PhD position in Condensed Matter Theory, Gothenburg University, Sweden (Deadline: 01.03.2026)

We are inviting applications for one PhD position in condensed matter theory and statistical physics to join the research group of Johannes Hofmann at the University of Gothenburg. The admitted doctoral student will be part of a small, active theory group with close supervision and international collaborations.

The PhD project aims to develop advanced statistical methods based on kinetic theory, utilizing both numerical and analytical approaches, to study charge and heat transport in electron and electron-phonon gases. The project will focus on hydrodynamic transport–a recently observed mode of transport driven by dominant interactions–in both solid-state systems and atomic quantum gases.

Doctoral studies comprise four years of full-time study, and lead to a doctoral degree.

As part of your employment as a doctoral student, you may have departmental duties corresponding to up to 20 % of full-time employment, distributed throughout your study period, and result in a corresponding extension of the studies. Departmental duties usually consist of teaching at first- and second-cycle levels, but may also include research and administration.