Research Support Technician (2026PILIFRUA178)

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona; España; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona seeks a researcher to assist in developing theoretical models and quantum simulation tools for light-matter interaction using Bohmian mechanics, focusing on THz-frequency quantum devices.

The role requires an official BSc in Science or Engineering, advanced Python/MATLAB skills, and strong English, with research publications in relevant fields.

Qualifications

• Official BSc in Science or Engineering.
• Advanced programming tools (Python, MATLAB).
• Fluent in English.
• Research experience in fields related to light-matter interaction, high frequency electronic devices or Bohmian mechanics.
• Publications in specialized journals and conferences.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing theoretical models and quantum simulation tools for systems with strong light-matter interaction using Bohmian mechanics.
• Work on quantum devices operating at THz frequencies.
• Contribute to research publications and presentations.

Skills

Fluent English

Research experience

Education

BSc in Science or Engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Organisation/Company Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona Department Research Management/Strategic Projects Research Field Engineering » Electronic engineering Researcher Profile Other Profession Positions Research Support Positions Application Deadline 27 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Hours Per Week 26,5 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Reference Number PID2024-161603NB-I00 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Job position

To assist in the development of theoretical models and quantum simulation tools of systems with a strong light-matter interaction, using Bohmian mechanics for applications in quantum devices of working at THz frequencies. etc.

Job position requirements (skills/languages/required experience)

• - Official BSc in Science or Engineering.
• - Advanced programming tools (Python, MATLAB)
• - Fluent in English
• - Research experience. In particular, within the fields of systems with strong-light matter interaction, high frequency electronic devices or Bohmian mechanics.
• - Publications in specialized journals and conferences.

The candidate will receive a gross salary per year of 27.607,40€ during the contract period (18 months).

Eligibility criteria

• - Curriculum vitae of the applicant (25): Generic Msc and BSc (5). MSc & BSc in Physics, Nanoscience or electronic devices (25)
• - Academic transcript (15): Formula (GPA_BSc*0.8 + GPA_MSc*0.2)*1.5
• - Languages (15): English C1 (15), English B2 (5)
• - Experience (35): General experience (10). Experience in strong-light matter interaction, high frequency electronic devices and Bohmian mechanics (35)
• - Programming (10): Knowledge of Python, MATLAB: 10

Selection process

The selection process will consist on the evaluation of the research CV and, if needed, an interview with the candidate

Programmes: Terahertz Radiatión interacting with electrons in semiconductors: towards emerging quantum technologies - PID2024-161603NB-I00 , funded by MICIU/AEI/10.13039/501100011033 y por FEDER, UE