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Faculty of Physics and Astronomy :
Astronomy
In order to fill a fixed-term position in part-time (29.87 hours/week = 75%) as soon as possible, we are looking for 1
Research Associates (m/f/x) within CRC 1491 (27,8725 h)
We are looking for a doctoral researchers (E13, 75%) to work within the Collaborative Research Center SFB 1491 ("Cosmic Interaction Matters - From Source to Signal"). For detailed information, we refer to www.sfb1491.rub.de/
This position is primarily intended for researchers specializing in "radio continuum and optical observation" and comparison to "magnetohydrodynamic models of Galaxies” or closely related areas. It is a fixed-term position for a period of three years with the goal of completing a doctoral degree.
Scope: part-time
Duration: fixed-term, 3 years
Start: as soon as possible
Apply by: 2026-10-26
Your tasks:
- data reduction and analysis of radio continuum and polarization data, as well as deep optical imaging data
- studies of cosmic ray transport, star formation, and magnetic fields in galaxies
- comparison to prediction from (cosmological) magneto hydrodynamic simulation
- development of foreground predictions for the direct radio search for DM annihilation signature
- cooperation within the collaborative research center SFB1491
Your profile:
- bachlor's degree with very good grades in physics or physics and astronomy
- a completed master's degree in physics and astronomy is a mandatory requirement at the time of starting the position
- strong interest in the research of SFB1491
- Previous experience at the master's level in the above-mentioned scientific field
- demonstrated understanding of the physics of galaxy evolution
- experience in analysis of simulation and/or observational data on nearby galaxies
- experience in coding
We offer:
- a professional work environment in an enthusiastic scientific team
- a PhDfollowing 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.
We expect you to hand in a cover letter and a brief summary of your master's thesis (PDF-file). We expect to receive a well-prepared application.
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:
Prof. Dr. Dominik Bomans , Tel.: +49 234 32 22335
Ann-Kathrin Prinzenberg (Team Assistant) , Tel.: +49 234 32 18380
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 2026-10-26. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 6224.
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