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Faculty of Physics and Astronomy :
Plasma-, Astro- and Particle Physics
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 10
Research associates (m/f/x) within the CRC 1491 (29,8725 h)
We are looking for several doctoral researchers (E13, 75%) to work within the Collaborative Research Center SFB1491 ("Cosmic Interaction Matters - From Source to Signal"). For detailed information of the program, we refer to www.sfb1491.rub.de/
We are particularly opening positions to join our teams in the following research areas: Plasma physics in astrophysical sources, i.e. cosmic-ray acceleration at shock fronts Dark matter and astrophysical signatures in dwarf galaxies Multimessenger emission from the Milky Way Cosmic rays in the transition region from Galactic to extragalactic sources Magnetodynamical modeling of galaxies Neutrino emission from Seyfert galaxies Multimessenger emissions from Tidal disruption events When applying, please indicate what topics interest you most.
Scope: part-time
Duration: fixed-term, 3-year period
Start: at the earliest possible date
Apply by: 2026-05-20
Your tasks:
- physics development for the search for cosmic interacting matter
- cooperation within the collaborative research center SFB1491
- method development for the search for cosmic interacting matter
Your profile:
mandatory:
- a very good master's degreee in physics or a comparable discipline is required
- strong interest in the research of SFB1491
desirable:
- previous experience on the master's level in one of the above-mentioned topics
We offer:
- a professional work environment in an enthusiastic scientific team
- a PhD following a coordinated program via our integrated research school
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 transcript of records; Indication of one or two contacts as reference. These positions are being advertised subject to funding.
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/sbgk/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:
Prof. Dr. Julia Tjus +49 (0)234 32 28778
Vera Nowak (administrative questions) +49 (0)234 32 26710
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 2026-05-20. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5684.
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