Fully Funded PhD Position in Wireless THz Communication at TU Wien (Starting October 2025)

Are you passionate about advanced electronics, applied physics, or high-frequency engineering? Here’s your chance to pursue a fully funded PhD opportunity at TU Wien, Austria’s leading research university, in collaboration with the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria (FHOÖ). This prestigious position is part of the doctoral programme “Future Wireless THz Communication Devices and Systems – FutureTHz”, funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF).

About TU Wien and FHOÖ

• TU Wien (Vienna University of Technology): Austria’s largest research and higher education institution in technology and natural sciences, with over 26,000 students and 4,000 researchers. Guided by the motto “Technology for People,” TU Wien has been shaping science and innovation for more than 200 years.
• University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria (FHOÖ): One of Austria’s most research-intensive applied universities with over 5,800 students and 440+ researchers. FHOÖ emphasizes interdisciplinary projects bridging technology, economics, and social sciences.

PhD Programme Overview

The FutureTHz Doctoral Programme is an interdisciplinary project between TU Wien and FHOÖ. The focus lies on the development of resonant-tunneling-diode (RTD) oscillators—a breakthrough technology for terahertz (THz) communication systems.

PhD Topic: Numerical simulation techniques for the analysis of arrays of RTD oscillators

As part of this programme, PhD candidates will receive joint supervision from professors at both TU Wien and FHOÖ. The goal is to train next-generation experts in THz electronics, with expertise spanning:

• Micro- and nano-fabrication
• Advanced measurement techniques
• Modelling and numerical simulations
• Real-world THz applications

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in THz electronics
• Develop advanced numerical simulation methods
• Present findings at international conferences
• Publish peer-reviewed research papers
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Contribute to academic and outreach activities

Candidate Profile

Applicants should have:

• A Master’s or Diploma degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied/Numerical Mathematics, or a related field
• Strong background in high-frequency electrical engineering or physics of electronic/optoelectronic devices
• Experience in numerical simulations, applied mathematics, or machine learning (an advantage)
• Excellent English communication and writing skills
• Strong motivation, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities

Benefits and Funding

• Competitive salary: €2,786.10/month gross (14 times per year, part-time 30h/week; prior experience may increase salary)
• Full funding for 4 years (expected duration of the PhD)
• Comprehensive social benefits, including health insurance
• High-quality supervision by leading scientists
• Opportunities for international networking, collaborations, and research secondments
• Training in both technical and transferable skills

TU Wien actively promotes diversity and inclusion. Women and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Details

Application deadline: October 9, 2025

Required documents:

• CV (Europass format) with publications and research activities
• Motivation letter
• One-page summary of your Master’s/Diploma thesis
• Degree certificates (Bachelor’s & Master’s) or progress statement if pending
• Transcripts of records
• Two recommendation letters

Submit applications via email to: 📩 karriere@tuwien.ac.at

For inquiries, contact the programme coordinator:
📌 Dr. Michael Feiginov – michael.feiginov@tuwien.ac.at

Why Apply?

This PhD opportunity combines the prestige of TU Wien, the applied research excellence of FHOÖ, and the innovative scope of the FutureTHz programme. With a strong focus on wireless terahertz communication, this project equips graduates with expertise highly sought after in telecommunications, nanotechnology, and applied physics.

If you want to be at the forefront of next-generation wireless technology, this is your chance.

✨ Apply today and start your PhD journey at TU Wien in October 2025!

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