Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Doctoral Candidate (PhD student) in Physics

In the Physics and Materials Research Unit, there are experimental soft matter and solid state physics groups, a theoretical solid state physics group and our group for theory and simulation of soft matter.

The Theory of Soft Condensed Matter group develops computer simulation methods to study rare events and non-equilibrium processes. The PhD topic is located in the field of statistical mechanics of classical systems.
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Tasks
  • Prepare a doctoral thesis in Physics
  • Assist the professor in his teaching activities, one to three hours per week.
  • Develop and apply algorithms to simulate phase transition kinetics in simple model systems.
Your profile
  • M. Sc. in Physics, Chemistry or Materials Science
  • Programming experience
  • Excellent knowledge of English is required 
  • Knowledge of German and French would be useful
We offer
  • An exciting multi-disciplinary international environment
  • Interesting work in a friendly young team 
  • Competitive remuneration
  • The University of Luxembourg is an equal opportunity employer
The University of Luxembourg is an equal opportunity employer
Further Information
For further information, please contact :  Tanja.Schilling@uni.lu

Applications (in English / French or German) should contain the following documents:
  • a letter of motivation
  • a detailed curriculum vitae
  • copies of degree certificates

Application Deadline : 1 March 2013

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