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PhD Research Assistant in Laser-Driven Fusion and X-Ray Diagnostics Technical University of Darmstadt in Germany

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PhD

Field of study

Experimental Physics

Funding

This is a temporary 75% research assistant position for three years, remunerated according to Pay Group 13 TV TU Darmstadt. The position includes standard university employee benefits, including 30 days of annual leave for full-time employment, educational leave, the LandesTicket Hessen, supplementary public-service pension provision, training opportunities, subsidised sports programs, and other university benefits. A doctoral dissertation qualification opportunity is provided.

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Nov 27, 2026

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Germany

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Technische Universität Darmstadt

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Keywords

Experimental Physics
High-energy Physics
Fusion Energy
Inertial Confinement Fusion
Physics

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About this position

The Technical University of Darmstadt is recruiting a research assistant / PhD student for the Laser-Driven Fusion Physics research group at the Institute for Applied Physics. The position is part of the BMFTR-funded TAFIS (Towards Advanced Fusion Ignition Schemes) fusion talent project and focuses on advanced diagnostics for laser-driven inertial confinement fusion.

The project aims to develop methods for producing laser-driven, focused ion beams for the fast-ignition approach to nuclear fusion. By optimizing fusion targets and laser parameters and applying advanced X-ray diagnostics, the research seeks to improve ion-beam properties and energy deposition in fusion fuel.

The doctoral researcher will develop high-resolution X-ray diagnostics for laser-driven nuclear-fusion applications and model these systems for development, optimization, and evaluation. The work also includes implementing, operating, and characterizing diagnostic systems in the TU Darmstadt laboratory and during high-energy laser–matter experiments at international large-scale research facilities.

Additional activities include planning experiments, preparing proposals, carrying out high-energy laser–matter experiments, and communicating results through scientific journal publications and conference presentations. The group combines experimental research with modeling on high-performance-computing clusters to support experiment design and data analysis.

The Laser-Driven Fusion Physics group offers an engaged, dynamic, and internationally oriented research environment working on fusion ignition schemes, laser-accelerated ion and electron beams, high-energy particle–matter interactions, and high-resolution diagnostics for high-energy-density applications. The role provides an opportunity to pursue doctoral qualification within a technically advanced experimental physics team.

Funding details

This is a temporary 75% research assistant position for three years, remunerated according to Pay Group 13 TV TU Darmstadt. The position includes standard university employee benefits, including 30 days of annual leave for full-time employment, educational leave, the LandesTicket Hessen, supplementary public-service pension provision, training opportunities, subsidised sports programs, and other university benefits. A doctoral dissertation qualification opportunity is provided.

What's required

Applicants must hold an above-average university degree at Master's or Diploma level in physics or a related field. They should have in-depth knowledge of high-precision measurement technology, particularly X-ray and particle radiation, strong programming skills such as Python or MATLAB, and experience with experimental laboratory work involving highly sensitive measuring instruments. Practical experience in experimental design and execution, modeling X-ray or particle diagnostics, and at least B2-level written and spoken German and English are additionally required, along with good knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. Scientific understanding, mechanical skills, spatial awareness, creativity, teamwork, reliability, and a goal-oriented, meticulous, independent, and motivated work style are expected.

How to apply

Apply directly online through the TU Darmstadt vacancy page using the “Apply now” option. For questions, contact Prof. Tina Ebert by email.

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