Fachbereich Physik - Institut für Theoretische Physik

Freie Universität Berlin; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

TV-L FU salary

Vacation days 30

Closed office holidays

Sports program

Health promotion

Library access

Corporate Benefits

Zusammenfassung

Freie Universität Berlin's Dahlem Center for Complex Quantum Systems is seeking a Research Assistant (praedoc) in theoretical solid-state physics, with a focus on quantum transport in chiral superconductors. The position supports an externally funded project within the Center for Chiral Electronics (CCE).

The role involves contributing to research on chiral forms of superconductivity and magnetism and offers the possibility to pursue a Ph.D. in the physics department.

Qualifikationen

• Completed graduate degree (Master’s/Diploma) in Theoretical Physics.
• Applicants must meet the requirements for admission to the Ph.D. program in the Department of Physics at Freie Universität Berlin.
• Excellent knowledge of theoretical solid-state physics.

Aufgaben

• Conduct research in theoretical physics with a focus on chiral forms of superconductivity and magnetism.
• This externally funded research project offers the opportunity to pursue a Ph.D.

Kenntnisse

Theoretical solid-state physics

Quantum transport

Superconductivity

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Theoretical Physics

Jobbeschreibung

Research Assistant (praedoc) (f/m/d) (DM-PHY-912)

The Dahlem Center for Complex Quantum Systems (DCCQS) at Freie Universität Berlin is seeking to fill a position as a Research Associate (praedoc) (m/f/d) in the field of theoretical solid-state physics with a focus on quantum transport in chiral superconductors. The position is funded by the Cluster of Excellence Center for Chiral Electronics (CCE).

The center’s research focus is on quantum-theoretical solid-state physics in its entirety.

The CCE Cluster of Excellence is an interdisciplinary research project within the framework of Germany’s Excellence Strategy. Since January 2026, the consortium has been conducting research on chiral materials to develop the next generation of extremely fast and energy-efficient electronics.

What You Can Expect in Your New Role

The scope of responsibilities includes research in the field of theoretical physics with a focus on chiral forms of superconductivity and magnetism.

This externally funded research project offers the opportunity to pursue a Ph.D.

Key Requirements

• Completed graduate degree (Master’s/Diploma) in Theoretical Physics.
• Applicants must meet the requirements for admission to the Ph.D. program in the Department of Physics at Freie Universität Berlin.
• Excellent knowledge of theoretical solid-state physics.

Benefits and Other Advantages

• Salary in line with the collective agreement for the civil service at the state level (TV-L FU), plus additional one-off annual payment
• Thirty days of vacation (based on a five-day working week)
• Office closed on December 24 and December 31
• Opportunity to participate in University Sports Center courses and the health promotion program
• Free use of the Freie Universität library system
• Exclusive deals for products and services through Corporate Benefits