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Work at the intersection of particle physics, machine learning and quantum computing. We welcome enquiries from students and researchers interested in our science.

This page welcomes expressions of interest. Availability, funding and formal requirements are discussed individually; specific advertised positions and deadlines will be listed here when confirmed.

Find your route into the group

Tell us what interests you and where you would like to take it.

Bachelor’s & Master’s projects

Explore a thesis project in theoretical particle physics, machine learning or quantum simulation. We can discuss a topic suited to your study programme and experience.

Useful preparation: an interest in theoretical physics and, for computational projects, familiarity with programming. Your project can be tailored to your current level.

Discuss a thesis project

PhD research

Develop a research question within one of our scientific themes. Get in touch to discuss scientific fit, possible supervision and potential funding routes.

In your enquiry, describe your academic background, research interests and expected availability. Admission and funding depend on the individual opportunity and applicable KIT requirements.

Discuss PhD research

Postdoctoral research

Contact us about research opportunities or a fellowship proposal connected to the group’s work. We are interested in scientific ideas that connect theory with new methods and experimental questions.

A short description of your current research, a CV and links to relevant publications are helpful for an initial discussion.

Discuss research opportunities

Visits & collaborations

Have a question that overlaps with our expertise? We welcome contact from researchers interested in a scientific collaboration or a possible visit.

Introduce your research idea, the people involved and, for a visit, your preferred timing and duration.

Start a collaboration enquiry

Start with a conversation

  1. Choose a research direction

    Explore our research themes and identify a question or method that interests you.

  2. Introduce yourself

    Email a brief introduction, your background and your preferred timing. Include a CV or publication links where relevant.

  3. Discuss the next steps

    We can discuss scientific fit, possible projects and the appropriate application or funding route.

Tell us what you would like to explore

Contact Prof. Dr. Michael Spannowsky, or find a group member whose research is close to your interests.