PhD Student (f/m/d) for the Investigation of Quantum Magnets
PhD Student (f/m/d) for the Investigation of Quantum Magnets
Reference No.: QM 2026/3
The Institute for Quantum Phenomena in Novel Materials conducts internationally leading research in quantum and frustrated magnetism, multifunctional materials, and superconductivity. It provides state-of-the-art facilities for materials synthesis, sample characterization, and X-ray and neutron scattering experiments, and works closely with theoretical research groups. As a PhD student, you will investigate quantum materials with a focus on quantum and topological magnets. Research centers on exotic states and excitations, such as quantum spin ice and spin liquids. These phenomena are explored through the identification of suitable materials and the use of physical property measurements and scattering techniques.
Your Tasks
- Synthesizing magnetic materials and measuring their macroscopic physical properties using various laboratory techniques such as magnetization and heat capacity
- Performing neutron scattering and X-ray experiments to explore the structural, electronic, and magnetic properties of quantum magnets
- Developing an understanding of the underlying magnetic processes through complex data analysis and computer simulations
- Working in close collaboration with theoretical physicists to test models and develop new insights
Your Profile
- Bachelor's degree in physics
- Master’s degree/diploma in condensed matter physics
- Good knowledge in the field of magnetism
- Ideally: knowledge of neutron scattering
- Ideally: good computer programming skills
Your Benefits
At Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin, you will benefit from state-of-the-art research facilities, and a wide range of benefits to support your scientific career:
- Work as part of an international team with highly motivated colleagues
- Career-enhancing networking opportunities, individual guidance, and support through our Graduate Center and Postdoc Office
- Flexible working hours and the possibility to work remotely
- 30 days of vacation per year and attractive renumeration according to the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD Bund), plus company pension plan
- Relocation support from non-EU countries
- German and English courses for all proficiency levels
- Advisory services through our Office for Work & Life
- Subsidy for the public transport “Deutschlandticket Job” and exclusive employee discounts
Fixed term contract for 48 months. The salary is based on the Collective Agreement for the German Public Service (TVöD-Bund).
How to apply
Please attach the following documents to your application:
- Cover letter describing your research interests
- CV including the stages of your career and your research experience
- The contact details of at least two academic referees
- Your academic certificates
We look forward to receiving your application via our application management system by 26.07.2026. For reasons of data protection regulations, we are unfortunately unable to consider applications that reach us by any other means (such as email or mail) in the application process.
We very much want our workplace to be diverse, and welcome applications from people with different backgrounds. It is our mission to promote equal opportunities and to improve women’s representation in the workforce. We are therefore very interested in receiving applications from women. Where the qualifications are met, we will give preference to people with disabilities.
Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie GmbH
Hahn-Meitner-Platz 1, 14109 Berlin
www.helmholtz-berlin.de
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How to apply
Bella Lake
bella.lake@helmholtz-berlin.de
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