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PhD Position: Machine Learning for Analysis of Scattering Data

Join Universität Tübingen to develop machine learning tools for X-ray and neutron scattering data analysis.

Best for:Best for computer science or physics graduates with a strong background in machine learning and data analysis.

Universität Tübingen · Tübingen, Germany · R1 · First-stage researcher
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Machine LearningX-ray ScatteringNeutron ScatteringData AnalysisApplied Physics
Deadline
Dec 1, 2026
47 days
Funding
—
Temporary
Start date
immediately
Full-time
Location
Tübingen
Germany

Overview

The Institute of Applied Physics at Universität Tübingen invites applications for a PhD position within the research group led by Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Frank Schreiber. The successful candidate will focus on creating innovative machine learning strategies to efficiently analyze large datasets generated from molecular and biological scattering experiments. Working within an international team, the researcher will develop software tools for surface-sensitive techniques like X-ray Reflectivity and Grazing-Incidence Wide-Angle X-ray Scattering. Applicants are expected to contribute to top-level scientific experiments, integrate software into computational environments, and present results at conferences and in publications.

PhDMachine LearningX-ray ReflectivityGIWAXSCondensed MatterTübingenPhysics

What you'll do

  • Develop machine learning-based tools to analyze data from surface-sensitive scattering techniques including X-ray Reflectivity and Grazing-Incidence Wide-Angle X-ray Scattering
  • Contribute to scattering data analysis and support data and metadata formats developed within the research group
  • Integrate developed software into existing computational environments and data handling routines
  • Present scientific findings at international conferences and through academic publications

Requirements

Degree required: Master Degree or equivalent

Degree offered: PhD

Language: English; good working proficiency

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Proficiency in machine learning and data analysis methodologies
  • Experience with software development for scientific data processing
  • Familiarity with computational environments and data handling routines
  • Strong communication and collaborative skills for working in an international team
Nice to have
Prior experience with X-ray or neutron scattering dataKnowledge of surface-sensitive scattering techniques such as XRR or GIWAXSBackground in physics, physical chemistry, or computer science

Funding & terms

Type
Unknown
Amount
—
Duration
Temporary
Programme
Not funded by a EU programme

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-12-01 (Europe/Berlin)

Prepare a single PDF file containing your cover letter detailing your motivation and skills, your CV, and your transcript of records. Send the complete application file via email to the designated address with the appropriate subject line.

Documents required
  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • Transcript of records
✉Apply by email

Contact

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Prof.
Frank Schreiber
Institut für Angewandte Physik
Lab
Frank Schreiber Research Group
Universität Tübingen
Not funded by a EU programmeGermany
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