Summary
Leiden University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position at the Leiden Institute of Physics (LION). The position offers an opportunity for researchers with a PhD in physics or related disciplines to conduct advanced research within one of the leading physics institutes in the Netherlands. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality scientific research, collaborate with international researchers, and participate in the academic environment of the Faculty of Science.
Postdoctoral Researcher Position at Leiden Institute of Physics (LION), Leiden University, Netherlands
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Postdoctoral Researcher at Leiden Institute of Physics (LION) |
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher / Postdoctoral Fellow |
| University | Leiden University |
| Institute | Leiden Institute of Physics (LION), Faculty of Science |
| Job Type | Academic Staff Position |
| Research Level | Postdoctoral Research |
| Location | Leiden, Netherlands |
| Field | Physics and related interdisciplinary areas |
| Contract Type | Full-time, fixed-term academic appointment |
| Application Deadline | As mentioned in the official vacancy announcement |
Research Area
- Physics and interdisciplinary research conducted at the Leiden Institute of Physics (LION).
- Areas may include advanced experimental and theoretical physics, quantum science, soft matter, condensed matter, optics, complex systems, and related fields depending on the research group.
Location
Leiden University
Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands
The position is based at the Leiden Institute of Physics (LION), part of the Faculty of Science at Leiden University.
Eligibility / Qualification
Candidates should typically have:
- A PhD degree in Physics or a closely related discipline.
- Strong research experience demonstrated through publications and scientific contributions.
- Ability to conduct independent research and collaborate within an international research team.
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken).
- Experience relevant to the specific research topic of the vacancy will be highly valued.
Job Description
The selected Postdoctoral Researcher will:
- Conduct high-quality research within the Leiden Institute of Physics.
- Develop and execute research projects related to the assigned scientific area.
- Publish research findings in international peer-reviewed journals.
- Present results at conferences and scientific meetings.
- Collaborate with researchers, PhD candidates, and academic staff.
- Contribute to the research activities and academic environment of LION.
Salary / Benefits
- Competitive salary according to Dutch university employment regulations.
- Full-time employment benefits, including holiday allowance, pension benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- International researchers may be eligible for additional benefits depending on Dutch regulations.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the official Leiden University recruitment portal.
Applicants generally need to submit:
- Updated CV.
- Publication list.
- Research statement or motivation letter.
- Relevant academic documents.
- Contact details of referees (if requested).
Applications must be submitted online through the vacancy webpage of Leiden University.
Last Date for Apply
If you would like more information about what the job entails, please contact Jan van Ruitenbeek, at ruitenbeek@physics.leidenuniv.nl. You can apply until September 15, 2026. You will receive a response to your application no later than two weeks after the vacancy closing
