Prof. M. Czakon and Prof. M. Worek invite applications for Ph.D. positions in theoretical particle physics (hep-ph) with a starting date in the fall of 2024. The PhD projects concern precision Standard Model predictions for the LHC, perturbative QCD, top quark and Higgs boson physics. The recipients will be hosted by the Institute for Theoretical Particle Physics and Cosmology, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany.
We explicitly encourage applications from qualified women. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified. The deadline for applications is June 7, 2024.
More information about the Institute for Theoretical Particle Physics and Cosmology, RWTH Aachen University can be found at:
The PhD positions are funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) and by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). The PhD students will be eligible for association with
Please enclose in the application:
- cover letter stating your interests, motivation, and preference for either Prof. Czakon or Prof. Worek
- research statement,
- curriculum vitae,
- degree certificates and study transcripts with a description of the grading scheme,
- abstract (maximum half a page) of your diploma or masters thesis,
- list of your publications (if any).
Please arrange for 2 letters of recommendation to be submitted via AcademicJobsOnline.org.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a job interview shortly after the deadline. The job interview will include:
- an oral scientific presentation (20 minutes) given by you on a subject of your choice,
- an interview to gain a deeper understanding of your knowledge and motivation.
(posted 2024/05/19)