About this position
Work group:
Z_DET
Area of research:
PHD Thesis
Starting date:
07.09.2026
Job description:
DESY-Zeuthen
The Zeuthen location of DESY has a strong focus on astroparticle and particle physics (gamma-ray and neutrino astronomy, and collider particle physics). The experimental groups are accompanied by a strong theory group. DESY Zeuthen is responsible for developing and delivering detectors for astroparticle and particle physics experiments, and is actively engaged in R&D for future applications.With the Centre for Quantum Technology and Applications (CQTA), DESY Zeuthen is taking a leading role in applying quantum technology to challenges in particle and astroparticle physics.
A new search for the effects of ultralight dark matter is being constructed, using ultra-sensitive optical atomic clocks as the sensing element. The post holder will contribute to this search, developing a test setup for networked clock comparison and frequency stabilisation. The post holder will also help to develop the procedures to collect and analyse the frequency comparisons, forming the basis of fundamental physics searches for (e.g.) ultralight dark matter.
About your role:
- Active role in developing test infrastructure for optical atomic clocks and comparison to reference clocks
- Develop instrumentation for measuring fundamental constants
- Participate in building up clock-based experiments at Humboldt University, DESY, Heidelberg or U. Birmingham
- Analyse experimental atomic clock data and participate in the interpretation of results
About you:
- Experience in one of the relevant physics fields (e.g. particle, atomic/nuclear physics, quantum optics) with Master's degree or equivalent
- Experience with detector physics, with good computer programming skills
- Very good command of English is required and knowledge of German is of advantage
- Willingness to travel and participate in working meetings, conferences, and field work abroad (e.g. at MPIK Heidelberg)
- Strong motivation, very good organizational skills, resilience; ability to work in teams and excellent communication skills
Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us.
To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours and variable part-time. You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities.
Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.
We look forward to receiving your application via our application portal:
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DESY promotes the professional development of women and therefore strongly encourages women to apply for the position to be filled. In addition, severely handicapped persons with equal aptitude are given preferential consideration. The advertised positions are basically suitable for part-time employment.
You can find further information here: www.desy.de/career/
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