Overview

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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