A minimum of a 2:1 first degree in a relevant discipline/subject area with a minimum 60% mark in the project element or equivalent with a minimum 60% overall module average.
The potential to engage in innovative research and to complete the PhD within 3.5 years.
A minimum of English language proficiency (IELTS academic overall minimum score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component).
The successful candidate will have a strong background in theoretical physics, a strong academic record, and will be highly motivated.
Familiarity with many body quantum physics is highly desirable.
Some experience with scientific computing is advantageous.

Fully funded PhD position in theoretical many-body quantum physics at Coventry University, Coventry, United Kingdom. The project focuses on the role of symmetry and symmetry breaking in non-equilibrium systems, investigating local dynamical symmetry restoration and breaking in closed quantum systems, using analytic and numerical methods. Start date: September 2026. Duration: Full-Time – between three and three and a half years fixed term. Application deadline: 27 May. For further details contact: ae5801@coventry.ac.uk.

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