Postdoctoral Scholar in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics

Position Description

The “Collective Dynamics and Quantum Transport” unit at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University invites applications for a postdoctoral scholar position to begin in Fall 2027. We seek highly-motivated candidates with a doctoral background in theoretical condensed matter physics and related fields. Candidates with an expertise in light-matter interactions, nonequilibirum many-body theory, quantum magnetism, open quantum systems, quantum thermodynamics, or quantum sensing are preferred. We are a theory group interested broadly in dynamical and transport phenomena in magnetic and spin systems in and out of equilibrium. The topic can be decided jointly with the PI. There will be opportunities to supervise Ph.D. students and/or Undergraduate/Master interns, collaborate with other OIST units and international theoretical/experimental research groups, travel for conferences and workshops, and apply for research fundings. OIST has several groups in condensed matter physics and quantum science, providing a stimulating research environment.

About OIST. The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University was established in 2011 to contribute to the development of science and technology worldwide and to serve as a hub of innovation in Okinawa. OIST is a dynamic new graduate university of science and technology in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan which offers a 5-year PhD program and brings together outstanding researchers from across the country and across disciplines to conduct cutting-edge scientific research. The university is located on 85 hectares of protected forestland overlooking a beautiful shoreline and coral reefs. The campus is striking architecturally, and the facilities are outstanding. To facilitate multidisciplinary research, there are no academic departments. Outstanding resources and equipment are provided and managed to encourage easy access and collaboration. English is the official language of the University, and the university research community is fully international, with more than 50 countries represented. OIST is rapidly gaining recognition in the worldwide academic community as a model for excellence in education and research, and our unwavering commitment to scientific and technological innovation is dedicated to generating progress that will fuel Okinawa's economic growth.

Benefits. In accordance with the OIST Employee Compensation Regulations, the expected Annual Salary for Postdoctoral Scholar is 4.5M-5.9M JPY. In addition, we provide

• Relocation, housing and commuting allowances
• Annual paid leave and summer holidays
• Health insurance (Private School Mutual Aid)
• Welfare pension insurance (kousei-nenkin)
• Worker's accident compensation insurance (roudousha-saigai-hoshou-hoken)
• Access to Child Development Center
• Access to Schooling Options
• Language Education
• Resource Center (Daily Life Support in Okinawa)
• Remote Work system

Employment Term. Full-time, fixed-term appointment for 2 years, with a 6-month probationary period (inclusive). This contract may be renewed by taking into consideration the performance, conduct, and behavior of the Employee and OIST’s financial and other circumstances.