Phd position - Characterization of Quantum Sensors for a Direct Neutrino Mass Experiment

To strengthen our KATRIN++ team, we are looking for motivated and dedicated early-career scientists who are eager to join us in developing the next-generation experiment for the direct determination of the neutrino mass. Our work lies at the intersection of fundamental research and cutting-edge technology. We particularly welcome creative minds who enjoy hands-on work in the laboratory and are driven by curiosity and commitment to advance state-of-the-art experimental methods.

• The focus of your research will be the characterization of Metallic Magnetic Calorimeters (MMCs) and other quantum sensors in external magnetic fields (up to 50 mT).
• You will independently design experimental setups for a 10 mK dilution refrigerator, perform measurements , and analyze the resulting data.
• In addition, you will model detector performance (timing an energy resolution), compare simulations with experimental data, and extrapolate the sensitivity to the neutrino mass in the context of potential quantum sensor sensor array using a tritium source like at KATRIN..
• Participation in teaching and outreach activities is expected.

There is the possibility of pursuing a doctorate in addition to academic work.

Personal qualification

• You have a master's degree in physics or electrical engineering.
• Strong expertise in the field of quantum mechanics (mK) and quantum sensors is desirable.

Organizational unit

Institute for Astroparticle Physics (IAP)

Starting date

01.10.2025

Salary

Salary category 13 TV-L, depending on the fulfillment of professional and personal requirements.

Contract duration

limited to 3,5 years

Contact person in line-management

For further information, please contact Dr. Markus Steidl, phone +49 721 608-26957. E-Mail: [email protected]

Application

Please apply online via this link: KIT - PSE - For applicants - Jobs - Joboffer-Details - Physicist or Electrical engineer (f/m/d)

We prefer to balance the number of employees (f/m/d). Therefore we kindly ask female applicants to apply for this job.

Recognized severely disabled persons will be preferred if they are equally qualified.