Postdoctoral Students in Physics

University of Gothenburg

University: University of Gothenburg, Department of Physics
Reference Number: PAR 2026/37
Position Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (4 years)
Start Date: 1 August 2026 (or by agreement)
Application Deadline: 1 March 2026

University Overview

  • 58,000 students and 6,800 employees

  • Main campus in Gothenburg, co-located with Chalmers University of Technology

  • Department of Physics has ~120 staff and research groups in Atomic & Molecular Physics, Condensed Matter & Spintronics, and Complex Systems & Biophysics

  • Part of the Gothenburg Physics Centre, fostering national and international collaborations

Project Overview / Duties

  • PhD in condensed matter theory and statistical physics, joining the research group of Johannes Hofmann

  • Focus on hydrodynamic transport in electron and electron-phonon systems

  • Apply kinetic theory, both numerically and analytically, to study charge and heat transport

  • Doctoral studies: 4 years full-time leading to a PhD

  • Up to 20% departmental duties (teaching, research, administration) allowed

Eligibility Requirements

General Eligibility:

  • Completed second-cycle (Master’s) degree, or equivalent knowledge (≥240 credits with ≥60 at second-cycle level)

  • Command of spoken and written English (TOEFL iBT ≥79 or equivalent)

Specific Eligibility:

  • Master’s in natural sciences or equivalent (physics, theoretical physics, condensed matter, statistical physics, atomic physics)

  • Experience with analytical and numerical calculations is preferred

  • Interest or experience in many-body physics or quantum theory is a plus

Employment Terms

  • Fixed-term, 4-year full-time employment

  • Department applies local agreement on salaries for doctoral students

  • Physical presence in Gothenburg required

  • International applicants need a valid residence permit for studies in Sweden

Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted online via University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal.

Required Documents:

  1. Motivation letter (max 2 pages)

  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  3. Bachelor’s and Master’s thesis (if available)

  4. Copies/transcripts of exam certificates

  5. Contact details for at least two referees

Deadline: 1 March 2026

Contact Information

Dr. Johannes Benedict Hofmann – Senior Lecturer
Email: johannes.hofmann@physics.gu.se
Webpage: Department of Physics

Additional Info for International Applicants

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