Postdoctoral Fellow in Condensed-Matter Physics

The Condensed-Matter Physics Laboratory in Moscow, Russia invites applications for postdoctoral research positions in the field of condensed-matter physics.

Condensed-Matter Physics Laboratory was established in 2016 and conducts research in theoretical and experimental condensed-matter physics in close collaboration with researchers from such academic institutions as the Landau Institute for theoretical physics, Kapitza Institute for physical problems, Institute for solid-state physics, Institute of spectroscopy, Lebedev Physical Institute. For more information about our research activities and staff members, visit the web-site of the lab (where you can also find our contact details for specific questions concerning this announcement).

Requirements

• Candidates must hold a recent PhD in the field of Physics which was awarded over the last 5 years or received before starting work at HSE in a relevant field by an internationally recognized university and has been assessed by external reviewers as having the potential to pursue research that is publishable in leading peer-reviewed journals;
• Established research record in condensed-matter physics;
• For experimentalists experience in the following areas is desirable: ARPES, nanofabrication, low and ultra-low temperatures, graphene, topological insulators, RF-measurements; contact us for more information;
• • Fluent English  is an obligatory condition as research and other activities are conducted in English. Knowledge of Russian is not required;
    
  • Relevant experience will be an asset although not required.

The position involves:

• joining one of the research groups in the laboratory
• the researcher is encouraged to pursue his/her own research in parallel with working on a research project of the Laboratory in the following areas:

• writing research papers for international peer-reviewed journals
• participation in organization of the events and other contributions to the lab’s development
• public presentations of candidate’s own research to the researchers in the field and the broader academic community
• some teaching is encouraged, though not required.

Conditions

Appointments are made for one year. Postdoctoral fellows have high opportunity of renewal of the contract (no more than two times) in case of outstanding performance.

HSE University offers postdoctoral fellows a competitive salary, the standard medical insurance plan; a working space equipped with a computer and free Internet access at the University.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted online. Please provide a CV, a statement of research interest and a recent research paper submitted via the online application form. At least two letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the International Faculty Recruitment Office at fellowship@hse.ru before the application deadline. Please note that direct applications to the hiringcenter may not be reviewed.

Read more about the application process here.

The deadline for the applications is January 31, 2026

Apply now

For more information:

• about the Postdoctoral Fellowship -Frequently Asked Questions
  
• about HSE university –official web-site
  
• about the Condensed-matter physics Laboratory–  cmp.hse.ru
  
• about international specialists' life in Moscow -International Faculty Support page

If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact the International Faculty Recruitment Office at fellowship@hse.ru