41,200 students and 7,750 employees in teaching, research and administration, all working together to shape perspectives for the future – that is the University of Münster. Embedded in the vibrant atmosphere of Münster with its high standard of living, the University’s diverse research profile and attractive study programmes draw students and researchers throughout Germany and from around the world.

The CRC 1459 (“Intelligent matter: from responsive to adaptive nanosystems”) is seeking to fill the position of a

Doctoral Research Associate (Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiterin, salary level E 13 TV-L)

commencing on 1 June 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. We are offering a fixed-term, part-time (65%) position for three years that is tied to working toward a doctoral degree in Theoretical Physics/Theoretical Chemistry. Full-time employees are required to teach 4 hours per week during the semester.

Your tasks:

• Carry out an independent doctoral research project in theoretical and computational modeling of complex nanoscale systems with emergent functionality.
• Develop and analyze physical models and numerical simulations to investigate charge transport, non-linear and time-dependent behavior, including memory-related effects in these systems.
• Work at the interface between theory and experiment within an interdisciplinary research environment.
• Disseminate research results through scientific publications, presentations, and active participation in the research environment.

Our expectations:

• A master’s (or equivalent) degree in physics, chemistry, or a closely related discipline.
• Very good experience with scientific programming and a good background in areas such as statistical physics, condensed matter physics, or non-linear systems.
• An independent, structured, and analytical working style, combined with openness to collaboration.
• Very good written and spoken English.

Advantages for you:

• Appreciation, commitment, openness and respect – values which are important to us.
• Our broad range of diverse work-time models offers great flexibility – also when working from home.
• If you have family members or young children in your care, our offers concrete support to help you balance your private and professional responsibilities.
• As an educational institution, we are deeply committed to offering opportunities tailored to your individual needs.
• From A – Z, Aikido to Zumba, our ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• As a university employee, you are entitled to numerous benefits afforded to public servants, e.g. an attractive company pension scheme (), an and a position that is shielded from economic fluctuations.

The University of Münster strongly supports . We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions.

We actively encourage applications by women. Women with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered unless these are outweighed by reasons which necessitate the selection of another candidate.

If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Andreas Heuer (E-Mail: ).

Are you interested? Then we look forward to receiving your application by 2026-03-22 electronically, as a single PDF file, to . Please note that we cannot consider other file formats. Please include a short statement (no more than 3 pages) of the candidate’s research experience and interests, a CV, relevant academic transcripts and the names and contact information of two potential referees.

Reference number: 2026_02_33