Postdoctoral Researcher in Molecular Light-Matter Interfaces and Molecular Quantum Optics

Postdoctoral Researcher in Molecular Light-Matter Interfaces and Molecular Quantum Optics Application deadline: Monday, December 15, 2025Employer web page: Application form - Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of SciencesJob type: PostDocTags: postdocQuantum Emittersoptical cavitiesmoleculesWe are currently looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with expertise related to modelling of the optical response of materials on the atomic scale. The successful candidate (m/f/d) will join a progressive Light and matter theory group at the Institute of Physics (FZU) of the Czech Academy of Science led by Tomáš Neuman.

The team investigates light-matter interaction on the nanoscale, including the theoretical engineering of molecular emitters for quantum devices. The candidate will become a member of the QuantERA team working on the project MOLAR (MOLecular LAttice quantum electRodynamics). For more information and for submitting your application follow the link above! What will you do: Focus on the investigation of molecular emitters composed of single dye molecules or their aggregates using ab-initio methods. This will involve describing the molecule’s vibronic structure and engineering its emission properties, e.g., by controlling the molecule’s environment, creating molecular aggregates, etc. Integrate results of ab-initio calculations into models addressing light-light-matter interaction, particularly in the context of photonic lattices where collective effects related to engineered long-range optical interactions emerge. This involves developing models accounting for the dynamics of the excitations in molecular emitters coupled to structured photonic baths Participate in group meetings, preparation of manuscripts, and dissemination of results at conferences Work in an international environment and collaborate with our partners What we expect PhD in physics, chemistry, or related field Basic knowledge of ab-initio methods to address molecular excitations (e.g., Gaussian, NWChem, or any other quantum-chemistry software) Knowledge of quantum optics and related models and techniques, or interest to learn them Programming skills (e.g., Python, Matlab, FORTRAN, C, C++) Advanced English (written and spoken) Will to learn new techniques and approaches Ability to join the team within a reasonably short time Experience with advanced ab-initio modelling of molecules is an advantage Practical experience in the field of quantum optics/photonics/plasmonics is an advantage Why join us Interesting work in cutting-edge research and development of atomic-scale optics Collaboration with international partners Participation in multidisciplinary scientific projects 5 weeks of vacation + 6 days of personal leave Meal allowance, own canteen in the area After the first year of employment, contribution to pension and life insurance, contribution to recreation, culture or sports English lessons at the workplace Possibility to use the recreational facilities of the FZU in Krkonoše Outdoor sports facilities (tennis, volleyball), Multisport card, and other benefits Find out more about us - Why FZU? It´s good to know Place of work – Cukrovarnická, Prague 6 – Střešovice Start of employment ASAP Full-time 1-year contract (possible extension until the end of the duration of the QuantERA project) We expect applications by: 15 December 2025 Interested candidates are invited to apply by sending the following documents via the application form: A cover letter detailing career objectives and research interests, a curriculum vitae (CV), and transcripts of degrees/diplomas. For additional information, please get in touch with Dr. Tomáš Neuman at neuman@fzu.cz. We look forward to hearing from you! Log in or register to post comments