Doctoral Researcher (PhD) positions

Physics World; Freiburg im Breisgau; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A research institution in Freiburg is offering several doctoral researcher (PhD) positions in experimental and theoretical particle physics. The program is funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft and aims to explore areas such as the Higgs sector and dark matter searches. Candidates are required to possess an excellent master's degree in physics. Applications should be submitted electronically with the necessary documents before the deadline of January 20, 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated candidates eager to contribute to groundbreaking research.

Qualifikationen

• Candidates should have a strong background in experimental and theoretical particle physics.
• Experience in relevant research projects will be an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Conduct research in the areas of particle and astroparticle physics.
• Explore the Higgs sector and conduct precision calculations.
• Develop technologies related to particle detection.

Kenntnisse

Highly motivated

Excellent master degree in physics

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Physics

Jobbeschreibung

Research Training Group 3186

Looking for signposts towards the New Standard Model of particle physics (New SM)

Funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, the Research Training Group will start at the University of Freiburg on April 1, 2026.

Via this programme, several doctoral researcher (PhD) positions in the field of experimental and theoretical particle and astroparticle physics will be opened.

The positions are offered for 3 + 1 years. The salary will be determined in accordance with E13. The deadline for applications is January 20, 2026; however, later applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Research Programme

• Exploration of the Higgs sector (ATLAS, future colliders, theory)
• Precision calculations within the Standard Model and its extensions
• Flavour physics (LHCb)
• Searches for dark matter, new particles and new structures (XENON, XLZD, DELight, ATLAS, SHiP, theory)
• Theoretical particle cosmology (dark matter, baryogenesis of the Universe)
• Technology development (silicon and low-background detectors, federated computing structures, software and artificial intelligence)

We offer a stimulating and supportive environment based on the broad expertise in particle physics at the University of Freiburg.

We are looking for highly motivated candidates with an excellent master degree in physics.

Applications are to be sent electronically in one PDF file to [e-mail]. They should include a CV, copies of certificates of degrees, a short letter of motivation clearly specifying the field of interest, and the names and contact addresses of at least two referees.

Further information about the Research Training Group and the process of application are available on the web page: www.uni-freiburg.de/newsm

The University of Freiburg is dedicated to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation.

Applicants with disabilities will be given preferential consideration in case of equal qualification.

Contact Person

Prof. Dr. Heidi Rzehak ([e-mail] -freiburg.de)

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