Research fellow (m/f/d) in project ATOMAQUA

Organisation/Company Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Department Physics Research Field Physics » Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 12 Aug 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Country Germany Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 39,4 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by the EU programme Reference Number DR/114/26 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences - Department of Physics

Research fellow (m/f/d) in project ATOMAQUA with expected full-time employment - E 13 TV-L HU ( third-party funding limited until )

We are looking for a postdoctoral fellow (f/d/m) to further develop and improve the Gravimetric Atom-Interferometer (GAIN) in the joint project ATOMAQUA.

ATOMAQUA is a new BMFTR funded joint endeavour bringing together academic institutions and industry to employ quantum technologies to address challenges in, e.g., environmental protection and the optimal use of natural resources. Specifically, this project will use atom interferometry for quantitative measurements on underground water reservoirs.

Your responsibilities:

• scientific service in research in the ATOMAQUA project
• development and implementation of novel atom interferometry schemes using combinations of electro‑optical modulators and high‑finesse optical resonators
• organise and participate in GAIN measurement campaigns
• work closely with other postdoctoral fellows, doctoral candidates and Masters students
• interact intensively with academic and industrial partners in the ATOMAQUA collaboration
• present research results in international journals and conferences

What you bring to the table:

• completed scientific university education (Master or similar) and Ph.D./doctoral degree (completed or thesis already submitted) in physics (or in related fields with appropriate specialization)
• practical experience with either ultra‑cold atoms/molecules, atom interferometry, optical clocks or precision measurement applications
• English language skills (B2, demonstrated by a certificate or writing sample included in the application materials and a speech sample during the interview)
• good team spirit and ability to work effectively in a collaboration

What would be desirable:

• expertise in the development and/or characterization of laser systems for laser cooling or precision measurement applications
• general laboratory skills (especially: optics, opto‑mechanics, opto‑electronics, RF‑electronics)
• good knowledge of analog and digital electronics
• programming skills (preferably Python), databases, data visualization, and version control
• experience in computer aided design (preferably Autodesk Inventor)
• gender and diversity sensitivity

Your path to the HU:

Please send your complete application, referencing the job id DR/114/26 to Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Department of Physics, Prof. Achim Peters (located: Newtonstr. 15), Unter den Linden 6, 10099 Berlin or preferably in electronic form as a single PDF file to .

Required application documents:

• letter of motivation
• copies of relevant certificates and documents - work references or evaluations

The position is scheduled to be filled on the earliest possible date.

The Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin is seeking to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching, and specifically encourages qualified female scholars to apply. Severely disabled applicants with equivalent qualifications will be given preferential consideration. People with an immigration history are specifically encouraged to apply. Since we will not return your documents, please submit copies in the application only.

The Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin is bound by collective agreements and applies the TV‑L HU. Information on pay grading and the annual salary scale can be found here:

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Where to apply

E-mail

Requirements

Research Field Physics » Other Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute to Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Department of Physics Country Germany City Berlin Postal Code 12489 Street Newtonstr. 15 Geofield