PhD Candidate in Quantum Gravity at Strong Coupling at the University of Hamburg 2026

The successful candidate will work as a doctoral research associate in the Emmy Noether Junior Research Group, “Quantum Gravity at Strong Coupling and its Impact on Physics at Low Energies”, funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG). The research project will be led by Dr. Max Wiesner and will focus on the computation of strong-coupling effects in string compactifications, with applications to quantum gravity, such as the Swampland Program and String Phenomenology.

Table of Content

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

Summary

• Application DeadlineApril 1, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Hamburg
• City to studyHamburg
• School to studyUniversity of Hamburg
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
• Continuing education opportunities
• University pensions
• Attractive location
• Flexible working hours
• Work-life balance opportunities
• Health management, EGYM Wellpass
• Educational leave
• 30 days of vacation per annum

Requirements

• A university degree in a relevant field. An excellent university degree (M.Sc) in Physics or Mathematics is required.
• Candidates are expected to have a strong background in theoretical and mathematical physics, in particular quantum field and string theory.

Application Documents

• cover letter
• CV
• copies of degree certificate(s)
• please also arrange for two letters of reference to be emailed directly to [email protected]

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

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Use only the online application form to submit your application with the application documents.

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