The research group of Prof Tobias Heindel from the Department for Quantum Technology in the Faculty of Physics at the University of Münster, Germany, is seeking to fill the position of a

• This position is tied to working towards a doctorate
• Contribute to the scientific objectives and milestones of the “Vernetzt” project
• Working with microscopes, lasers, electrical instruments, cryogenic environments, programming experimental control systems and software.
• Execution, evaluation and interpretation of quantum optics experiments using semiconductor quantum dots for entangled photon generation
• Development of field-deployable demonstrators for quantum communication in optical fibers
• Setup, operation, and maintenance of quantum communication experiments in laboratory and field trials
• Publication of research results in leading international journals and presentation of results at scientific conferences
• Supervision of Bachelor's and Master's students
• Close synergetic interaction with team members at the University of Münster, external project partners, and collaborating groups.

• A graduate degree (i.e. German Diplom and/or master’s degree) in physics, or a closely related field, is required.
• Knowledge in the fields of in material science, semiconductor physics, photonics, quantum optics and quantum information science and technology are indispensable.
• Practical experience in setting up quantum optics experiments and their optimisation using state-of-the-art equipment is required.
• Ideally, relevant experimental experience in the field of solid-state-based quantum emitters, in particular epitaxial quantum dots, and/or the implementation of quantum cryptographic protocols can be demonstrated
• Experience with high-level programming languages, preferably LabVIEW and Python (or similar), is mandatory.
• Experience as a supervisor and teaching assistant capable of supervising students is desirable.
• You should be team-oriented, have good communication skills, organisational skills, scientific writing and presentation skills and the ability to work independently.
• German language skills are not a requirement, but a willingness to learn is desirable.

• Appreciation, commitment, openness and respect – values which are important to us.
• Our broad range of diverse work-time models offers great flexibility – also when working from home.
• If you have family members or young children in your care, our Family Service Office offers concrete support to help you balance your private and professional responsibilities.
• As an educational institution, we are deeply committed to offering occupational training and continuing education opportunities tailored to your individual needs.
• From A – Z, Aikido to Zumba, our sport and health programmes ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• As a university employee, you are entitled to numerous benefits afforded to public servants, e.g. an attractive company pension scheme (VBL), an annual end-of-year bonus and a position that is shielded from economic fluctuations.