PhD Student Position (f/m/x) - IQOQI

The Institute for Quantum Optics and Quantum Information Vienna (IQOQI-Vienna) of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW), Austria`s leading non- university research and science institution, is offering a

PHD STUDENT POSITION (F/M/X)

(part-time, 30h per week)

in the Quantum Foundations and Quantum Information on the Nano- and Microscale research group led by Univ.- Prof. Dr. Markus Aspelmeyer. The Aspelmeyer group´s research objective is to investigate quantum effects of nano- and microscopic systems and their implications for the foundations and applications of quantum physics. For more information of the research activities of the group, see Aspelmeyer Group.

• Performing research along the research lines of the group

• Writing and submitting scientific articles summarizing your findings

• Supporting the group leader in writing project proposals

• Diploma or Master’s degree in Physics or a related discipline

• A strong interest in quantum foundations and quantum information theory, demonstrated e.g., by a Master thesis in these topics

• Excellent English skills

• Bachelor and Master studies certificate
• A detailed curriculum vitae including a list of publications
• A short Research Statement
• The electronic (email) contact details of at least two potential referees

to applications-iqoqi@oeaw.ac.at (mentioning Job ID: IQOQIVIE106DOC124) at your earliest convenience.

We offer an annual gross salary of € 37.773,33, according to the collective agreement of the Austrian Academy of Sciences.

The Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW) pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity. Individuals from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.