PhD position

About us

The Quantum Biology and Computational Physics group at the University of Oldenburg invites applications for a PhD position focused on the study of spin dynamics in complex molecular and solid-state systems. The research encompasses synthetic molecular systems, nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers in nanodiamonds, and biological molecules, with an emphasis on understanding fundamental spin phenomena. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and refinement of theoretical methods for investigating spin dynamics and electronic structure calculations, including the use and further advancement of MolSpin (www.molspin.eu), a specialized program for spin dynamics modeling, embedded in the Scandinavian Kit for Nanoscale Modelling (VIKING), www.viking-suite.com. This position provides the opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research at the interface of quantum biology and computational physics, leveraging advanced theoretical tools to address contemporary scientific challenges.

Our group is located at the University of Oldenburg, Germany, and is part of several collaborative centres including the DFG funded CRC/TRR-386 “HYP*MOL – Hyperpolarization in molecular systems and SFB 1372 “Magnetoreception and navigation in vertebrates: from biophysics to brain and behavior”. These collaborations will give you access to a very wide range of superb modern equipment, techniques and expertise. You will become part of a larger team working closely together on related questions. For more information about our group, see http://www.quantbiolab.com.

Your tasks

The primary responsibilities of the candidate will include developing and applying advanced theoretical and computational methods to study spin dynamics in molecular and solid-state systems. The candidate will also contribute to the refinement and application of MolSpin for modeling spin interactions, collaborating with team members to analyze and interpret results in the context of quantum biology and physics. The responsibilities will furthermore include formulating and solving scientific problems and interpreting research results; collaborating with other scientists of the university and beyond; writing scientific publications and presenting results at international conferences; regular teaching duties per university regulation and supervision of bachelor/master students.

Your profile

The applicant must have a qualifying university degree (diploma, master or similar) in Physics, Chemistry, or related fields and a strong interest in developing theoretical methods and carrying out fundamental research in a collaborative research environment. We also require excellent mastery of English reading and writing. The successful candidate must have a profound background in programming (e.g. Python, C++, Fortran) and be familiar with computer simulations of many-body systems, including classical molecular dynamics simulations and quantum chemical calculations. Expertise in scientific computing is considered advantageous. 

Our standards

The University of Oldenburg is dedicated to increase the percentage of female employees in the field of science. Therefore, female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. In accordance to § 21 Section 3 NHG, female candidates with equal qualifications will be preferentially considered. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference in case of equal qualification.

Further information

Web: http://www.quantbiolab.com