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The Finnish Quantum Flagship is looking for Doctoral Researchers. The Quantum Flagship is a national initiative to promote quantum science and technology and develop researcher training. At Tampere University, we are looking for 5 Doctoral Researchers in the area of theoretical and computational physics to work on projects motivated by quantum science and technology. Successful candidates will pursue a doctoral degree at Tampere University. The positions are full-time and for three years, during which doctoral studies are expected to be completed.
Requirements
You need to have a Master’s degree in theoretical or computational physics or a closely related field and have demonstrated (during your studies towards the Master’s degree or otherwise) the competence and motivation to pursue postgraduate studies. Please be prepared to provide proof of your merits when requested.
Successful candidates must be pursuing or need be accepted (within the trial period) to study towards a doctoral degree in the doctoral programme of the discipline. Please visit the admissions webpage https://www.tuni.fi/en/study-with-us/programmes/doctoral-programmes for more information on eligibility requirements. If you already have a study right for a doctoral degree at Tampere University, it needs to be awarded 1 November 2023 or thereafter in order for you to be eligible for these positions.
The position requires working full-time in Tampere, Finland for the time of the employment. The chosen candidate needs to have the required permits for working in Finland before starting the employment (depending on the nationality of the candidate, e.g. residence permit in Finland). The position requires fluent written and spoken skills in English.
The research projects are:
Project 1: Theory of many-body physics in quantum devices
Traditionally, many-body systems studied in physics are found in naturally occurring or man-made materials. Today, the whole concept of “material” can be generalized to include virtual materials that only exist within a simulation in quantum devices and quantum computers. In contrast to the traditional materials, the properties digital quantum materials are flexibly tuned and probed. In fact, the present and near-future quantum devices offer one of the richest and most exciting realizations of quantum materials, exhibiting massive quantum entanglement between their constituents. In this project, we theoretically study novel many-body phenomena which has been recently discovered in quantum computing platforms. In particular, the project focusses on entanglement phase transitions, measurement-induced dynamics and preparation of exotic states of matter. The project combines advanced theoretical and numerical methods. For more information, contact Prof. Teemu Ojanen (teemu.ojanen@tuni.fi)
Project 2: Quantum information aspects of many-body systems
Effective simulation of correlated quantum systems is, in general, intractable for traditional computers. The root cause of the difficulty is the exponentially scaling of computational resources in the system size. While there exist many powerful algorithms that can circumvent the exponential bottleneck, it is widely believed that only simulations with quantum hardware can efficiently accommodate the complexity of many-body systems. In this project we study theoretically the underlying quantum information patterns of many-body systems and quantify the complexity of physically relevant many-body systems. Besides popular partition entanglement entropies, there exists alternative measures to characterize different aspects of the complexity and multiparticle entanglement in a many-body state. These can be employed to shed light on the possibilities and limitations of quantum simulation and quantum information processing. The project combines advanced theoretical and numerical methods. For more information, contact Prof. Teemu Ojanen (teemu.ojanen@tuni.fi)
Project 3: Towards quantum accuracy in multiscale modelling of defects in ferromagnets
Crystalline ferromagnetic materials typically have a disordered microstructure due to the presence of various lattice defects such as dislocations, grain boundaries, vacancies and solute atoms which crucially affect the properties of the material. Many key magnetization processes such as domain wall motion that are of both theoretical and practical importance depend on details of the interaction between the magnetic degrees of freedom and structural defects of the material. Yet, accurately modelling the effects of the microstructure in larger-scale computational models such as micromagnetic simulations remains an outstanding problem. In this PhD project, a new multiscale modelling framework will be developed where the atomic scale magnetic properties as induced by defects are extracted using accurate quantum mechanical density functional theory (DFT) calculations. The resulting information is then fed to larger-scale semi-classical micromagnetic simulations, making it possible to simulate disordered magnets at the micron scale with near-quantum accuracy. For more information, contact Prof. Lasse Laurson (lasse.laurson@tuni.fi)
Project 4: Branched flow and quantum scarring in two-dimensional systems
Two-dimensional (2D) electronic systems show fascinating physical phenomena and have novel applications in next-generation quantum electronics. Examples of such systems contain, for example, different semiconductor devices, superlattices and heterostructures, quantum wells and dots, quantum Hall systems, topological insulators, as well as graphene and other layered materials. Recent studies have revealed that depending on the material and the energy scale, electrons in 2D systems may show complex branched flow resembling tsunami waves, quantum scarring with regular trajectories among chaos, or abrupt and anomalous diffusion properties. These novel phenomena are not yet well understood nor exploited in realistic experimental settings including disorder or other perturbations. In this project we examine these phenomena with comprehensive classical and quantum simulations. Alongside physical understanding, our goal is to develop a transport scheme, where electronic motion in two-dimensional systems can be controlled at will, even in the presence of disorder. For more information, contact Prof. Esa Räsänen (esa.rasanen@tuni.fi).
Project 5: Modelling surface chemistry and defects in quantum devices
Semiconductor device manufacturing and engineering is approaching single-atom precision. Here, a deterministic and repeatable placement of substituent atoms opens new opportunities for quantum materials and devices where the engineered solid-state dopant lattices exhibit characteristic (tunable) electronic band structures and topological states. This enables manufacturing large-scale artificial atomic arrays of dopant atoms in silicon which will provide building blocks (qubits) for emerging quantum information technologies. In practice, the manufacturing process involves a hydrogen terminated surface [e.g. Si(001)] where dopants (e.g. As) can be selectively placed prior encapsulation. The purpose of this PhD project work is to provide theoretical insight for the atomistic phenomena which take place during the manufacturing process, and especially, the role of hydrogen and defects. For this purpose, we shall perform DFT simulations of surfaces, interfaces and defects to simulate hydrogen formation energetics and migration paths. For more information, contact Prof. Jaakko Akola (jaakko.akola@tuni.fi)
The projects are carried out at Computational Physics Laboratory in the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences at Tampere University. Tampere University is a unique, multidisciplinary and boldly forward-looking, evolving community. Our values are openness, diversity, responsibility, courage, critical thinking, erudition/ Bildung, and learner-centredness. We hope that you can embrace these values and promote them in your work.
The selection criteria
Candidates are selected based on the level of promise that they show, and this will be evaluated on the basis of their study and research plans, their previous success in studies, and scientific publishing.
We offer
The position will be filled for a fixed-term period of three years. The starting date is 1 August 2024 (or, if mutually agreed, 1 January 2025). A trial period of six (6) months applies to all our new employees.
The salary will be based on both the job requirements and the employee’s personal performance in accordance with the salary system of Finnish universities. According to the criteria applied to teaching and research staff, the position of a Doctoral Researcher is placed on level 2—4 of the job requirements scale. A typical starting salary for Doctoral Researchers is approximately 2,600-2,900 EUR/month. The salary increases based on experience and the progress of doctoral studies.
We are inviting you to be a part of a vibrant, active and truly international research community. We value interdisciplinarity, as it allows you to expand your research network and exposes you to new perspectives and ideas to solve complex research problems and pursue novel research findings. We are strongly committed to the highest level of scientific research and the provision of high-quality doctoral education.
As a member of staff at Tampere University, you will enjoy a range of competitive benefits, such as occupational health care services, flexible work schedule, versatile research infrastructure, modern teaching facilities and a safe and inviting campus area, a variety of affordable cafeterias/ campus restaurants on our campuses as well as a personal fund to spend on sports and cultural activities in your free time. Please read more about working at Tampere University. You can also find more information about us and working and living Tampere by watching our video: Tampere Higher Education Community - our academic playground.
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How to apply
Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is 17 April 2024 (23:59 EEST / UTC +3). Please write your application and all the accompanying documentation in English and attach them in PDF format.
Please attach only the following documents to your application:
- A letter of motivation and description of your research interests (max. 2 page(s))
- Curriculum vitae according to the TENK template (including the contact details of two referees).
- A list of publications (if any) as a part of the curriculum vitae
- PDF copy of your MSc and BSc degree certificates, including transcripts of all university records and their English translations (Finnish and Swedish certificates are also accepted).
Please indicate which projects you are applying to, or if you apply to multiple projects, indicate your preferred priority.
For further information, please contact:
Projects 1 and 2: Prof. Teemu Ojanen, teemu.ojanen (at) tuni.fi,
Project 3: Prof. Lasse Laurson, lasse.laurson (at) tuni.fi,
Project 4: Prof. Esa Räsänen, esa.rasanen (at) tuni.fi
Project 5: Prof. Jaakko Akola, jaakko.akola (at) tuni.fi
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Tehtävä edellyttää kokoaikaista työskentelyä Tampereella työsuhteen ajan. Valittavalla hakijalla tulee olla tarvittavat luvat työskentelyyn Suomessa. Tehtävä edellyttää hyvää kirjallista ja suullista englannin kielen taitoa;
Tutkimusaiheet ovat:
1) Theory of many-body physics in quantum devices
2) Quantum information aspects of many-body systems
3) Towards quantum accuracy in multiscale modelling of defects in ferromagnets
4) Branched flow and quantum scarring in two-dimensional systems
5) Modelling surface chemistry and defects in quantum devices
Tarkemmat tehtävien kuvaukset löytyvät englanninkielisestä osiosta.
Meille tärkeitä arvoja ovat avoimuus, kriittisyys, moninaisuus, oppijalähtöisyys, rohkeus, sivistys ja vastuullisuus. Toivommekin, että voit osaltasi sitoutua näihin arvoihin ja edistät niiden mukaista toimintaa omassa tehtävässäsi.
Valintakriteerit
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Tarjoamme
Väitöskirjatutkijan määräaikainen tehtävä kestää 3 vuotta. Työ alkaa 1.8.2024 (tai 1.1.2025, jos näin sovitaan). Tehtävässä on 6 kk koeaika.
Tehtävän palkkaus määräytyy yliopistojen opetus- ja tutkimushenkilöstön palkkausjärjestelmän mukaisesti. Tehtävän alustava vaativuustaso on 2–4. Lisäksi maksetaan henkilökohtaiseen työstä suoriutumiseen perustuvaa palkanosaa. Aloittelevan väitöskirjatutkijan tyypillinen palkka on n. 2600–2900 € /kk, ja se nousee kokemuksen ja opintojen edistymisen mukaan.
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Hakuohjeet
Jätäthän hakemuksesi yliopiston sähköisellä hakulomakkeella (linkki löytyy tämän ilmoituksen alta). Hakuaika tehtävään päättyy 17.04.2024 klo 23.59. Kirjoita hakemuksesi englanniksi ja liitä pyydetyt liitteet hakemuksellesi PDF-muodossa.
Ilmoita hakemuksessasi, mistä tämän haun tutkimusaiheesta olet ensisijaisesti kiinnostunut ja oletko kiinnostunut myös muista tutkimusaiheista.
Liitäthän hakemukseesi vain seuraavat liitteet:
- Saatekirje, jossa kerrot miksi haet tehtävää ja esittelet sinua kiinnostavat tutkimusaiheet (enintään 2 sivua)
- Ansioluettelo Tutkimuseettisen neuvottelukunnan (TENK) ansioluettelomallin mukaisesti (sisältäen tiedot kahdesta suosittelijasta).
- Mahdollinen julkaisuluettelo osana ansioluetteloa
- Kopio viimeisimmästä korkeakoulututkinnosta sisältäen opintosuoritusrekisteriotteen (suomeksi, ruotsiksi tai englanniksi)
Lisätietoja antaa:
Projektit 1 ja 2: Prof. Teemu Ojanen, teemu.ojanen (at) tuni.fi,
Projekti 3: Prof. Lasse Laurson, lasse.laurson (at) tuni.fi,
Projekti 4: Prof. Esa Räsänen, esa.rasanen (at) tuni.fi
Projekti 5: Prof. Jaakko Akola, jaakko.akola (at) tuni.fi
