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Markus Arndt

3 months ago

PhD Position in Quantum Nanophysics and Matter-Wave Interferometry at the University of Vienna University of Vienna in Austria

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Paid university assistant predoctoral position with a basic salary of EUR 3,776.10 gross per month on a full-time basis, paid 14 times per year, with possible increases for credited professional experience. The employment duration is 4 years; initially limited to 1.5 years and automatically extended to 4 years if not terminated within the first 12 months.

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Austria

University

Universität Wien

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Keywords

Chemistry
Materials Science
Optics
Mass Spectrometry
Quantum Sensing
Physics
Nanophysics

About this position

PhD opportunity in quantum nanophysics at the University of Vienna, Austria. The Quantum Nanophysics team around Prof. Markus Arndt is recruiting a University assistant predoctoral / PhD candidate for a 4-year research position in experimental physics.

The project is linked to V-QUTE and focuses on pushing the limits of matter-wave interferometry with nanoparticles, including very cold particle sources, quantum coherent beam splitters, advanced detectors, ultraviolet laser systems, quantum sensing, mass spectrometry, and biomolecular chemistry. The group works at the interface of quantum and classical physics and quantum/bio-molecular science, with strong expertise in molecular beams, ultra-high-vacuum systems, nanoparticle cooling, cluster science, optics, and laser technology.

Applicants should have a completed Master’s degree or Diploma in physics (or equivalent qualification enabling PhD enrollment at the University of Vienna). The post asks for strong experimental skills, hands-on experience in at least two relevant technical areas, and excellent English. A structured four-year Bachelor’s degree may also be considered if it qualifies for PhD admission.

This is a paid position with a gross salary of EUR 3,776.10 per month on a full-time basis (14x per year), with possible salary progression based on prior experience. The contract runs for 4 years, initially limited to 1.5 years and then automatically extended if not terminated early.

How to apply: Submit one English PDF containing your CV, research-interest statement, one-page motivation letter referencing a recent publication from quantumnano.at, and a summary of achievements. Apply through the University of Vienna jobs portal before 2026-08-24.

Funding details

Paid university assistant predoctoral position with a basic salary of EUR 3,776.10 gross per month on a full-time basis, paid 14 times per year, with possible increases for credited professional experience. The employment duration is 4 years; initially limited to 1.5 years and automatically extended to 4 years if not terminated within the first 12 months.

What's required

Applicants must have completed a Master's degree or Diploma in physics before starting, or hold an equivalent qualification that allows enrollment as a PhD student at the University of Vienna. Candidates should have extended hands-on experience in at least two of the following areas: molecular beam sources, cryogenic ultra-high-vacuum systems, nanoparticle cooling, cluster science, advanced optics, laser systems and frequency conversion, mass spectrometry, or matter-wave research. Demonstrable experimental design, construction, and troubleshooting skills are essential, and excellent written and spoken English is required. A structured four-year Bachelor's degree may also be considered if it qualifies for PhD enrollment.

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Research Interests

Condensed Matter Physics

Quantum Physics

Optical Physics

Quantum Electronics

Nanophysics