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Faculty of Physics and Astronomy :
Theoretical Physics IV
In order to fill a fixed-term position in part-time (29.8725 hours/week = 75%) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for 1
Research associate (m/f/x) within the CRC 1491 (29,8725 h)
The Chair of Theoretical Physics IV, in particular Plasma Astroparticle Physics, works at the interface of plasma and particle physics. Within the scope of the Collaborative Research Center SFB 1491 ("Cosmic Interaction Matters - From Source to Signal") the Chair Theoretical Physics IV has a vacancy for a PhD position (m/f/x)
We are looking for a PhD student working on the theoretical development of a quantative model for superbubbles as sources of gamma rays and neutrinos. The candidate will be part of a team that develops a numerical model for cosmic-ray acceleration at a superbubble shockfront.
Scope: part-time
Duration: fixed-term, 3 years
Start: at the earliest possible date
Apply by: 2026-08-24
Your tasks:
Leptonic and hadronic interactions will be included in the model to predict the gamma-ray and neutrino emissions. These will be compared to current data and the candidate can become active within the IceCube and/or CTAO collaborations to design an analysis to search for emissions from superbubbles. The candidate will be part of a larger team within the collaborative research center SFB1491 to investigate, if the signatures from cosmic rays, gamma rays and neutrinos can give evidence that superbubbles can contribute to cosmic ray sources in the energy range that goes beyond classical Galactic source candidates, i.e. in the knee to ankle region of the cosmic-ray energy spectrum.
Your profile:
- Very good Master's degree in Physics
- Previous experience on the master's level in the above-mentioned topics
- Strong interest in contributing in an international consortium
We offer:
Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team, Employment at one of the largest universities in Germany within the University Alliance Ruhr
Further information:
The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV-L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV-L.
Further information can be found at (in German).
The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.
If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.
Your meaningful application should include the following documents: CV (with list of publications, if applicable); Cover letter including research statement (1 page) with summary of the Master's thesis and future research interest; Copy of Master's certificate including transcripts of records.
RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees.
German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF). https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/daf/mitarbeitende/index.html.en
The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact wpr@rub.de.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.
Contact persons for further information:
Vera Nowak Tel.: +49 234 32 26710
Christina Malty Tel.: +49 234 32 23779
Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.
We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2026-08-24. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5983.
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