The selected candidate will work on cutting edge technologies in an excellent research environment, within the newly established Quantum Lab. The Center possesses the unique possibility to investigate cutting-edge interdisciplinary questions within the theoretical and experimental aspects of Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Science and Engineering, from various points of view. The selected candidate will also have great opportunities to work on interdisciplinary research problems with other postdocs of the center.
We also expect successful applicants to do cutting-edge interdisciplinary research and work in synergy towards improving the collaborations and connections among the different areas. Ability to work and connect to more than one topic and having interdisciplinary perspective is an advantage, but disciplinary applications will be considered as well having a focus and in-depth expertise in a particular topic mentioned above.
Applicants should meet the following qualifications and possess relevant expertise:
- A PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field, with specialization and expertise in Quantum Chemistry, NMR, or NV-centers, with at least 3 years of experience in the relevant field.
- In this role, the candidate will be responsible for conducting research in the Quantum Lab, designing quantum experiments in the above areas leading to advancement in the field.
The appointment will be for a period of two years, and extensions to longer terms are possible upon review.
The terms of employment for these positions include a very competitive salary with additional attractive benefits, including generous housing allowance, medical insurance with access to world class facilities, annual home leave allowance, and (if applicable) dependent private school fees. Salaries are tax-free in the UAE (for US tax, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion can be used). The researchers will have dedicated funds for traveling, computing, publications, etc. and will have access to excellent world-class research facilities.
The preferred starting date is Fall 2026, but earlier dates are also possible based on the excellence of the candidate and the processing steps. Review of applications will start on July 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript, publication list, a brief statement of research interests, and three letters of recommendation. Applicants are strongly encouraged to outline (in the cover letter and/or research statement) how they plan to contribute to create interdisciplinary connections within the research areas of the center.
Questions regarding specifics for this position may be directed to Prof. Hisham Sati hsati@nyu.edu
