Lecturer in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics

About the role

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at UCL aims to appoint a Lecturer in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics.

We are particularly interested in candidates whose research complements the experimental research interests of the Condensed Matter and Materials Physics (CMMP) group at UCL. These largely focus on the fundamental investigation of order and excitations in solid and liquid phases, superconductors, semiconductors, disordered states, surfaces and interfaces, as well as the development of new condensed matter systems and applications. The CMMP group has strong links with the London Centre for Nanotechnology and with major national facilities, , ISIS Neutron and Muon Source and Diamond Light Source. Candidates should either be specialists in experimental method development or users of experimental techniques as part of a broader research programme.

The primary task of the person appointed will be to conduct an original research programme that aspires to the highest levels of scholarship. The post holder will also contribute to the teaching programme in the Department of Physics & Astronomy and perform the normal administrative duties expected of a member of academic staff.

This role meets the requirements for a Skilled Worker certificate of sponsorship or Global Talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.

About you

The successful candidate should have a Degree and Doctorate in Physics or a closely related discipline, carried out at least one period of successful postdoctoral research in a leading academic, national facility or industrial group, demonstrated a clear track record of international research excellence in a relevant area of Physics and a record of outstanding and original research publications in leading scientific journals.

Moreover, you should be able to conduct an independent research programme that reaches to the highest level of scholarship and be able to teach physics to undergraduates and postgraduate students.

Candidates will need to upload a CV (including a list of publications), cover letter, a statement of research interests and plans description of the research plan you propose to pursue at UCL, including how the proposed research would contribute to the Department’s research profile, its resource requirements and how these would be met, and the likely outcomes and timescales (3 pages maximum), and the contact information for three references.

Informal enquiries regarding the vacancy can be made to: Prof Jochen Blumberger,

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits, some of which are below:

• 41 days’ holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)
• Option to purchase 5 additional days’ annual leave
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, and immigration loan
• Relocation support for eligible posts
• On-site nursery and gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Staff Support Service (employee assistance programme)
• Discounted medical insurance