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Research Associate for the Project “Large-scale entanglement in a cryogenic ytterbium tweezer array” § 28 Subsection 3 HmbHG

Posted: Oct 30, 2025

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Your responsibilitiesDuties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications.This research associate position is for the project “Large-scale entanglement in a cryogenic ytterbium tweezer array“ in the working group of Prof. Peter Schauss (https://www.physik.uni-hamburg.de/en/iqp/ag-schauss/personen/schauss-peter.html, http://ultracold.phys.virginia.edu). The goal is to develop a next-generation tweezer platform for ytterbium atoms in a cryogenic environment to suppress losses, increase coherence times and improve fidelity of entanglement operations for future neutral atom quantum computers.Your profileA university degree in a relevant field.a university degree in physics or work experience in physics labsa strong background in experimental workprior experience in at least one of the following fields: lasers, optics, ultra-high vacuum, cryogenicsself-motivated and working well in an interdisciplinary fieldexcellent interpersonal skills and a friendly naturegood communication skills in EnglishWe offerReliable remuneration based on wage agreementsContinuing education opportunitiesUniversity pensionsAttractive locationFlexible working hoursWork-life balance opportunitiesHealth management, EGYM WellpassEducational leave30 days of vacation per annumUniversität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.The University of Hamburg strives to increase the number of women in academia, and encourages qualified female academics to apply.Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.

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