Up to 10 Research Assistants (PhD Positions) in Photonic Quantum Systems
Join Paderborn University's PhoQS FUTURE Graduate Program to pursue a PhD in integrated photonic quantum technologies.
Best for:Best for master's graduates in physics, electrical engineering, computer science, or mathematics interested in photonic quantum technologies.
Overview
Paderborn University invites applications for up to 10 research assistant positions leading to a PhD within the Graduate Program PhoQS FUTURE at the Institute for Photonic Quantum Systems (PhoQS). Successful candidates will conduct interdisciplinary research across experimental and theoretical physics, electrical engineering, computer science, or mathematics. The roles involve participating in advanced research, contributing a light teaching load, and completing a doctoral thesis within a structured framework. Appointees will benefit from world-leading infrastructure, personalized support, and funding under the German TV-L collective agreement.
What you'll do
- Participate in cutting-edge research relating to various aspects of photonic quantum systems.
- Fulfill a teaching load of 3 to 4 hours per week.
- Complete a doctoral thesis within the chosen discipline aligned with relevant research areas.
- Contribute to academic dissemination by actively participating in conferences and workshops.
- Engage actively in the joint activities and training of the PhoQS FUTURE Graduate Program.
Requirements
Degree required: Above-average master’s degree or equivalent in physics, electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics, or a related discipline.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; excellent command of written and spoken English required.
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in one of the involved STEM disciplines
- Demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary research and collaboration
- Excellent command of written and spoken English
- Applicants must hold an above-average master's degree or equivalent
- Employment is governed by the Fixed Term Research Contracts Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz - WissZeitVG)
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-15
Candidates must upload their application documents, including reference to Ref. No. 7432, through the online application portal by clicking the apply button. Applicants are expected to suggest possible supervisors from the PhoQS PIs as part of their submission.
- CV
- Master's transcript and degree certificate
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