Postdoctoral Position in Physics, Theory

About this position

• The Department of Physics at Wake Forest University invites applications
• for a postdoctoral research position in quantum matter. The successful
• applicant will work in Emilie Huffman's group (https://huffman.sites.wfu.edu/)
• on projects related to classical and quantum-computational simulations
• of quantum many-body physics systems. The scholar will also have the
• opportunity to mentor students in the group. We especially encourage
• applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas,
• spanning both numerical and analytical approaches:
• -Quantum monte carlo -Exact diagonalization -Tensor networks -Machine
• learning for many-body physics techniques -Renormalization group and
• perturbative expansion techniques (epsilon expansion, large-N
• expansion, etc.) -Conformal bootstrap
• Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Physics or a related field by the
• start date (anticipated Fall 2027). The position is for two years,
• with a third-year extension available depending on performance and
• funding availability. Applications received before January 15, 2027,
• will receive full consideration, and review of applications will
• continue until the position is filled.
• Job Description Essential Functions: Will work with the PI on projects
• related to classical and quantum-computational simulations of quantum
• many-body physics systems. The scholar will also have an opportunity
• to mentor students in the group.
• Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Ph.D. in Physics or
• a related field Strong background strongly correlated many-body
• systems Strong publication record in relevant venues Strong
• communication and collaboration skills
• Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: We prefer a
• candidate with a background in Condensed Matter, Quantum Information,
• or High Energy Physics, with expertise in one or more of the following
• areas, spanning both numerical and analytical approaches: -Quantum
• monte carlo-Exact diagonalization -Tensor networks -Renormalization
• group and perturbative expansion techniques (epsilon expansion,
• large-N expansion, etc.) -Conformal bootstrap -Machine learning for
• many-body physics techniques
• Accountabilities: Responsible for own work.
• Physical Requirements: Sedentary work primarily involves
• sitting/standing, communicating with others to exchange information;
• repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers:
• and assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work
• assigned.
• Environmental Conditions: No environmental conditions.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or
• immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible
• applicants are encouraged to apply.
• Wake Forest University: Founded in 1834, Wake Forest University is a
• private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in
• liberal arts, graduate, and professional education. With over 5,400
• undergraduates and 3,500 graduate and professional students, the
• student-faculty ratio is 11:1. Wake Forest is a collegiate university
• offering a vibrant, intellectual community with a rich cultural life,
• an impressive array of facilities, and a strong athletics program
• competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Since its founding,
• the University has adopted the motto Pro Humanitate, which is
• exemplified by a deep institutional commitment to public service and
• engagement with the world. Wake Forest University is in Winston-Salem,
• a beautiful, mid-sized city centrally located in the Piedmont-Triad
• region of North Carolina. A family-friendly city with high-quality
• schools, a wide selection of restaurants and shops, outdoor
• recreational activities, and numerous special events, it is known for
• its vibrant and thriving arts and innovative scenes. Residents enjoy
• proximity to the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains (1.5 hours) and
• Atlantic beaches (4 hours), a moderate climate with four distinct
• seasons, and a very reasonable cost of living. Winston-Salem offers
• many of the amenities of a large city but with the sense of community
• and quality of life of a small town.
• Time Type Requirement Full time
• Note to Applicant: This position profile identifies the key
• responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass
• all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform.
• Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions
• and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by
• his/her supervisor. In order to provide a safe and productive learning
• and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background
• investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being
• considered for employment. Equal Opportunity Statement The University
• is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates
• to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin,
• sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic
• information, disability and military or veteran status.
• Accommodations for Applicants If you are an individual with a
• disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application
• or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.