Přehled
Field: Physics of Nanostructures
University: University of Ostrava
Location: Ostrava, Czech Republic
Advisor: Dr. Matúš Dubecký
Contact: matus.dubecky@osu.cz
Publication profile
Tentative Thesis Title:
Advanced Quantum Monte Carlo Simulations of Strongly Correlated Electron Systems
What We Offer:
· A fully-funded PhD position (no tuition fees)
· Initial net monthly salary of 25,000 CZK (~1,000 EUR/month), corresponding to approximately 34,000 CZK gross
- Includes medical and social insurance, 30 days of vacation, 5 sick days, and meal support
- This is a guaranteed minimum; the total monthly income may increase based on performance (e.g. publication bonuses, additional scholarships)
- The initial salary corresponds to the average PhD scholarship in the Czech Republic and covers standard living expenses
· Membership in the Nanostructure Physics Group
· Funded travel support for attending conferences, workshops, or research visits
· Access to state-of-the-art supercomputing facilities
· Opportunities to engage in teaching activities
· Involvement in the Life & Environment Research Center Ostrava project, specifically within Research Program 3 – Modeling and Simulations
Requirements:
· A Master’s degree in physics, computational physics, materials science, quantum chemistry, or related disciplines
· Strong background in computational and theoretical methods
· Proven programming skills (object-oriented programming, Python, C/C++)
· Experience with atomistic simulations using quantum chemistry or plane-wave codes (e.g., Gaussian, GAMESS, Quantum Espresso, VASP)
· Proficient English communication skills (oral and written)
· Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Application Must Include:
· Detailed CV
· Publication list
· Cover letter detailing research interests, motivation, relevant expertise, and other pertinent information
· Names of two referees who can provide letters of recommendation
· Completed form outlining experiences beyond academic requirements (Download PDF or DOCX)
· Applications missing any of the mandatory documents will not be considered
Optional Attachments:
· Scans of diploma and diploma supplement
· Diploma thesis with supervisor’s and opponent’s assessments (PDF)
· Supervisor’s evaluation of applicant’s cooperation (signed PDF with contact details)
· Letters of recommendation (signed PDFs)
· Proof of English proficiency (ideally internationally recognized certificate)
Admission Procedure:
Application Deadline: August 8, 2025
Submission Email: nano@osu.cz
Mandatory Email Subject: “PhD in Electronic Structure QMC”
· Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted after the deadline and invited to submit the official application along with payment of the application fee (800 CZK).
· Shortlisted applicants will receive a relevant research article to study within one week, to assess their background, interest, and alignment with the project.
· Informal video interviews will be conducted.
· Further steps will be communicated individually.
We look forward to receiving your application!