Prof. Wang YAO is a Chair Professor of Physics in University of Hong Kong, and a New Cornerstone Investigator. He is leading a theory group working in an interdisciplinary area across condensed matter physics, quantum physics, and optical physics, with current research interest in spin and pseudospin phenomena in 2D quantum materials, moiré superlattice physics and twistronics (https://www.physics.hku.hk/~wangyao/).He has received honours including the OCPA Achievement in Asia Award, Nishina Asia Award, XPlorer Prize, Huang Kun Prize, and has been named by Clarivate Analytics in the list of "Highly Cited Researchers" in consecutive years from 2018 to 2023. He is also Fellow of American Physical Society and Fellow of Optica.

Prof. Yao’s group recruits postdoc fellows (theoretical / computational) and graduate students on regular basis. Welcome to inquire by email (wangyao@hku.hk) .

Currently, Prof. Yao’s group has the following opening for Research Assistant Professor (RAP) in Theoretical/Computational Condensed Matter Physics:

Duties and Responsibilities

· Work on projects related to 2D quantum materials and twistronics;

· Driving research activities towards defined goals in specified timeline;

· Drafting reports and presentations relevant to the projects;

· Liaising with project collaborators and partners.

Requirements

· a Ph.D. degree in physics, and adequate postdoc working experience;

· strong theoretical/computational background in one or more of the following areas: twistronics & moire superlattice physics, topological physics, quantum many-body physics, light-matter interaction;

· good interpersonal, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 2 years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

How to Apply

Applicant shall send inquiry to Prof. Wang YAO by email (wangyao@hku.hk). Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until May 10, 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Official application is through the University’s Careers site with detail instructions therein: (https://jobs.hku.hk/en/job/523844/research-assistant-professor-in-theoretical-condensed-matter-physics-in-the-department-of-physics).

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