PhD Position in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics (m/f/d)

Technische Universität Dortmund

The Department of Physics at TU Dortmund University invites applications for a research and teaching assistant position as a PhD student in experimental condensed matter physics with a focus on terahertz dynamics of quantum materials. The initial employment for three years can start at the earliest possible date. According to the public tariff regulations, the salary is based on the tariff group E13 TV-L. An extension of another year after the initial employment is possible. In the first year, the extent is 50%; in the second and third years, 75%. Depending on your level of experience, direct employment at 75% is also possible.

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The advertised experimental PhD project is to investigate and understand non-equilibrium and equilibrium properties of quantum materials (e.g., quantum magnetic materials, superconductors, topological materials) driven by strong-field terahertz or optical pulses in tunable external conditions such as low temperatures and high magnetic fields. This PhD project will be realized by setting up and maintaining time-resolved terahertz or optical spectroscopy. The experiments will be carried out mainly in-house and also complementarily at the large-scale user facilities. For the most recent representative works of the research group, one can refer to Phys. Rev. Lett. 134, 196503 (2025); Nature 631, 760–764 (2024); and Phys. Rev. Lett. 132, 196501 (2024).