South Africa: Posdoctoral Fellow at National Institute for Theoretical Physics

Started by sparrow, Jul 23, 2010, 09:01 PM

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The Stellenbosch node of the South African National Institute for Theoretical Physics (NITheP) has two postdoctoral vacancies in the fields of Condensed Matter and Statistical Physics. The particular research focuses of this node are cold atoms, quantum transport and phase transitions.

The appointments will be made within the structure of Stellenbosch University on a two-year contract basis, with the possibility of renewal for one additional year.

Duties:
• Maintaining a vigorous research programme
• being involved with supervision and tutoring at graduate level.
Requirements: A relevant doctorate of high standing
• a developing research record and demonstrated research potential.
Commencement of duties: 1 September 2010 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Closing date: Review of applications will begin on 31 July 2010 and continue until both positions are filled.

Enquiries: Prof. Frederik Scholtz on +27 21 808 3871 or at fgs@sun.ac.za.

Applications must include a complete CV, publication list, description of present and future research interests and copies of relevant degree certificates. Applications to be e-mailed to renekotze@sun.ac.za