Physicist (f/m/d) - for quantum-based sensors

At the DLR Institute of Quantum Technologies in Ulm, we develop precision instruments for space applications based on quantum technologies and bring them to prototype maturity together with industry. In addition, we are driving forward the transfer to aeronautics, digitalisation, energy, security and transport. We have an interdisciplinary approach: Theoretical basic research and experimental tests meet engineering implementation.

The Department of Quantum Nanophysics is engaged in research into novel, quantum-based sensors for measuring electric and magnetic fields and for materials research. To this end, atoms are used as self‑calibrated and extremely sensitive sensor media. Such sensors promise great advantages for applications in industry or in space.

Bring quantum technologies into application with our team!

Your tasks

• Plan new research projects and realize quantum-based sensors to measure magnetic and electric fields for several applications in space and on ground.
• Design novel quantum sensors on a lab scale and evaluate their experimental feasibility using computer simulations.
• Build novel sensors based on Rydberg atoms and miniaturize them in collaboration with internal and external partners as well as industry.
• Take part in measurement campaigns to characterize the sensors in real‑world scenarios and answer fundamental and applied scientific questions.
• Analyze the results using commercial and in‑house developed programs and prepare the data for publication.

Your profile

• completed scientific university degree (Master / Diploma Uni) in natural sciences (e.g. Physics) or engineering (e.g. from the fields of Quantum technologies, quantum physics or quantum engineering) or other degree programmes relevant to the position
• experimental research experience in the field of quantum physics, proven e.g. by final theses
• experience in common programming languages (e.g. Python or C) as well as CAD drawing programmes (e.g. SolidWorks) and mathematical analysis software (e.g. MatLab or Mathematica)
• experience in planning and setting up quantum experiments, especially in the field of spectroscopy and Rydberg atoms or levitated nanoparticles
• confident command of written and spoken German and English

Remuneration is up to the German TVÖD 13 depending on qualifications and assigned tasks.

Wir freuen uns darauf, dich kennenzulernen!

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Dr. Christian Brand
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