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Ph.D. Assistantships in Computational Condensed Matter Physics at LSU

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Computation is a rapidly emerging third method of scientific inquiry recognized by nearly all scientific societies as coequal with experiment and theory.  Our group employs many-body theoretical methods together with the world's most powerful supercomputers to study quantum many body systems including strongly correlated electronic systems exhibiting competing phases and quantum criticality, cold atoms in atomic traps, spintronic materials, and organic magnets. The complex emergent phenomena and competing phases exhibited by these systems will lead to materials with important new functionalities.  However, this complexity also makes the study of these systems resistant to conventional theoretical methods.

We are seeking several excellent candidates seeking a PhD in theoretical/computational condensed matter physics. The LSU condensed matter group has grown significantly recently with seven new hires and now totals fifteen faculty. Students will become part of a statewide NSF sponsored graduate research and education program. Specialized research-level courses will be offered, and students will work in virtual teams of computational, theoretical and experimental scientists with members at universities throughout the state of Louisiana.  Candidates may also be able to participate in an international research program working with US, German and Swiss faculty. More information may be found at http://www.phys.lsu.edu/newwebsite/research/condensed.html and http://institute.loni.org/lasigma.

Position:  The stipend is $25,000 per year (additional supplements are available for women and minorities).

Requirements:

Applicants should have a B.S., (a Diploma is preferred) in Physics, Applied Math, Computer Science or a related field. We will begin evaluating applications immediately. 

Application:

Applications must be completed before January 15, 2014 in order to be considered for admission in the fall term.  Applications should include a short outline of research interests and experience and a complete CV by email. Other application requirements (GRE, TOEFL, IELTS) are listed on http://www.phys.lsu.edu/newwebsite/graduate/instructions-advice.html and should be submitted to either the Department of Physics & Astronomy or the Graduate School. Please contact Prof. Mark Jarrell (mjarrell@lsu.edu) for inquiries about research.  All other inquiries should be sent to Carol Duran at cduran@lsu.edu. LSU is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer.  Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.