Postdoc Positions: High-Pressure Condensed Matter Physics in Qatar

Carnegie Mellon University: Qatar

Location: Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMUQ)

Postdoctoral positions are available for research projects led by Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. The research concerns dynamic, structural, thermodynamic, transport, electrical and magnetic properties of quantum materials. The particular focus is on studies under extreme conditions of low temperature, high magnetic field and especially high pressure.

The appointment is up to 3 years, located in Doha, Qatar, with starting date of September 2026 or later.

About CMU in Qatar

CMU in Qatar (CMUQ) operates in concert with several other American and European branch campuses under the umbrella of Qatar Foundation's Education City. The branch campus closely follows the admissions requirements and English language curriculum of the home campus in Pittsburgh, USA which awards all degrees.

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field
• Mandatory strong previous experience in experimental high-pressure techniques.
• Highly independent and able to drive the research project with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of several transport, magnetic, thermodynamic and structural measurement techniques.
• Experience in neutron scattering, synchrotron x-ray studies or ARPES is an advantage.