The Friedrich Schiller University Jena is a dynamic and innovation-driven university centrally located in Germany. With a broad range of disciplines, it shapes the future through excellent research and teaching. Its scientific excellence is reflected in the profile areas Light – Life – Liberty, which provide pioneering insights and sustainable solutions for the society of tomorrow. Through close collaborations with leading research institutions, innovative companies, and renowned cultural organizations, it advances interdisciplinary developments. With around 17,000 students and approximately 10,000 employees, it defines Jena as a vibrant, internationally connected city of science and innovation.
The Abbe Center of Photonics seeks to fill the position of a
Scientific Assistant for Photonics
commencing as early as possible. We offer a full-time position (40 hours per week), offered as fixed-term position for 5 years.
The appointee is expected to establish an independent research group in a modern field of optics. While this is an open topic call, connections between the new junior research group and the existing research group for Nano & Quantum Optics (www.physik.uni-jena.de/en/iap/nano-quantum-optics) are explicitly desired. The new junior research group will be associated to the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy.
This call is focusing on strengthening diversity in science.
The advertised position is offered as a fixed-term position for a maximum of 5 years.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week).
In principle, the job is also suitable for part-time employment. The extent to which a part-time request can be granted, in particular with regard to the location and scope of the part-time work, will be assessed on the basis of the needs of the service.
Candidates with severe disabilities will be given preference in the case of equal qualifications and suitability.
Are you eager to work for us? Then apply by March 22, 2026 using our online form.
