Freie Universität Berlin
Fachbereich Physik - Institut für Theoretische Physik Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics, AG Breitkreiz
The PhD position is located in the Emmy-Noether group "Microscale and Nanoscale Physics of Topological Metals" led by Maxim Breitkreiz. The group is part of the Dahlem Center for Complex Quantum Systems, which research focus is quantum-theoretical condensed matter physics in its fullest range.
Furthermore, the Emmy-Noether group is involved in the transregional Collaborative Research Center CRC 183 "Entangled States of Matter" and the Center for Chiral Electronics. This embedding of the PhD position offers an excellent research environment with particularly diverse opportunities for a creative research practice with international collaborations, research residencies, soft-skill workshops, participation and active organization of conferences and summer schools.
Research assistant (praedoc) (m/f/d)
with 75%part-time job
limited to 4 years
salary grade (Entgeltgruppe) 13 TV-L FU
reference code: Breitkreiz-CCE-2026
Tasks
Within this PhD project you will conduct fundamental research within the field of theoretical condensed matter physics. Of particular interest is the exploration of chirality induced spin selectivity. Methodologically the tasks can be tackled using analytical, semi-analytical, or numerical methods.
Requirements
Requirements:
University degree (M.Sc. level), preferably in theoretical physics
Desirable:
- Fluency in English (full professional level)
- Ability to penetrate into complex research fields
- Willingness to collaborate with internal and external research groups in experimental and theoretical
physics - very good university degree in theoretical physics
- excellent knowledge of theoretical condensed matter physics
- Experience with Latex, Wolfram Mathematica, Python
For further information, please contact Dr. Maxim Breitkreiz (breitkr@physik.fu-berlin.de / 03083853038).
How to apply
Application documents should include: cover letter, cv, at least one recommendation letter, relevant
university certificates with overviews over attended courses and grades. Please send the application,
indicating the reference code, no later than March 30th 2026 as a single PDF document via email to Henrike Giebl: henrike.giebl@fu-berlin.de.
Freie Universität Berlin
Fachbereich Physik
Institut für Theoretische Physik
Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics, AG Breitkreiz
Frau Henrike Giebl
Arnimallee 14
14195 Berlin (Dahlem)
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Freie Universität Berlin is an equal opportunity employer.
Facts
| Published | 17.03.2026 |
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| Category | PhD student, Research assistant |
| Location | Germany, Berlin |
| Area of responsibility | Natural sciences, Academia and research, Research (academic), Physics |
| Start date (earliest) | Earliest possible |
| Duration | limited to 4 years |
| Full/Part-time | 75%part-time job |
| Remuneration | salary grade (Entgeltgruppe) 13 TV-L FU |
| Working language and expected level |
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| Homepage | https://www.fu-berlin.de/ |
Requirements
| Field of study | Natural sciences and mathematics, Physics |
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Apply
| Application deadline | 30.03.2026 |
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| Reference number | Breitkreiz-CCE-2026 |
| By post | Freie Universität Berlin
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| By email | henrike.giebl@fu-berlin.de |