Doktorandenstellen - Nichtlineare Optik

Friedrich Schiller University is a traditional university with a strong research profile rooted in the heart of Germany.

As a university covering all disciplines, it offers a wide range of subjects. Its research is focused on the areas Light Life Liberty.

It is closely networked with non-research institutions, research companies and renowned cultural institutions. With around 18,000 students and more than 8,600 employees, the university plays a major role in shaping Jena’s character as a cosmopolitan and future-oriented city.

The Collaborative Research Center (SFB / CRC) 1375 Nonlinear Optics down to atomic Scales (www.noa.uni-jena.de) was chosen by the German Research Foundation (DFG) in a competitive sci-entific panel and solely based on excellence criteria.

NOA investigates fundamental nonlinear optical processes in nanostructures and low-dimensional systems. In an interdisciplinary approach of physi-cists, chemists and material scientists, we theoretically and experimentally explore quantum phe-nomena of light-matter interaction such as light-induced tunneling of electrons through metallic nanogaps, higher harmonic generation and field-driven carrier acceleration in plasmonic nanostruc-tures, atomic lattices, 2D-materials and quantum materials.

We aim to design new subwavelength-scale materials with tailored nonlinearities at atomic precision, e.g. for optical switching, sensing, quantum conversion and energy conversion.

In its second funding period (2023-2027), the SFB 1375 NOA is offering up to 10 positions is to be filled as soon as possible :

PhD student positions - Nonlinear Optics

We offer part-time position (75%, 30 hours per week), limited until 30.06.2027.

We are looking for excellent Diploma or M.Sc. graduates with a strong background in physics, chemistry and / or photonics being interested to engage in our scientific vision.

There are theoretical as well as experimental streams of research in NOA. Further, is a great variety of projects and interdisciplinarity, so we invite you to explore our website www.noa.uni-jena.de.

Your responsibilities :

• Electromagnetic modeling
• Density functional theory and modeling of light-driven quantum systems
• Experiments in nonlinear light-matter interaction
• Generation, characterization and investigation of optical nanostructures and 2D-materials

Your profile :

• University Degree (Diploma, Master) in physics, photonics, chemistry, engineering, computer sciences or similar studies in connection with relevant experience in optics and photonics
• Ability to work proactively, independently, and in a structured manner
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Very good communication and team skills

We offer :

• Remuneration based on the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector of the Federal States (TV-L) at salary scale 13 depending on the candidate’s personal qualifications , including a special annual payment in accordance with the collective agreement.
• 30 days of vacation per calendar year plus two days off on December 24 and 31
• An exceptional scientific environment with optimum opportunities for enthusiastic researchers,
• Attractive staff benefits like contributions to the employee savings plan, season ticket loans for public transport, or pension scheme (VBL).
• An exciting line of work with considerable leeway.
• A university scheme for promoting your health and well-being.
• A family-friendly working environment with flexible working options.
• With a successful research, you will be able to obtain the title Dr. rer. nat. from our University.

Selected candidates will work in one of our research groups in Jena and will be supported according to the highest supervision standards of the DFG.

Further information on the scientific program, details of the open doctoral projects, required application documents and the application procedure is available at www.

noa.uni-jena.de / open+positions. Following this link, you will be guided to the specific instructions how to apply via our Online Application System.

For questions, please contact our office at [email protected].

Candidates with severe disabilities will be given preference in the case of equal qualifications and suitability.

Applications should be sent until 15.09.2023 (no cut-off deadline). We are looking forward to your application!