PhD Student Position (f/m/x) in “Quantum Hall calorimetry of quantum materials“ Wiss2610-07

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

PhD Student Position (f/m/x) in “Quantum

Hall calorimetry of quantum materials“

Institute of Physics II | Bocquillon Working Group

We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region.

Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne

make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in

science, technology, and administration.

One PhD Student position is available in the group of WE OFFER

Professor Erwann Bocquillon, which specializes in the » An exciting research project at the forefront of research

quantum transport of quantum materials (https://ph2.uni- on quantum matter

koeln.de/en/research-groups/bocquillon). » A diverse working environment with equal opportunities

» Support in balancing work and family life

» Extensive advanced training opportunities

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» Occupational health management offers

» Flexible working time models

» This PhD project will develop a new ultra-sensitive

quantum calorimeter to explore how heat flows through The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities

exotic quantum materials. By combining layered crystals and diversity. Women will be considered preferentially

with quantum Hall devices, the researcher will be able to in accordance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North

probe elusive states of matter with unprecedented pre- Rhine-Westphalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG

cision—starting with alpha-RuCl , a leading candidate for NRW). We also expressly welcome applications from all

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hosting Majorana-like particles and a quantum spin liquid. suitable candidates regardless of their gender, nationality,

The project offers an opportunity to build new cutting- ethnic and social origin, religion, disability, age, sexual

edge techniques in collaboration with partners at the orientation and identity.

University of Tokyo (Japan), while tackling some exciting

open questions in condensed-matter physics. The position is available from 1 January 2027 on a parttime basis (29,87 hours per week).The position is to

be filled for a fixed term until 31 December 2029. If the

applicant meets the relevant wage requirements and

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personal qualifications, the salary is based on remuneration group 13 TV-L of the pay scale for the German

» The candidate should possess an excellent academic

public sector.

record and hold a Masters in Physics, preferably with

a major in Quantum Physics or Condensed Matter

Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications

Physics. Research experience in one or several of the

without a photo under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de.

following fields will be appreciated: cryogenic systems,

The reference number is Wiss2610-07. The application

quantum transport measurements, nano-fabrication

deadline is 30 November 2026.

and cleanroom techniques

For further inquiries, please contact Professor Dr Erwann

» An excellent command of English, as well as high

Bocquillon (bocquillon@ph2.uni-koeln.de) (scientific part)

motivation, commitment, good communication skills

or Dr Matteo Cacco (cacco@ph2.uni-koeln.de) (applicaand team spirit are expected.

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