PhD Openings: Theoretical GravNet & Gravitational Waves

IFAE; Cerdanyola del Vallés; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

IFAE in Barcelona, Spain invites applications for two PhD positions in the theoretical physics group, GravNet project. The positions start Spring 2027 and run for four years, funded by the ERC Synergy GravNet.

They will involve modeling detector responses, simulations, and exploring quantum sensing strategies to optimize high-frequency gravitational wave searches. Applicants should hold a Master in Physics or related field and meet the University of Barcelona's PhD admissions by start; submit a

Qualifications

• Master degree in Physics or related topics.
• Must satisfy the requirements to be admitted in the Physics PhD program of the UAB by the start of the position.
• CV with full list of University Grades and two Reference Letters.

Responsibilities

• Develop theoretical models for searches of high frequency gravitational waves in cavities and other laboratory devices.
• Model and simulate detector response and sensitivity, explore network configurations and sensing strategies.
• Collaborate with GravNet-IFAE group and other project partners to design and optimize the research program.

Education

Master Degree in Physics or related topics

Job description

IFAE in Barcelona, Spain invites applications for two PhD positions in the theoretical physics group, GravNet project. The positions start Spring 2027 and run for four years, funded by the ERC Synergy GravNet.

They will involve modeling detector responses, simulations, and exploring quantum sensing strategies to optimize high-frequency gravitational wave searches. Applicants should hold a Master in Physics or related field and meet the University of Barcelona's PhD admissions by start; submit a