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Postdoc in Physics, Electrostatics, and Electrical Engineering at PTB Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt in Germany

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Electrical Engineering

Funding

Fixed-term full-time employment for 1 year in salary group 13 TVöD Bund.

Deadline

Oct 8, 2026

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Germany

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Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt

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Keywords

Electrical Engineering
Metrology
Electrostatics
Physics
Electronics

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Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB) in Braunschweig, Germany is recruiting a postdoc in Physics, Electrostatics, and Electrical Engineering for Department 3.5, “Explosion Protection in Energy Technology,” specifically Working Group 3.51 “Analysis and Simulation in Explosion Protection.”

The role focuses on developing charge amplifiers for measuring small electric fields, measuring the charge of particles and droplets, and developing/manufacturing electronic circuits. The successful candidate will also present and publish scientific results. This is a research-and-development position in a national metrology institute with strong emphasis on high-precision measurement technology, interdisciplinary teamwork, and applied scientific impact.

Eligibility highlights: completed university degree (Diploma/Master) and PhD in physics, electrical engineering, or a comparable engineering discipline; programming skills; solid knowledge of electrostatics and circuit design; experience translating research into innovative technology is an advantage; strong teamwork and communication skills; English at C1 level; willingness to travel for work in Germany and abroad.

Employment details: full-time, fixed term of 1 year, salary group 13 TVöD Bund.

Application: apply online via the PTB/Softgarden portal by 2026-10-08. Upload your CV, certificates, and cover letter. Email applications are not accepted. For subject-related questions, contact Dr. Holger Grosshans at [email protected].

Funding details

Fixed-term full-time employment for 1 year in salary group 13 TVöD Bund.

What's required

Completed university degree (Diploma/Master) and PhD in physics, electrical engineering or a comparable engineering discipline; programming skills; solid knowledge of electrostatics and circuit design; experience translating research results into innovative technology is an advantage; teamwork and communication skills; English at C1 level; willingness to travel on business, including in Germany and abroad.

How to apply

Apply online via the PTB/Softgarden application portal using the 'ONLINE BEWERBEN' button. Upload CV, certificates, and cover letter; email applications are not accepted.

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