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Universities with open postdoc positions in quantum optics in Germany include Matter and Light for Quantum Computing (ML4Q) Cluster of Excellence and Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg.
Matter and Light for Quantum Computing (ML4Q) Cluster of Excellence
Germany
2 weeks ago
Fully funded postdoctoral fellowship in quantum computing through the Matter and Light for Quantum Computing (ML4Q) Cluster of Excellence in Germany. The call is hosted by one of the cluster’s groups in solid-state physics , quantum optics , or quantum information science . The opportunity is aimed at researchers with a strong background in physics or a closely related field who want to build a career in quantum science. Eligibility highlights: PhD in physics or a related discipline; strong rese...
2 weeks ago
Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
Germany
2 months ago
Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) is advertising a postdoctoral position in experimental quantum computing with superconducting circuits at the Chair of Experimental Physics / Institute for Optics, Information and Photonics in Erlangen, Germany. The research team, led by Christopher Eichler , works on state-of-the-art experimental research in quantum computing , quantum information science , and quantum optics . The successful candidate will join a rapidly growing group and...
2 months ago
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Max Planck Institute of Microstructure Physics
Germany
1 month ago
The International Max Planck Research School for Science and Technology of Nano-Systems (IMPRS-STNS) is inviting outstanding Master’s graduates to apply for fully funded PhD positions in nanoscience. The positions are based at the Max Planck Institute of Microstructure Physics and the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, two institutions located on one campus in Halle (Saale), Germany. The school focuses on atomically engineered materials and next-generation nano-systems, combining world-l...
1 month ago
Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
Germany
2 months ago
PhD positions are available in experimental quantum computing with superconducting circuits at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU), in the Chair of Experimental Physics led by Christopher Eichler . The group works on state-of-the-art experimental research in quantum computing , quantum information science , and quantum optics , with a strong focus on superconducting-circuit hardware. Successful candidates will help set up a new quantum-computing laboratory and contribute to c...
2 months ago
Forschungszentrum Jülich
Germany
3 months ago
PhD project: High-Resolution Time-Resolved Microstructural Evolution Under Ion Irradiation using transmission electron microscopy (TEM). This doctoral project focuses on using Dynamic TEM (DTEM) to directly observe irreversible microstructural changes in materials during ion irradiation, with near-atomic spatial resolution and timescales from nanoseconds to microseconds. The research aims to uncover how displacement cascades form and evolve, how defects move and interact in real time, and how ir...
3 months ago
Estimated costs in Germany.
MonthlyYearly | |
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![]() Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | €5.0k $5,400/yr |
![]() Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | €662 $720/yr |
![]() Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | €552 $600/yr |
![]() Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | €828 $900/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Full Professor
Leibniz University Hannover
Germany
Quantum Physics
Quantum Mechanics
Quantum Computing
Quantum Optics
Optical Physics
Professor
RWTH Aachen University
Germany
Quantum Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Quantum Electronics
Ultracold Physics
Superconductivity
Full Professor
University of Göttingen
Germany
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Photoemission
Semiconductor Physics
Solid State Physics
Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Germany
Quantum Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Quantum Optics
Photonic
Optical Physics
Full Professor
Leibniz University Hannover
Germany
Quantum Physics
Quantum Mechanics
Quantum Computing
Quantum Optics
Optical Physics
20% Prof. W2
Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
Germany
Quantum Physics
Quantum Mechanics
Optical Physics
Photonic
Non-hermitian Systems

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The Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowship supports international researchers to carry out independent research projects in Germany with a host institution of their choice.
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