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PhD-positions in Quantum Dynamics of Many-Body Systems

We are hiring Ph.D. students in Quantum Dynamics of Many-Body Systems. The areas of research comprise fundamental aspects of the physics of quantum computing as well as phenomena in time-evolving strongly correlated systems, such as superconductors or spin chains. The methods comprise, in particular, modern computational tools operated on some of Germany's most powerful supercomputers, e.g. at the LRZ, FAU and PC2.

Your Job: You will unravel key microscopic dynamics in superconducting devices with spatial inhomogeities, be it custom tailored for quantum technology or introduced as "dirt" in the fabrication process. Within our team of distinguished physicists, experiment and theory, you will be developing cutting-edge quantum theories to model both nanoscopy concepts and the quantum dynamics in actual material systems under investigation. 

Your profile:

• A university degree (e.g. Master’s degree) in physics.
• Genuine curiosity and passion for cutting edge research. 
• Proficiency in written and spoken English. 
• Programming skills, e.g., in Python are desirable. 
• Excellent communication skills and commitment to work as part of a team.

Our Offer: We offer excellent conditions for you to complete your doctoral degree and launch a scientific career:

• A vibrant work environment at the Institute of Theoretical Physics, the research&training group on Ultrafast Nanoscopy RTG 2905, and the newly constructed Regensburg Center for Ultrafast Nanoscopy (RUN).
• Development of your personal strengths, e.g. through an extensive range of training courses; a structured program of continuing education and networking opportunities specifically for doctoral researchers. 
• Opportunity to participate in (international) conferences and project meetings
• Funding for a three-month research stay abroad. 
• Targeted services for international employees, e.g. through our International Office. 

The position is for a fixed term of 3.5 years. Pay in line with 75% of pay group 13 of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TV-L E13). The place of employment: Regensburg Center for Ultrafast Nanoscopy, Regensburg, Germany.

To apply for the positions please send your resume to Sabine Lang (sabine.lang@ur.de).

PhD-position in Quantum Theory of Ultrafast Transmission Electron Microscopy

Quantum coherent dynamics in solid-state nanostructures will play a decisive role in future quantum industries but experimental techniques to characterize such dynamics on their intrinsic time and length scales are still in their infancy. In the newly established lighthouse project “Free-electron states as ultrafast probes for qubit dynamics in solid-state platforms” at the University of Regensburg and funded by the Munich Quantum Valley initiative, the groups of Prof. Ferdinand Evers and Prof. Sascha Schäfer will address this challenge and will jointly develop the theoretical and experimental foundations for probing the quantum state of matter by femtosecond electron pulses.

Within this project and associated with the Regensburg Center for Ultrafast Nanoscopy (RUN), we seek to appoint a Research Associate (75% E13) in theoretical solid-state physics.

The University of Regensburg is an innovative and interdisciplinary campus university with over 20.000 students. Its research is highly recognized, and a wide range of degrees are offered for students from Germany and abroad.

The University aims to raise the number of its female researchers and explicitly encourages applications by qualified females. Furthermore, support to families is offered to meet the demands of the workplace (see www.uni-regensburg.de/chancengleichheit for more information).

Applicants with a disability are given preferential consideration in case of equal qualification. Please indicate any disability already at the application stage.
Also please note that any costs arising from a possible interview cannot be reimbursed.
 

Your tasks include:

• Develop a theoretical model that can describe electronic excitations (“exciton”) within a controllable electromagnetic environment (cavity).

• Numerical simulations of the electron dynamics in the presence of a light field using this model.

• Understanding ultrafast transmission experiments based on simulation results.

Your qualifications:

• Excellent master thesis in theoretical physics, preferably with a condensed matter background.

• Experience in computational methods of quantum physics.

• Experience in data analysis and physical modeling.

• Strong communication and writing skills.

We offer:

• A creative and innovative research environment with a particular focus on instrumental developments

• A diverse research team with experimental and theoretical physicists

• Renumeration and benefits according to 75% E13

The University of Regensburg is an innovative and interdisciplinary campus university with over 20.000 students. Its research is highly recognized, and a wide range of degrees are offered for students from Germany and abroad.

The University aims to raise the number of its female researchers and explicitly encourages applications by qualified females. Furthermore, support to families is offered to meet the demands of the workplace (see www.uni-regensburg.de/chancengleichheit for more information).

Applicants with a disability are given preferential consideration in case of equal qualification. Please indicate any disability already at the application stage.
Also please note that any costs arising from a possible interview cannot be reimbursed.

Applications (including cover letter and CV) should be sent as one PDF file to ferdinand.evers@ur.de.