Laboratory assistant Jobs in Düren

Your Job :

This position focuses on building, operating, and testing superconducting quantum devices. Your tasks in detail are :

Design and fabrication of superconducting quantum circuits

Setting up experimental systems for cryogenic measurements

Development of a microwave quantum control & readout stack

Development of Python code to operate quantum systems

Detailed experimental characterization of superconducting qubits to quantify performance and identify limiting physical mechanisms

Perform quantum device calibrations, benchmarking, and run quantum algorithms

• Presenting and publishing the research on an international stage

To apply, please submit a complete CV, letter of motivation, university degree records (both Bachelor`s and Master`s degree)

Your Profile :

As part of our experimental team, you will regularly work in state-of-the-art laboratories and clean rooms. The role involves working in a cryogenic laboratory environment and following specific clean room protocols

Master`s degree in physics or electrical engineering

Willingness to work in laboratory and cleanroom environments

Ideally, initial experience in a technical or scientific environment ( cleanroom, laboratory)

Knowledge of solid state physics and / or quantum information

Experience with programming, preferably with Python

Fluent speaking and writing skils in English

Team-oriented and highly motivated to work in an experimental laboratory

Please feel free to apply for the position even if you do not have all the required skills and knowledge. We may be able to teach you missing skills during your induction.

Our Offer :

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We support you in your work with :

HEALTH & WELL-BEING : Your health is important to us. You can look forward to a comprehensive company health management programme with a wide range of options, including a beach volleyball court, running groups, yoga classes and much more. In addition, our company medical service and an experienced social counselling team are available to assist you on site

WORK-LIFE BALANCE : Flexible working arrangements (including remote working) are generally possible upon agreement and in line with upcoming tasks and (on-site) appointments

CAMPUS EXPERIENCE : Our research campus in the countryside provides ideal conditions for collegial exchange and sporting activities right on site

SUPPORT FOR INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYEES : Our International Advisory Service makes it easier for international employees to get started

FAIR REMUNERATION : Depending on your qualifications and assigned responsibilities, you will be classified according to pay group 13 (up to 75%) of the TVöD-Bund. Additionally, you will receive a special payment (“Christmas bonus”) amounting to 60% of one month’s salary. Additional compensation beyond the base salary may be possible. All information about the TVöD-Bund collective agreement can be found on the BMI website : (pay scale table on page 66 of the PDF download).

LEAVE : You will receive 30 days of leave plus additional days off ( between Christmas and New Year`s Day)

In addition to exciting tasks and a collaborative working atmosphere at Jülich, we have a lot more to offer :

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us.