About the Employer
TU Wien (Vienna) is Austria’s largest research and educational institution in the field of technology and natural sciences. Position Overview
THz‑Electronics: Project Assistant – PhD Student (all genders). 30 hours/week, initially for 1 year, extendable up to 3.5 years. Expected start: November 2026. Location: Karlsplatz 13, Vienna, Austria. The THz‑Electronics Group of the Institute of Electrodynamics, Microwave and Circuit Engineering invites applicants to work on THz sources, detectors, and systems, with a special emphasis on resonant‑tunnelling diodes (RTDs) and THz sources based on them. Web page of the group:
https://www.tuwien.at/en/etit/e354/thz . Responsibilities
Conduct research into THz RTD oscillators and detectors. Carry out studies in the field of THz Electronics. Write and publish scientific papers in top conferences and journals. Qualifications
MSc (or completed MSc at the time of the contract start) in Electrical Engineering, Physics or a similar discipline. Strong foundation in high‑frequency electrical engineering or physics of electric or optoelectronic devices. Prior experience with semiconductor technology, nano/micro‑fabrication, THz or high‑frequency measurements and electromagnetic simulations is an important advantage. Strong motivation to complete a PhD within the timeframe of the project. Team player and advanced problem‑solving skills. Interest and enthusiasm for research. Knowledge of German is not required. Benefits and Offer
Continuing personal and professional education and flexible working hours. Diverse collective of young researchers in a creative environment in one of the most livable cities in the world. Central location of workplace with good accessibility (U1/U2/U4 Karlsplatz). Entry‑level salary determined by pay grade B1 of the Austria collective agreement for university staff: minimum EUR2,832.10/month gross, 14 times/year for 30 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income. Equal Opportunity
TU Wien is committed to increasing the proportion of women in particular in leadership positions. Female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women when equally qualified, unless reasons specific to a male applicant tilt the balance in his favor. People with special needs are equally encouraged to apply. Contact
We look forward to receiving your application until August31st,2026. Please submit your application (including a CV and motivation letter), copies of your Bachelor’s and Master’s diplomas and transcripts of grades, to Dr. Petr Ourednik (petr.ourednik@tuwien.ac.at). Applicants will not normally be reimbursed for travel costs incurred in connection with this admission process.
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THz-Electronics: Project Assistant - PhD Student (all genders) in Wien Arbeitgeber: Emerging Scholars Council
Die Technische Hochschule Mannheim ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der eine moderne und familienfreundliche Arbeitsumgebung in der Metropolregion Rhein-Neckar bietet. Mit einem starken Fokus auf Forschung und Kooperationen mit bedeutenden Unternehmen ermöglicht die Hochschule ihren Mitarbeitenden nicht nur eine ausgewogene Work-Life-Balance, sondern auch vielfältige Möglichkeiten zur persönlichen und beruflichen Weiterentwicklung. Die Stelle als Doktorand:in bietet zudem die Chance, an innovativen Projekten zu arbeiten und aktiv zur akademischen Gemeinschaft beizutragen.
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