Doctoral Candidate / PhD Student in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology | 298/2025 Doctoral Candidate / PhD Student (m/f/d)

Otto-von-Guericke- Universität Magdeburg

Magdeburg, Sachsen-Anhalt, Deutschland
Published Nov 24, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This is a unique opportunity for a highly motivated PhD candidate to join the Marie S.-Curie Doctoral Network NEPIT, focusing on "Fast extremely wideband multi-sensorsystems for closed-loop testing." The core responsibilities involve developing 3D electromagnetic (EM) field strength sensors up to 18GHz, establishing experimental verification for theoretical results in closed-loop multi-sensor systems, and designing the corresponding control methodology. The role requires investigation and modeling of fast stirring MSC applications, validation of EM sensors, and cooperation with international collaborators and an industrial partner (Lumiloop Dresden). The successful applicant must hold an MSc in Electrical Engineering or Physics with excellent results and demonstrate a strong background in electromagnetics, numerical methods, and coding. This fixed-term fellowship offers a competitive Marie-Curie salary and the chance to contribute to cutting-edge research within a prestigious European network.

Required Skills

Education

MSc degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline with excellent results (required for PhD eligibility)

Experience

  • Proven track record in working with physical problems and numerical methods
  • Collaboration and secondment experience with industrial partners (implied by requirement)
  • Professional experience in research and academic cooperation within a doctoral network

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must not have resided or carried out main activity in Germany for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before recruitment date (Marie S. Curie Mobility Rule); Must not already possess a doctoral degree at the date of recruitment; Fixed-term contract until February 29, 2028 (with option to extend); Must be eligible as a PhD student.