Visiting Professor in Physics

About the role

The Division of Physics and Applied Physics (PAP) in the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences at Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is seeking a Visiting Professor in Physics with expertise in strongly correlated electron systems, unconventional superconductivity and quantum materials. The appointment is based at the NTU Main Campus and involves collaboration with PAP colleagues on a research programme.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with PAP colleagues on the programme "Local Control of Emergent Quantum States in Correlated Quantum Materials", investigating local manipulation of electronic ground states via spatially varying strain fields from surface acoustic waves or standing ultrasonic modes, with particular attention to materials near bandwidth-controlled Mott transitions.
• Explore whether dynamically generated strain can control correlated electronic phases and study phase coexistence and non-equilibrium phenomena.
• Consider the manipulation and dynamics of topological defects under electrical current pulses, strain fields and related perturbations.
• Help assess the feasibility of these approaches, identify promising experimental directions and develop opportunities for sustained research collaboration.
• Contribute to the academic life of the school through one or two research seminars on topics related to the candidate's expertise, and discuss with faculty members and research students.

Required profile

• A Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related discipline.
• An internationally recognised record of research in condensed matter physics, particularly strongly correlated electron systems, unconventional superconductivity, quantum criticality or related quantum materials.
• A strong record of original research contributions and publications in leading international journals.
• Experience in developing and leading collaborative research programmes.
• Experience in low-temperature transport measurements, high-pressure studies, magnetic or electronic phase transitions and the investigation of emergent quantum states is particularly relevant.

Applications are made according to NTU's recruitment procedures; all applications are kept confidential and only shortlisted candidates are notified.