(part-time 75 %, E 13 TV-L)

Reference no.: 2024/252. The start date is April 1, 2025 or by agreement. The position is available initially for 3 years (with intended extension).

The University of Konstanz is one of eleven Universities of Excellence 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 April 2025 or upon mutual agreement in Condensed Matter Theory and Quantum Information.

The doctoral researcher will theoretically investigate spin-photon coupling, quantum entanglement, and high-fidelity quantum control in color centers in diamond and silicon carbide.

Your Responsibilities

• Research in theoretical modelling of spin physics in color centers, spin qubits, quantum coherent control, quantum entanglement, and spin-photon interfaces
• Investigations are part of the EIC Pathfinder research program Qu SPARC funded by the European Union

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 color centers and defects

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, .

Applications should include a curriculum vitae (CV), brief motivation letter, and contact details of one or two references.
The application deadline is Februrary 15, 2025, but later applications can be considered as long as the position remains open. We look forward to receiving your application via our .

The University of Konstanz is committed to ensuring an environment that provides equal opportunities and promotes diversity, as well as a good balance 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 . Persons with disabilities are explicitly encouraged to apply. They will be given preference if appropriately qualified (contact , + 49 7531 88-4016).