.
Weoffer 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 deadline for receipt of applications is November 16, 2026
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