Open Postdoc Positions in the “Many-Body Open Quantum Systems (MB-OpenQS)” Unit

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
📍 Onna, Okinawa, Japan 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 04, 2026

Job Description

Responsibilities

The successful candidates will lead high-caliber theoretical research in many-body open quantum systems in collaboration with the Unit’s PI, Farokh Mivehvar, and other members of the Unit. Systems of interest generally include hybrid quantum light-matter systems such as atomic and molecular cavity QED as well as cavity-QED materials. The successful candidates are expected to publish high-impact journal articles based on their research findings and to present them at national and international conferences frequently.

Qualifications
  • in physics or related fields.
  • Strong background in quantum mechanics, quantum optics, cavity QED and open quantum systems, atomic and molecular physics, condensed-matter physics, and/or many-body analytical and numerical techniques.
  • Proven track record (, multiple high-impact publications, prizes, etc.).
  • Ability to think, plan, and conduct research independently, as well as to work a...
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    Job Details

    • Location Onna, Okinawa
    • Job Type Full-time
    • Category Life Scientists
    • Posted Date July 04, 2026
    • Application Deadline August 13, 2026