PhD Positions in analog quantum computing experiments

European Commission; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Department of Physics at a leading university in Germany offers two PhD positions focusing on quantum mechanics and experimental physics. Candidates will engage in developing technology for quantum gases and will collaborate on cutting-edge research projects, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and experimental challenges.

Qualifikationen

• University degree in physics or related subjects required.
• Ability to communicate physics both spoken and written necessary.
• Enjoyment of experimental challenges and teamwork is helpful.

Aufgaben

• Develop experimental apparatus for quantum gas production.
• Test new protocols including coupling to a bath and implementing measurements.

Kenntnisse

Experimental physics of quantum gases

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Master Degree or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company TU Dortmund University Department Physics Research Field Physics » Quantum mechanics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 31 Dec 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels) 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? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Department of Physics at TU Dortmund University offers two PhD Positions. The duration of the positions will be limited to three years. According to the public tariff regulations, the salary is based on the tariff group E13 TV-L with 75 % of the regular work time.

Ultracold atoms have established as an excellent experimental platform for analog quantum computing of quantum many-body systems. Dissipation usually appears as a problem in quantum technologies, which has to be overcome. In the project „Stabilization of crystalline and topological phases using dissipation“ within FOR 5688 we utilize the excellent isolation of our system for stabilization relevant quantum phases via controlled dissipation.

In the course of the two PhD projects, an experimental apparatus for the production of quantum gases of ultracold lithium atoms [Brüggenjürgen et al., A phase microscope for quantum gases, https://arxiv.org/abs/2410.10611 ] shall be further developed and used for testing new protocols. This includes the coupling to a bath, the implementation of local projective measurements and the preparation of stationary stead states via the transfer into different spin states.

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Research Field Physics » Quantum mechanics Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Applicants should possess a university degree in physics or related subjects.Detailled knowledge of the experimental physics of quantum gases and the ability to communicate physics spoken and written are necessary. Enjoyment of experimental challenges and team work are helpful.

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Additional Information

Additional comments

The starting date is flexible. The TU Dortmund University promotes diversity and equal opportunities. Convince us with your personality and expertise. Applications from women will be given preferential treatment in accordance with the legal regulations. It is pointed out that the application of suitable severely disabled persons is desired. Complete applications including a cover letter, CV, a max. two-page outline of research interests, certificates and at least two contacts for further references should be sent to [e-mail] .