Research Assistant (m/f/d) - Light-induced Superconductivity

The University of Rostock offers a diverse, varied and challenging position in a tradition-conscious, yet innovative, modern and family-friendly university in a lively city by the sea.

At the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Institute of Physics, group solid-state theory, subject to budgetary provisions, we are filling the following position at the earliest possible date on a temporary basis ending on 30.06.2027:

Research Assistant (m/f/d) - Light-induced Superconductivity

Start date: at the earliest possible date Working hours: full-time with 40 hours Remuneration: pay group 13 TV-L Location: Rostock, Campus Südstadt Tender number: W 135/2026 Limitation: limited until 30.06.2027 Application time: 2026-11-06

Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information:

HR department: Nele Lübars Phone number: 0381/498-1281 E-mail: Apply Now

Department: Prof. Dr. Fabio Caruso Phone number: 0381/498-6910 E-mail: Apply Now

THESE ARE YOUR TASKS:

A postdoctoral position is available in the group of Prof. Fabio Caruso at the University of Rostock. The project focuses on developing the theory and simulation workflows for describing light-induced superconductivity. The postdoctoral researcher will co-develop new numerical approaches within the EPW code package and carry out first-principles simulations of superconductors on high-performance computing clusters. The position includes publishing research results in international journals and presenting them at international conferences. The candidate’s academic qualifications consist of the development of an independent research profile in the field of ab initio theory of light-induced superconductivity. This goal is demonstrated by an independently authored publication in an internationally renowned journal, as well as a grant proposal submitted to an external funding agency to continue the research. It also involves teaching responsibilities: leading and tutoring exercise classes for Bachelor’s and Master’s courses in theoretical physics, as well as co-supervising theses (4 hours per week during the semester).

THIS MAKES YOU A GOOD FIT:

• completed scientific university degree (Diplom, Master or equivalent) in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or a comparable field
• completed doctoral degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or a comparable field
• several years of experience with DFT-based first-principles simulations, calculations on HPC clusters
• experience with electron-phonon interactions, implementation of scientific software
• excellent knowledge of English, both spoken and written
• very strong background in many-body physics and superconductivity
• very good knowledge of electron-phonon interaction theory and/or many-body theory and their application in first-principles simulations
• willingness to work seriously and with commitment on a project of one's own scientific qualification
• desirable: a competitive publication output, compatible with the career stage
• desirable: personal, task-relevant qualities (e.g. excellent punctuality and working to deadlines, communication skills for presenting research results, teamwork ability for working in interdisciplinary research groups, etc.)

WE OFFER YOU:

• 30 days annual leave
• Health management & university sports
• Further training opportunities (IT, languages, professional development)
• Career advice for young scientists
• Annual special payment/company pension plan
• Flexible working hours
• Family office
• Welcome Center
• Mensa - Employee Tariff
• Bicycle Leasing
• day off on Dec. 24 & Dec. 31
• Welcome Day
• Employee parking lot

FURTHER INFORMATION:

We will determine the experience level individually, taking into account your previous professional experience.

If you would like to work part-time in this position, this is possible subject to the requirements of the position.

The temporal limitation of the employment relationship is based on 2 (1) Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz.

We look forward to receiving your application (cover letter, CV, degree certificate stating your final grade) by 06.11.2026 at the latest. We can only consider applications received via our homepage. Unfortunately, we cannot accept e-mail applications.

Incomplete application documents may not be considered in the further course of the selection process.

Unfortunately, we can not cover application and travel costs.