PhD Student Position (F*M*X)

Austrian Academy of Sciences, The Human Resource Department; Österreich; Vor Ort; EUR 40 000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institution in Austria is offering a part-time PhD Student Position in Quantum Physics. This role requires performing research, writing scientific articles, and supporting project proposals. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in physics and a strong interest in quantum foundations and theories. An annual gross salary of €39,208.82 is offered, with potential for negotiation based on qualifications and experience.

Leistungen

Voluntary social benefits

Opportunity to work independently

Qualifikationen

• Diploma or master’s degree in physics or related discipline.
• Strong interest in quantum foundations and quantum information theory.

Aufgaben

• Perform research along the research lines of the group.
• Write and submit scientific articles summarizing findings.
• Support the group leader in writing project proposals.

Kenntnisse

Strong interest in quantum foundations

Quantum information theory knowledge

Ausbildung

Master's degree in physics or related discipline

Jobbeschreibung

Austrian Academy of Sciences, The Human Resource Department

Organisation/Company Austrian Academy of Sciences, The Human Resource Department Research Field Physics » Quantum mechanics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Country Austria Application Deadline 31 Mar 2026 - 23:55 (EuropeBrussels) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Hours Per Week 30 Offer Starting Date 1 Oct 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Job ID: IQOQIVIE097PD125

The Institute for Quantum Optics and Quantum Information Vienna (IQOQI-Vienna) of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (ÖAW), Austria`s leading non- university research and science institution, is offering a PhD Student Position (F*M*X), part time, 30h per week

Your Tasks

• Performing research along the research lines of the group
• Writing and submitting scientific articles summarizing your findings
• Supporting the group leader in writing project proposals

Your Profile

• Diploma or master’s degree in physics or related discipline
• Strong interest in quantum foundations quantum information theory, demonstrated e.g., by a Master thesis in these topics

Our Offer

• A position in an innovative and internationally active environment crucial to succes
• Numerous voluntary social benefits
• Opportunity to work independently and develop personally

An annual gross salary according to the collective agreement of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW) of 39.208,82. (Depending on qualification and experience, the salary can be negotiated.)

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

• Bachelor and Master studies certificate
• A detailed curriculum vitae including a list of publications
• A short Research Statement
• The electronic (email) contact details of at least two potential referees

The Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW) pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity. Individuals from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.