Research Associate (Doctoral Candidate) | Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in (Doktorand*in) (25365)

Bergische Universität Wuppertal

Wuppertal, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Dec 11, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This position offers a unique opportunity for a highly motivated physicist to pursue a Ph.D. in Theoretical Physics, focusing on Lattice Gauge Theory at the Bergische Universität Wuppertal. The role involves combining analytical reasoning with rigorous code development, data acquisition, and complex data analysis to advance research in elementary particle physics. Key responsibilities include presenting findings at national and international conferences and participating in teaching activities. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Physics and demonstrate experience with lattice simulations and data analysis. Experience with proprietary lattice code and programming languages like Fortran, C, C++, MATLAB, Julia, or Python is highly advantageous. This is a fixed-term, part-time (67%) qualifying position designed specifically to support the doctoral process.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or equivalent in Physics

Experience

  • Experience with lattice simulation and the analysis of lattice data
  • Experience with proprietary lattice code (Advantageous)
  • Interest in pursuing a doctorate in Theoretical Physics

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Fixed-term contract (initially up to 3 years, serving to promote a doctoral procedure); Part-time (67% of full-time hours)