University Assistant (Prae-Doc)

Job title:

University Assistant (Prae-Doc)

Company

Technische Universität Wien

Job description

30 hours/week | limited to 4 years

TU Wien is Austria’s largest institution of research and higher education in the fields of technology and natural sciences. With over 26,000 students and more than 4000 scientists, research, teaching and learning dedicated to the advancement of science and technology have been conducted here for more than 200 years, guided by the motto “Technology for People”. As a driver of innovation, TU Wien fosters close collaboration with business and industry and contributes to the prosperity of society.

At the Atominstitut, in the Research Unit of Quantum Optics and Quantum Information, TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant (prae-doc) / PhD position in Quantum communication network protocols limited to expected 4 years for 30 hours/week. Expected start: July 2024.

Tasks:

• Collaboration on research and teaching tasks as well as examinations
• Cooperation and guidance of students research and project activity
• Writing a dissertation and publications
• Participation in scientific and outreach events
• Assistance/Collaboration in organizational and administrative tasks

Your profile:

• Completion of a master or diploma curriculum in Physics, or related fields, until the time of occupation
• Experience in the following scientific fields: quantum information theory, entanglement theory, quantum cryptography (not required)
• Skills in programming (e.g., C++, Python, Wolfram Mathematica, or similar)
• Good communication skills and ability to work as an independent and flexible researcher in an international and diverse team, problem-solving skills and innovative thinking
• Interest in research in the field as well as outreach activities, supervision and work with students
• Very good skills in English communication and writing

We offer:

• A wide variety and exciting range of tasks in a collegial team
• A range of attractive social benefits (see

) * Wide range of internal and external training opportunities, various career options

TU Wien is committed to increasing the proportion of women in particular in leadership positions. Female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women when equally qualified, unless reasons specific to a male applicant tilt the balance in his favour.

People with special needs are equally encouraged to apply. In case of any questions, please contact the confidant for disabled persons at the university, Mr. Gerhard Neustätter.

Entry level salary is determined by the pay grade B1 of the Austrian collective agreement for university staff. This is a minimum of currently EUR 2,684.10/month gross, 14 times/year for 30 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income.

We look forward to receiving your application until April 4th, 2024.

Expected salary

Location

Wien

Job date

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 05:38:13 GMT

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