Two Doctoral Positions in Physics
(part-time 75 %, E 13 TV-L)
Reference number: 2023/154. The start date is September 1, 2023 or by agreement. The position is available for 4 years.
The University of Konstanz is one of the eleven Excellence Universities in Germany. Since 2007 it has been successful in the German Excellence Initiative and its follow-up programme, the Excellence Strategy.
Applications are invited for doctoral researchers starting in September 2023 or upon mutual agreement in Condensed Matter Theory and Quantum Information.
The doctoral researchers will investigate the physics of spin qubits, high-fidelity gate operations, and error mitigation with spin qubits.
Your Responsibilities
- Research in theoretical modelling and characterization of spin qubits, quantum coherent control, exploration of quantum gate operations, and theoretical investigation of crosstalk effects between active qubits
Your Competencies
- Master's degree in theoretical physics
- Experience in at least one of the following research areas: Condensed matter theory, Quantum information and quantum computation, Theory of solid-state qubits, Open quantum systems, Semiconductor physics, Physics of quantum dots
We Offer
- Good development opportunities, extensive training and an attractive remuneration package
- Thriving scientific environment within the research group
- International research collaboration with top-level European partners
- The possibility of a doctorate in physics
- Working in Konstanz with its gorgeous surroundings
Informal inquiries may be addressed to Prof. Dr. Guido Burkard Guido.Burkard@uni-konstanz.de.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae (CV), brief motivation letter, and contact details of one or two references. The application deadline is October 31, 2023, but later applications can be considered as long as the position remains open. We look forward to receiving your application via our Online Application Portal.
The University of Konstanz is committed to ensuring an environment that provides equal opportunities and promotes diversity as well as a goodbalance between university and family life. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to increase the number of women working in research and teaching. We also support working couples through our dual career programme. Persons with disabilities are explicitly encouraged to apply. Theywill be given preference if appropriately qualified (contact sbv@uni-konstanz.de, + 49 7531 88-4016).