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Indiana University

Postdoctoral Fellow

Bloomington, IN · On-site

$45K - $61K/yr

Posting Details Position Details Title Postdoctoral Fellow Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track ... and moiré materials, cavity quantum materials, and/or quantum geometry and topology are ...

New York University

Post Doctoral Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated background in experimental quantum materials ... The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to one or more of the following research directions: 1. ...

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Postdoctoral Fellow

Indiana University Academic Positions

Bloomington, IN • On-site

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Posted 8 days ago

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Title Postdoctoral Fellow Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington Physics Location Bloomington Position Summary
The Department of Physic at Indiana University invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow position in the area of theoretical condensed matter physics. Applications from candidates with experience in low-dimensional quantum matter, including quantum Hall systems, van der Waals and moire materials, cavity quantum materials, and/or quantum geometry and topology are particularly welcome.
The successful applicant will be joining a vibrant department, with active theoretical and experimental research in condensed matter and AMO physics, as well as correlated condensed matter, quantum materials, driven/dissipative systems, and quantum information and simulation. The position is for one year, renewable annually contingent upon satisfactory performance and funding, with a competitive salary and benefits package, and would begin July 1, 2026 (start date is negotiable).
Applications, including a CV, a statement of research achievements and interests, and three letters of recommendation, should be submitted through the application portal located at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/31795. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Physics. Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to Prof. Herb Fertig (hfertig@iu.edu). Review of applications will start on February 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Basic Qualifications
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Physics.
Department Contact for Questions
Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to Prof. Herb Fertig (hfertig@iu.edu).
Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank Special Instructions For Best Consideration Date 02/15/2026 Expected Start Date 07/01/2026 Posting Number IU-101451-2026

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