Research assistant (f/m/d) (DM-Phy-911)

Freie Universität Berlin; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Thirty days vacation

Office closed on holidays

Training and continuing education

University Sports Center

Free library access

Corporate Benefits

Zusammenfassung

The Freie Universität Berlin invites applications for a PhD position in the Emmy‑Noether group focused on Microscale and Nanoscale Physics of Topological Metals. You will conduct fundamental research in theoretical condensed matter physics and explore topological-metal nanostructures using analytical, semi‑analytical, or numerical methods.

The role requires a Master’s degree in theoretical physics, excellent knowledge of the field, and fluency in English.

Qualifikationen

• M.Sc. degree in theoretical physics or closely related field.
• Excellent knowledge in theoretical condensed matter physics.
• Strong mathematical and analytical background for quantum systems.

Aufgaben

• Conduct fundamental research in theoretical condensed matter physics.
• Investigate topological-metal nanostructures using analytical and numerical methods.
• Collaborate with internal and external research groups and organisations.

Kenntnisse

Fluency in English

Ability to penetrate into complex

Collaborate with internal and external

Ausbildung

Master's degree in theoretical physics

Strong knowledge of theoretical condensed matter physics

Tools

LaTeX

Wolfram Mathematica

Python

Jobbeschreibung

Who We Are

The PhD position is located in the Emmy‑Noether group \"Microscale and Nanoscale Physics of Topological Metals\" led by Maxim Breitkreiz. The group is part of the Dahlem Center for Complex Quantum Systems, which research focus is

The group is part of the Dahlem Center for Complex Quantum Systems, which research focus is quantum‑theoretical condensed matter physics in its fullest range.

Furthermore, the Emmy‑Noether group is involved in the transregional Collaborative Research Center CRC 183 \"Entangled States of Matter\" and the Center for Chiral Electronics. This embedding of the PhD position offers an excellent research environment with particularly diverse opportunities for a creative research practice with international collaborations, research residencies, soft‑skill workshops, participation and active organization of conferences and summer schools.

What You Can Expect In Your New Role

Within this PhD project you will conduct fundamental research within the field of theoretical condensed matter physics. Of particular interest is the exploration of topological‑metal nanostructures. Methodologically the tasks can be tackled using analytical, semi‑analytical, or numerical methods.

Key Requirements

• University degree (M.Sc. level), preferably in theoretical physics

Desirable

• Fluency in English (full professional level)


• Ability to penetrate into complex research fields


• Willingness to collaborate with internal and external research groups in experimental and theoretical physics


• Very good university degree in theoretical physics


• Excellent knowledge of theoretical condensed matter physics


• Experience with Latex, Wolfram Mathematica, Python

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


• Numerous training and continuing education options for professional and personal development


• 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

For more information you can also get in touch with Mr. Breitkreiz ([e-mail]‑berlin.de).