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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!

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