PhD (m,f,x) until 14.08.2029 (end of the – DFG Project – Matter and Light and Quantum Computati[...]

Stellenbeschreibung:

Faculty of Physics and Astronomy – Epitaxy section of Experimental Physics VI

PhD (m,f,x) until , fixed‑term, part‑time hrs/week = 75%), TVL E13. The position is part of the DFG Project – Matter and Light and Quantum Computation and starts on .

Position Details

Scope: part‑time hrs/week = 75%)
Duration: fixed‑term
Start date:
Apply by: ‑04‑14)

Responsibilities

You will be an architect of matter using Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) as the primary tool, designing and growing high‑quality semiconductor heterostructures.
Develop new epitaxial methods for strain‑free and lattice‑mismatched films.
Characterise samples and interpret complex data.
Engineered hands‑on duties: building, maintaining, and improving vacuum set‑ups.

Profile

Master’s degree in Solid‑State Physics or related engineering.
Experience in vacuum technology, epitaxy, or device processing is a big plus.
Self‑motivation and a problem‑solver mindset are mandatory.
Team player capable of collaborating with international research groups.
Competence in German or English and willingness to learn the other.

We Offer

Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team.
Employment at one of the largest universities in Germany, part of the University Alliance Ruhr.
Challenging tasks with high level of independence.
A job in the lively Ruhr metropolitan region with diverse cultural offerings.

Further Information

The position is salaried under the collective agreement of the Länder (TV‑L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV‑L.

Further information can be found at (in German).

The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum. If the position is funded by third‑party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.

RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. Campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are prerequisite. RUB provides free courses for employees. German language courses are offered by the University Language Center in the field of German as a Foreign Language:

The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

RUHR‑UNIVERSITÄT BOCHUM stands for diversity and equal opportunities, favoring a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams. We specifically encourage applications from women, and in areas where they are underrepresented will be given preference with equivalent qualifications. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.