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Within the Cluster of Excellence, materials and models for topological states of matter are investigated, with a focus on correlated electron systems, unconventional superconductivity, frustrated magnetism, and topological photonics. Possible fields of work include: Experimental condensed matter physics (3 positions), Theoretical condensed matter physics (3 positions) and Inorganic chemistry (1 position). The research activities planned within the Cluster of Excellence include: Synthesis of novel materials; crystal growth; measurement of thermodynamic and transport properties – including under extreme conditions; neutron, electron, and X-ray spectroscopy; nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) studies; ab initio investigations and numerical simulations of microscopic models; calculation of thermodynamic and transport properties using microscopic or field-theoretical methods. Close collaboration with associated research groups is expected, as well as supervision of project-related student theses (Bachelor’s and Master’s level).

• an excellent academic university degree including a doctoral degree (PhD), preferably in physics or chemistry
• a strong interest in fundamental research
• ability to work effectively in a team and strong organizational skills
• proficiency in written and spoken English and German
• ideally, experience with experiments or modelling of topological or magnetic materials, or photonic micro- and nanostructures

TUD strives to employ more women in academia and research. We therefore expressly encourage women to apply. The university is a family-friendly university. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. If multiple candidates prove to be equally qualified, those with disabilities or with equivalent status pursuant to the German Social Code IX (SGB IX) will receive priority for employment.
Application: Please submit your detailed application with the usual documents (resume, qualifications, transcripts, and certificates) by April 15, 2026 (stamped arrival date of the university central mail service or the time stamp on the email server of TUD applies), preferably via the TUD SecureMail Portal https://securemail.tu-dresden.de by sending it as a single pdf file to ctdqmat@tu-dresden.de or to:
TU Dresden, Fakultät Physik, Institut für Theoretische Physik, Prof. Dr. Matthias Vojta, Helmholtzstr. 10, 01069 Dresden, Germany.
Please submit copies only, as your application will not be returned to you. Expenses incurred in attending interviews cannot be reimbursed.

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About ctd.qmat: The Cluster of Excellence ctd.qmat – Complexity, Topology and Dynamics in Quantum Matter — at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg and Technische Universität Dresden explores and develops novel quantum materials with tailored properties. Around 300 researchers from over 30 countries work at the interface of physics, chemistry, and materials science to lay the foundations for tomorrow’s technologies. In 2026, the cluster entered the second funding period of the German Excellence Strategy of the Federal and State Governments — with an expanded focus on the dynamics of quantum processes.

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