with 75% - 100% of the regular working hours (depending on the project and research field). The period of employment is governed by the Fixed Term
Research Contracts Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz - Wiss Zeit VG). The positions are aimed at obtaining a Ph D and are limited for a period of 3
years. An extension is generally possible within the time limits of the Wiss Zeit VG.

The positions are offered in the fields of experimental and theoretical physics, electrical engineering, computer science and mathematics. Candidates
are expected to suggest possible supervisors (Pho QS PIs) as part of the application process. Detailed information on the graduate and scientific
program and the team of supervisors is found on the website: https://phoqs.uni-paderborn.de/phoqs-future

Your tasks:

• Participation in research relating to any aspect(s) of photonic quantum systems.
• A teaching load of 3 - 4 hours per week.
• Completion of a doctoral thesis in your respective discipline in correspondence to one or more of the relevant research areas.
• Contributions to academic research and dissemination, especially through active conference and workshop participation.
• Active participation in the joint activities of the Pho QS FUTURE Graduate Program.

Your requirements:

• Above-average master’s degree or equivalent in one of the involved disciplines.
• Interest in interdisciplinary exchange and willingness to collaborate with others.
• An excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Desirable: experience in the fields of research relevant to photonic quantum systems.

We offer:

• Flexible working hours and the individual option of mobile working
• Wide range of health, counseling and prevention services
• Attractive fringe benefits such as childcare facilities and sports activities
• Opportunities for internal and external training and development
• Additional benefits in accordance with the collective agreement of the federal states (TV-L), such as annual bonuses and capital-forming benefits

as well as the VBL supplementary pension scheme

• A structured and interdisciplinary graduate program developed and coordinated with expertise in higher education in STEM.
• An inspiring institutional setting and world leading infrastructure with permanent scientific support staff.
• Financial support for international research stays.
• Personalized support for incoming international students (visa, insurance, house hunting, …).
• Strong support of the compatibility of family and career as a cornerstone of a productive working environment.

Applications from women are particularly welcome and, in case of equal qualifications and experiences, will receive preferential treatment according
to to state law (LGG), unless there are preponderant reasons to give preference to another applicant. Part-time employment is generally possible.
Applications from disabled people with appropriate suitability are explicitly welcome. This also applies to people with equal opportunities in
accordance with the German social law SGB IX.