Technische Universität Berlin
Technische Universität Berlin Faculty IV - Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Institute of Software Engineering and Theoretical Computer Science / Quantum Communication and Cryptography

Research Associate

part-time employment may be possible; under the reserve that funds are granted

Your responsibility

Research in the field of quantum cryptography

  • Development of quantum internet applications
  • Simulation of communication protocols
  • Research into hardware-related error models and security analysis of hardware-specific
    vulnerabilities
  • Close collaboration with the Use Case Team of the Quantum Internet Alliance
  • Organisation of outreach activities such as workshops and public events

Your profile

  • Successfully completed academic university degree (Master, Diplom or equivalent) and PhD in
    physics, mathematics or computer science
  • Good language skills in German and/or English are required; willingness to acquire all missing language skills
  • Basic knowledge of quantum information theory
  • Experience in the Python programming language
  • Knowledge of LaTeX
  • Knowledge of quantum communication protocols with respect to multipartite entanglement
    distribution strategies, the characterization of quantum networks, to (anonymous) conference key
    agreement and to secret sharing
  • Experience with the simulation of corresponding communication protocols is desirable
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for workshops and conferences is desirable
  • Ability to work in a team is desirable

How to apply

Please send your written application, quoting the reference number and including the usual documents, by email to t.tsochantaris@tu-berlin.de.

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To ensure equal opportunities between women and men, applications by women with the required qualifications are explicitly desired. Qualified individuals with disabilities will be favored. The TU Berlin values the diversity of its members and is committed to the goals of equal opportunities. Applications from people of all nationalities and with a migration background are very welcome.

Facts

Number of employees ca. 7000
Category Research assistant
Location Germany, Berlin, Charlottenburg
Area of responsibility Academia and research, Research (academic)
Start date (earliest) Earliest possible
Duration until 31/07/29
Full/Part-time full-time, part-time employment may be possible
Remuneration Salary grade 13 TV-L Berliner Hochschulen
Homepage http://www.tu-berlin.de

Requirements

Qualification Master, Diplom or equivalent and PhD

Contact

Reference number IV-93/26
Contact person Dr. Pappa

Apply

Application deadline 20.03.2026
Reference number IV-93/26
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By email t.tsochantaris@tu-berlin.de