PhD Position - Lattice field theory

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Lich, HESSEN
Deadline: 19 Jan 2038

23 Jan 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Forschungszentrum Jülich
Research Field

All
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country

Germany
Application Deadline

19 Jan 2038 - 03:14 (UTC)
Type of Contract

To be defined
Job Status

Other
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Work group:

JSC - Jülich Supercomputing Centre

Area of research:

PHD Thesis

Job description:

Your Job:

You will be

  • performing simulations of lattice quantum field theory,
  • developing methods, tools and simulation software,
  • analyzing, publishing and presenting the results,
  • while collaborating within the scientists at JSC, Bonn University, and within the CRC "NuMeriQS"

You will obtain your PhD from Bonn University.

Your Profile:

  • Completed Master`s degree in physics (or related fields)
  • Ideally knowledge of lattice quantum field theory
  • Experience with programming languages, in particular C/C++/Python
  • Experience with Linux and high-performance computing
  • Willingness to contribute with talks to international conferences
  • Willingness to participate in courses and tutorials
  • Good command of English, knowledge of German is not a prerequisite (language courses are offered)
  • Structured and systematic working style and ability to work cooperatively in international teams

Our Offer:

We offer ideal conditions for you to complete your doctoral degree:

  • Access to and discretionary resources on the latest HPC Systems, such as the upcoming exascale system "JUPITER"
  • Opportunity for a fully funded extended international research stay
  • Professional development and networking opportunities specifically designed for Jülich’s PhD students by the Jülich Center for Doctoral Researchers go.fzj.de/JuDocs
  • Access to support structures at Bonn University, such as the Bonn Graduate Center
  • The opportunity to participate in international conferences and workshops
  • Access to a comprehensive training programme including language courses
  • Extensive company health management
  • Ideal conditions for balancing work and private life, as well as a family-friendly corporate policy
  • Flexible work (location) arrangements, e.g. remote work
  • 30 days of annual leave and provision for days off between public holidays and weekends (e.g. between Christmas and New Year)
  • Targeted services for international employees, e.g. through our International Advisory Service

In addition to exciting tasks and a collaborative working atmosphere at Jülich, we have a lot more to offer: go.fzj.de/benefits

The position is initially for a fixed term of 3 years. The salary is in line with pay group 13 (75%) of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund). In addition, an annual special payment is granted (“Christmas payment”), which amounts to 60 % of the monthly salary. Further information on doctoral degrees at Forschungszentrum Jülich (including its various branch offices) is available at www.fz-juelich.de/en/careers/phd

We particularly welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds (e.g. regardless of age, gender, disabilities, sexual orientation/identity, as well as social, ethnic, and religious background). We strive to offer a diverse and inclusive working environment in which people enjoy equal opportunities and are able to fulfill their potential.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.


Requirements
Additional Information
Website for additional job details

https://www.fz-juelich.de/en/careers/jobs/2024D-016

Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Forschungszentrum Jülich
Country
Germany
City
Jülich
Geofield


Where to apply
E-mail

[email protected]
Website

https://www.fz-juelich.de/en/careers/jobs/2024D-016

Contact
City

Jülich
Website

https://www.fz-juelich.de/portal/home
Street

Wilhelm-Johnen-Straße
Postal Code

52428
E-Mail

[email protected]
Phone

+49 2461 61-0
Fax

+49 2461 61-8100

STATUS: EXPIRED