PhD Candidate in Physics/Electrical Engineering at the University of Bremen 2026

The University of Bremen, Department of Communication Engineering (Prof. Dr. - Ing. Dekorsy) at the Faculty 1 (Physics/Electrical Engineering), is offering, at the earliest opportunity, two positions as Research Assistant - PhD Candidate.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMay 28, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Bremen
• City to studyBremen
• School to studyUniversity of Bremen
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Annual special payment (“Christmas bonus”), regular collectively agreed salary increases, and an additional occupational pension scheme for the public sector (VBL)

• A secure, interesting, and varied position at an open-minded and internationally oriented university

• 30 days of paid annual leave per calendar year

• A diverse, forward-looking, and open organizational culture

• Support from a collegial and motivated team with a positive working atmosphere

• Individual onboarding and induction

• Opportunities for professional development and further training

• A good work–life balance through flexible working hours (flexitime) and the option of mobile working, bject to applicable conditions

• Free support services within the framework of social and family counseling

• An active occupational health management program, including the possibility of discounted access to local sports clubs, fitness studios, and swimming pools (EGYM Wellpass)

• The option to use a subsidized job ticket for public transportation

• A wide range of sports and cultural activities

• Varied and affordable dining options in the cafeterias operated by the Student Services (Studierendenwerk)

Requirements

• Very good degree (master's/university diploma) in communications engineering/information technology, technical computer science, applied mathematics, or related engineering or natural sciences.
• Very good knowledge of software implementation algorithms.
• In-depth knowledge in one or more of the following areas: communications engineering (baseband, resource management), signal processing, machine learning/artificial intelligence.
• First experience with software-defined radios (Ettus USRP) and GNU Radio.
• Good experience in programming/development environments (Python/MATLAB/C).
• Knowledge of 5G PHY and MAC according to the 3GPP standard would be a plus.
• Strong proficiency in spoken and written English (CEF level B1).

This position requires a strong interest in independent research, a highly independent and meticulous approach to work, a high level of motivation to work in transdisciplinary research projects, and excellent teamwork and organizational skills. 

Application Documents

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Proof of qualifications
• References

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Please send your application with your complete and informative documents as a PDF file by unencrypted email, quoting reference number A036-26, by May 28nd, 2026 to: [email protected].
• or by post to:
  Universität Bremen
  Fachbereich 1 (Physik/Elektrotechnik)
  Sekretariat Prof. Dekorsy
  Frau Eva Preuß
  Postfach 330 440
  28334 Bremen

For more information, kindly visit the University of Bremen webpage.