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Georg-August-Universität Zentr. Universitätsverwaltung

PhD researcher (all genders welcome)

Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Germany

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Role family
Engineering
Seniority
Mid level
Country
DE
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
26 Sept 2026

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the posting

  • An der Georg-August-Universität Göttingen Stiftung Öffentlichen Rechts – Institut für Astrophysik und Geophysik ist ab dem 01.12.2026 eine Stelle alsPhD researcher (all genders welcome)- Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L - in Teilzeit mit 60% der regelmäßigen wöchentlichen Arbeitszeit zu besetzen. Die Stelle ist befristet für 3 Jahre.The part-time position (60%, currently 23.88 hours/week) is intended for a duration of three years at the salary level TV-L E13. The starting date is flexible after 1 December 2026. The position is fully funded by zukunft.niedersachsen, the joint science funding program of the Lower Saxony Ministry of Science and Culture and the Volkswagen Foundation.
  • The successful applicant will contribute to an improved measurement of the Hubble constant by studying populations of evolved variable stars. The focus will be on statistical stellar standard candles, e.g., the Tip of the Red Giant Branch and J-region AGB methods, with the aim of improving absolute calibrations and the quantification of systematic uncertainties. Access to data from the 4-metre multi-object spectroscopic telescope (4MOST) will be provided, and contributions to the 4MOST project are expected. Data from the ESA Gaia mission and other public datasets (e.g., Roman, Rubin/LSST, OGLE) will complement the analysis. Targeted follow-up observations from the ground or space will be encouraged, e.g., using ESO’s facilities, Hubble and James Webb Space Telescope, or other observatories to which the Institute has access (Euler, MONET, HET). Contributions to the VELOcities of CEpheids (VELOCE) project and the Wide-field Spectroscopic Telescope (WST) are also possible.

Your profile

  • Master’s or equivalent degree in physics, astronomy/astrophysics for admission to the doctoral program (degree completion required by starting date)
  • Experience in coding and data analysis
  • Experience in stellar astrophysics, especially variable and/or evolved stars, is an asset
  • Experience in spectroscopic and/or photometric data analysis is an asset
  • Experience with time-series and/or large data sets is an asset
  • Willingness to travel (inter-)nationally and to conduct astronomical observations
  • Collaborative attitude, communicative, and problem-solver mindset
  • Very good command of the English language

What we offer

  • A dynamic research atmosphere at the intersection between stellar astronomy and observational cosmology
  • Personalized supervision and disciplinary training
  • Fully funded PhD position, including funds for travel and publications
  • An interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment with expertise spanning from the Solar system to the Early Universe
  • Access to state-of-the-art observational infrastructure
  • Comprehensive benefits package according to TV-L
  • A strong commitment to diversity, equality, and mutual respect
  • The position is based in Göttingen, a charming university city at the heart of Germany.
  • Note concerning generative AI: Please help us understand who YOU are by refraining from using generative AI, e.g., Claude or ChatGPT, to prepare your documents. Please also include short end notes in your motivation letter and research statement explaining whether and how AI was used.
  • Please submit your application as a single pdf containing a motivation letter, statement of research experience and interests (max. 3 pages), curriculum vitae (max. 2 pages), university degrees, transcript of records, and contact details of up to three referees electronically via the application portal of the university using this link:
  • For general information, please contact the Institute’s secretariat: [email protected]
  • For specific questions about the position, please contact [email protected] Universität Göttingen strebt in den Bereichen, in denen Frauen unterrepräsentiert sind, eine Erhöhung des Frauenanteils an und fordert daher qualifizierte Frauen nachdrücklich zur Bewerbung auf. Sie versteht sich zudem als familienfreundliche Hochschule und fördert die Vereinbarkeit von Wissenschaft/Beruf und Familie. Der beruflichen Teilhabe von schwerbehinderten Beschäftigten sieht sich die Universität in besondere Weise verpflichtet und begrüßt deshalb Bewerbungen schwerbehinderter Menschen. Bei gleicher Qualifikation erhalten Bewerbungen von Menschen mit Schwerbehinderung den Vorzug. Eine Behinderung bzw. Gleichstellung ist zur Wahrung der Interessen bereits in die Bewerbung aufzunehmen.Bitte reichen Sie Ihre aussagekräftige Bewerbung mit allen wichtigen Unterlagen bis zum 02.10.2026 ausschließlich über das Bewerbungsportal http://obp.uni-goettingen.de/de-de/OBF/Index/76679 ein. Institut für Astrophysik und Geophysik, [email protected]: Wir weisen darauf hin, dass die Einreichung der Bewerbung eine datenschutzrechtliche Einwilligung in die Verarbeitung Ihrer Bewerbungsdaten durch uns darstellt. Näheres zur Rechtsgrundlage und Datenverwendung finden Sie im Hinweisblatt zur Datenschutzgrundverordnung (DSGVO)
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