Postdoctoral Fellow in Machine Learning in Statistical Physics

Laboratory for Computational Physics, MIEM, Moscow, Russia

The Laboratory of Computational Physics in Moscow, Russia invites applications for postdoctoral research positions in the application of machine learning in statistical physics with a focus on systems with complex energy landscape.

Requirements

The general requirements for the postdoctoral fellowship positions are the following:

●      Candidates must hold a recent PhD in the field of statistical physics, computational physics, machine learning or related areas 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;

●      Candidates should have a strong background in one of the area: statistical physics, computational physics, parallel algorithms, machine learning, neural networks, ability to work in team and conduct research in specific programs.

●       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:

●      working under the direct supervision of Professor Lev Shchur, head of the lab;

●      participants are encouraged to pursue their own research along with working on Laboratory of Computational Physics research projects such as:

Supercomputer modeling and AI methods in topical problems of physics and complex systems.

●      writing research papers for international peer-reviewed journals in co-authorship with the members of the Lab;

●      participation in the events of the Lab Department of applied mathematics, and other contribution to the Lab’s development;

●      public presentations of candidate’s own research to the 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.

The Laboratory of Computational Physics offers access to its digital library and to the supercomputing resources of HSE 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 hiringLaboratory for Computational Physics may not be reviewed.

Read more about the application process here.

The deadline for the applications is February 9, 2025

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For more information:

-         about Postdoctoral Fellowship -Frequently Asked Questions

-         about HSE university –official web-site

-         about the Laboratory for Computational Physics – official web-site   https://comphys.hse.ru/ or contact Lev Shchur at lshchur@hse.ru directly

-         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