University assistant with doctorate (m/f/d)

Your Responsibilities

• Autonomous research in the field of theoretical particle physics and/or quantum gravity using numerical methods (e.g. lattice gauge theory, dynamical triangulation, event generators)
• Participate in existing research projects and develop new research proposals
• Active participation in the Research Career Campus Consortium "Theoretical Particle Physics" as well as an PI in the FWF doc.fund "Conceptual Aspects of Composite States"
• Contribute to acquisition of third-party funds
• Participation in large-scale applications in both education and research
• Independent supervision of Bachelor’s, Master’s and, where applicable, doctoral theses
• Student support and supervision
• Cooperation on organisational and administrative tasks as well as evaluation measures

Your Profile

• Completed doctorate/PhD in the area of theoretical physics
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English
• Very good IT skills in the field of software development
• Research activities in the area of either theoretical particle physics and/or quantum gravity
• Knowledge in numerical methods (e.g lattice gauge theory, dynamical triangulation or event generators) preferred
• Documented (co)supervision of PhD students
• Enjoys scientific work and dealing with students
• Sense of personal responsibility and ability to work with others
• Able to work in international and interdisciplinary teams

Application Documents

The following documents are required for an application:

• Letter of motivation and academic CV
• Recommendation letter
• Other: List of theses already supervised (or co-supervised), particularly doctoral dissertations; contact information of at least two people who can provide recommendations, or letters of recommendation sent directly to the contact person; description of research interests

We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 70.200,20 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

We Offer

About us

At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!

Contact

Axel Maas, [email protected]

The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.

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