Fachbereich 11 - Physik Department for Quantum Technology Doctoral Research Associate (Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in, salary level E 13 TV-L 67%) 06.09.2026

in Quantum Error Correction for Quantum Networks, for the externally funded project Q-SCALAR (Quantum Futur project funded by BMFTR—Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space) at the earliest possible date. We are offering a fixed-term (67%) for 3 years.

Your tasks:

• This position is tied to working towards a doctorate
• Contribute to the scientific objectives and milestones of the Q-SCALAR project.
• Conduct research in quantum error correction for future quantum communication networks
• Develop and analyze novel quantum error-correcting codes and fault-tolerant communication protocols.
• Investigate the use of multipartite entanglement, graph states, Absolutely Maximally Entangled (AME) states, and high-dimensional quantum systems (qudits) in quantum networks.
• Perform analytical and numerical studies of quantum information processing and quantum communication tasks.
• Publish research results in leading international journals and present them at scientific conferences.
• Collaborate with researchers within the Q-SCALAR project as well as with national and international academic and industrial partners

Our expectations:

• Collaborate with researchers within the Q-SCALAR project as well as with national and international academic and industrial partners
• Prior training in quantum information science or quantum computing is required.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are required
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is required

The following qualifications are desirable:

• Knowledge of quantum error correction, quantum communication, fault-tolerant quantum computing, or multipartite entanglement theory.
• Familiarity with stabilizer formalisms and related quantum-state representations.
• Experience with analytical calculations and numerical simulations (e.g., Python, Julia, Mathematica, or similar)
• Ability to contribute effectively to collaborative research projects in an international environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Advantages for you:

• The opportunity to contribute to Q-SCALAR, a newly established Quantum Futur research project funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMFTR).
• Opportunities to publish in leading international journals and present research at international conferences.
• Collaboration with researchers from academia and industry working on quantum communication, quantum networks, and quantum technologies.
• A stimulating international research environment at the University of Münster
• Appreciation, commitment, openness, and respect – values which are important to us.
• Our broad range of diverse work-time models offers great flexibility
• If you have family members or young children in your care, our Family Service Office offers concrete support to help you balance your private and professional responsibilities.
• As an educational institution, we are deeply committed to offering occupational training and continuing education opportunities tailored to your individual needs.
• From A – Z, Aikido to Zumba, our sport and health programmes ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• As a university employee, you are entitled to numerous benefits afforded to public servants, e.g. an attractive company pension scheme ( VBL ), an annual end-of-year bonus and a position that is shielded from economic fluctuations.

The University of Münster strongly supports equal opportunity and diversity . We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions.

We actively encourage applications by women. Women with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered unless these are outweighed by reasons which necessitate the selection of another candidate.

Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your application by 06.09.2026 via our online application form, including:

• a cover letter describing your motivation and research interests
• a curriculum vitae,
• copies of academic transcripts and degree certificates,
• contact details of two academic references.

If you have any questions in advance, please contact Prof. Raissi ( [email protected] ). Reference number: 2026_07_18