The world is changing at an ever-faster pace. At the Johannes Kepler University Linz, we work on technologies and the ideas of tomorrow on a daily basis. At the same time, we educate over 27,000 young people to meet the demands of today’s job market. In short, we are Upper Austria’s largest institution for education and research. Are you interested in being a part of shaping the future of Austria’s most attractive campus university? We currently have a job opening for a:
Graduate Teaching Assistant (must hold a Diploma/Master's degree) for a 35-hour/week (part-time), four-year position
Organizational unit:
Abteilung für Licht-Materie-Wechselwirkung
Entry date:
07/01/2026
Term from
07/01/2026
Temporary employment to:
06/30/2030
Job Reference Number:
32230-2026-001939
The Division for Light-Matter Interaction at the Institute of Semiconductor and Solid State Physics is looking for a doctoral researcher in the field of quantum optical science and technologies. The group is performing experiments in the fields of single emitter spectroscopy, atomic vapors, integrated quantum optics, levitated nanoparticles, metasurfaces, and quantum sensing.
In this newly established division, we seek a highly motivated researcher interested in the area of the advanced spectroscopy of novel quantum emitters. In this research project, the properties of novel quantum emitters are researched with the goal of understanding their dynamics. For this, a microscope system is developed and when the emitters are understood, they will be the basis for building integrated quantum devices. The position comes with the possibility of writing a PhD thesis.
Work will take place in our newly established optics labs with additional access to a state-of-the-art clean room at the Open Innovation Center.
Job Duties:
Research activities in the field of spectroscopy of quantum emitters
Participation in setting up quantum optical laboratories
Writing of scientific publications
Participation in teaching activities
Guidance of bachelor and master students
Participation in outreach activities
Participation in scientific conferences
Your Qualifications:
The successful candidate must hold a Diploma/Master degree in physics or equivalent university studies
Knowledge in quantum optics
Experience in quantum science and technology or a related research area
Good communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Good English language skills - Level B2 (German is a plus)
What We Offer:
On the basis of full-time employment (40 hours/week) the minimum salary in accordance with the collective agreement is € 3,776.10 gross per month (14 x per year, CA Job Grade: B1)
Stable employer
Attractive campus environment with good public transportation connections
Attractive continual educational opportunities
State-of-the-art research infrastructure
Dynamic research environment
Broad range of on-campus dining services/healthy meals (organic food at the cafeteria)
Exercise and sports classes (USI)
…and much more
Application due date:
06/17/2026
The Johannes Kepler University wishes to increase the proportion of academic female faculty and, for this reason, especially welcomes applications by qualified women. If applicants are equally qualified, a woman will be given preference for this position. The university welcomes applications from qualified applicants with disabilities. These applications will be given special consideration.
Space for your future? We look forward to receiving your application via our job portal.
