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Facts

Number of employees
ca. 7000
Category
Research assistant
Location
Germany, Berlin, Charlottenburg
Area of responsibility
Academia and research
Start date (earliest)
Earliest possible
Duration
until 31/12/2028
Full/Part-time
full-time, part-time employment may be possible
Remuneration
Salary grade 13 TV-L Berliner Hochschulen
Homepage
http://www.tu-berlin.de

Requirements

Qualification
Master, Diplom or equivalent

Contact

Reference number
IV-64/26
Contact person
Dr. Pappa

Apply

Application deadline
06.03.2026
Reference number
IV-64/26
By post

Technische Universität Berlin
- Die Präsidentin -
ausschließlich per E-Mail / only by email

By email
t.tsochantaris@tu-berlin.de

Research Assistant

part-time employment may be possible; under the reserve that funds are granted

Technische Universität Berlin

Your responsibility

Research in the field of quantum cryptography:

  • Simulation of communication protocols
  • Development of hybrid integrations of quantum and classical communication systems
  • Research into hardware-related error models and security analysis of hardware-specific - Close collaboration with experimental groups and industry partners
  • Organisation of outreach activities such as workshops and public events

Your profile

  • Successfully completed academic university degree (Master, Diplom or equivalent) in physics, mathematics or computer science
  • Good language skills in German and/or English are required; willingness to acquire all missing language skills
  • Basic knowledge of quantum information theory
  • Experience in the Python programming language
  • Knowledge of LaTeX
  • Knowledge of a quantum communication protocol such as quantum conference key agreement, quantum secret sharing, quantum e-voting, multiparty networked quantum computing, bit commitment and/or coin flipping is desirable
  • Experience with the simulation of corresponding communication protocols is desirable
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for workshops and conferences is desirable
  • Ability to work in a team is desirable

How to apply

Please send your written application, quoting the reference number and including the usual documents, by email to t.tsochantaris@tu-berlin.de.

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To ensure equal opportunities between women and men, applications by women with the required qualifications are explicitly desired. Qualified individuals with disabilities will be favored. The TU Berlin values the diversity of its members and is committed to the goals of equal opportunities. Applications from people of all nationalities and with a migration background are very welcome.

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