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Up to 10 PhD Positions in Photonic Quantum Systems at Paderborn University Paderborn University in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Fully funded scientific staff position with salary level 13 TV-L, 75%–100% of regular working hours depending on project and research field. Position is for 3 years and includes social benefits, health insurance, pension scheme, annual bonuses, financial support for international research stays, and additional TV-L benefits.

Deadline

Dec 15, 2026

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Germany

University

University of Paderborn

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Keywords

Computer Science
Experimental Physics
Electrical Engineering
Mathematics
Theoretical Physics
Quantum Photonics
Physics

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About this position

Paderborn University in Germany is recruiting up to 10 PhD positions (Research Assistants, f/m/d) in the Graduate Program PhoQS FUTURE at the Institute for Photonic Quantum Systems (PhoQS).

The positions are in photonic quantum systems and related areas, with opportunities across experimental physics, theoretical physics, electrical engineering, computer science, and mathematics. The institute works on integrated photonic quantum technologies and is supported by a strong interdisciplinary research environment and state-of-the-art PhoQS Lab infrastructure.

This is a fully funded staff position at salary level 13 TV-L, with 75%–100% working time depending on the project. The appointment is for 3 years and includes social benefits, health insurance, pension scheme, annual bonuses, and financial support for international research stays.

Applicants should have an above-average master’s degree or equivalent in one of the relevant disciplines, strong English skills, and an interest in interdisciplinary collaboration. Experience in research related to photonic quantum systems is desirable. Candidates are expected to suggest possible supervisors (PhoQS PIs) as part of the application.

The application deadline is 15 December 2026. Apply online via the PhoQS FUTURE application portal using reference number 7432.

Funding details

Fully funded scientific staff position with salary level 13 TV-L, 75%–100% of regular working hours depending on project and research field. Position is for 3 years and includes social benefits, health insurance, pension scheme, annual bonuses, financial support for international research stays, and additional TV-L benefits.

What's required

Above-average master’s degree or equivalent in one of the involved disciplines; interest in interdisciplinary exchange and willingness to collaborate; excellent written and spoken English. Desirable: experience in research relevant to photonic quantum systems. Candidates are expected to suggest possible supervisors (PhoQS PIs) during the application process.

How to apply

Upload the application documents online using reference number 7432 via the PhoQS FUTURE application portal. Submit before 15 December 2026.

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