Research Assistant / PhD Student in Physics West University of Timișoara in Romania

West University of Timișoara is advertising a fixed-term, full-time research position in Physics: Research Assistant / PhD Student. The appointment runs from 15 October 2026 to 30 September 2030, with standard working conditions and a probationary period of up to 30 days. The role is based in Timișoara, Romania, and the competition process is organized by the university’s project team selection procedure.

The position is primarily aimed at candidates in the field of Physics. The announcement also notes a related profile for a Master's student position, so the call is relevant both to PhD and Master's students, but the title explicitly includes Research Assistant/PhD Student. Applicants for the PhD track must be PhD students in Physics at West University of Timișoara. Applicants for the Master's track must be Master's students in Physics at West University of Timișoara. The stated academic expectations include advanced knowledge of Physics for PhD candidates, basic knowledge of Physics for Master's candidates, and a high level of English proficiency.

The application procedure is straightforward but time-sensitive. Files must be sent by e-mail to [email protected] between 1 and 2 October 2026, before 16:00 (Europe/Bucharest). Candidates must also provide the original application documents for validation by the deadline, at the UVT Registry, 4 Vasile Pârvan Boulevard, Timișoara. The competition includes application screening and an interview stage; the interview is scheduled for 8 October 2026 and may take place online or in person, depending on the candidate notification. Results, appeals, and final selection decisions are scheduled across 6–12 October 2026.

The submission package includes the institution’s registration form, ID copy, CV in Europass format, criminal record or self-declaration, medical certificate or self-declaration, proof of work experience if relevant, supporting documents for studies and specializations, and required declarations regarding conflicts of interest and data processing. Applicants should use the subject line specified in the notice: "Application file HEFEU Project, position .................". Further procedural details and announcements are published on the DPIFN project team selection webpage.

This is a research-oriented academic appointment in Physics at a major Romanian university, suitable for candidates already enrolled in the relevant degree programs and seeking a long-term project-linked research role with a clear application window and defined evaluation steps.