University Assistant Predoctoral (PhD Candidate) in Quantum Foundations and Quantum Technologies

Universitat Wien

Posted: 5 November 2026 - Vienna, Austria

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The University of Vienna invites applications for a PhD position (University Assistant Predoctoral) in the research group 'Quantum Information Science and Quantum Computation' led by Prof. Philip Walther. The position is part of the Vienna Doctoral School in Physics and focuses on experimental studies of quantum foundations, including gravitational effects on entangled photons and scalable photonic quantum technologies. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, outreach, and group administration while developing a dissertation in experimental quantum optics. The position is funded for four years with a salary of EUR 3,776.10 (full-time, 14x per year) and offers opportunities for professional development and collaboration within Vienna’s quantum research hub.

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