PHD Thesis

PhD Candidate (f/m/x) - Organelle Biology and Proteomics in Cardiometabolic Disease

103022

Full time
39 hrs./week

Neuherberg near Munich

At Helmholtz Munich, we develop groundbreaking solutions for a healthier society in a rapidly changing world. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. Through strong partnerships, we accelerate the transfer of new ideas from the lab to real-life applications, improving lives.

The Research Unit Cellular Proteomics and Metabolic Signaling (headed by Dr. Natalie Krahmer) at the

Institute for Diabetes and Obesity (IDO)

develops and applies organelle-resolved proteomic workflows to investigate the cellular processes underlying the development of cardiometabolic diseases. The PhD position is based in the Research Unit and will be part of the Integrated Research Training Group (iRTG) of the German Research Foundation-funded Collaborative Research Centre (CRC) 1774 “Cardio-Diabetes Crosstalk (CARDDIAB)”.

CRC 1774 investigates how key metabolic organs—including adipose tissue, bone marrow, the intestine, and the liver—communicate with the cardiovascular system and thereby influence the transition from health to prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. By combining deeply characterized patient cohorts with state-of-the-art multi-omics technologies, advanced imaging, data science, and artificial intelligence, the CRC aims to uncover the mechanisms underlying cardiometabolic diseases and develop new precision-medicine approaches at the interface of diabetes and cardiovascular research.

You will conduct interdisciplinary projects spanning basic, translational, and clinical research. The programme focuses on inter-organ communication, metabolic regulation, inflammation, cellular energy metabolism, and the cardiovascular complications of diabetes within a highly collaborative and international research environment.

Your project will examine how cellular organelle organization and metabolic signaling pathways are altered during the development of cardiometabolic disease. You will combine biochemical and cell biological approaches with state-of-the-art mass spectrometry-based proteomics, phosphoproteomics, lipidomics, and computational data analysis.

Your tasks

• You will investigate the organization of cellular organelles and metabolic signaling pathways in cellular and mouse models of metabolic diseases
• You will perform biochemical and cell biological characterization of protein localization and organelle interactions
• You will apply and further develop cutting-edge proteomics workflows based on mass spectrometry
• You will collect, analyze, and integrate proteomics, phosphoproteomics, and lipidomics data

Your profile

• University degree (diploma or master’s) in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field in the natural sciences
• Knowledge of standard molecular and biochemical methods
• Great interest in proteomics, cell biology, metabolism, and bioinformatics
• Experience with mammalian cell lines and a willingness to work with mice
• Ability to integrate into an international work environment as a flexible and responsible team player
• Excellent written and spoken English skills
• You must meet all requirements for enrollment as a doctoral student at the Technical University of Munich

This position provides the opportunity for you to build specialist knowledge whilst developing key professional experience, both of which will help you to make strides in your scientific career.

Remuneration and social security benefits are based on the German Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees at Federal Level (EG 13 50% TV EntgO Bund). In addition, there is also the possibility of receiving an allowance if the applicable conditions are met. The position has an (initial) fixed term of three years but may be extended under certain circumstances.

Managing Director Mike Frieser: „We believe that diversity is the key to groundbreaking research and innovative solutions. Our flexible working models and remote options create a supportive environment for balancing work and family life. For us, contributing to a healthier society in such an inspiring workplace is truly meaningful.“

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Benefits

• Scientific Training: Helmholtz Munich Graduate School
• Career counseling: Career Center for PhD candidates
• Scientific Resources: State-of-the-art infrastruture and Core Facilities
• Health Promotion: Sports, company doctor, mental health initiatives
• International Staff Service: Support with the relocation and integration process in Germany

Interested in applying?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Philipp Melander, 089 3187-2107, who will be happy to help.

Our recruiting is decentralized - your application will be reviewed directly by the specialist department in which you could work in the future.

More information about our application process

Please send your application only via our online application tool and with the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter
• Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates
• References from recent employers
• Contact details for at least two referees
• List of publications

If you have obtained a university degree abroad, we will require further documents from you regarding the comparability of your degree at the latest by the time you start work.

Please request the Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications as early as possible.

We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion or age. In case of equal qualifications, preference will be given to applicants with severe disabilities.

Learn more about diversity at Helmholtz Munich

Our commitment

Helmholtz Munich
Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH)
Institute for Diabetes and Obesity
Ingolstädter Landstraße 1
85764 Neuherberg

Learn more about how we use AI in recruiting.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Student assistants

Student Assistant (f/m/x) Core Facility Bioinformatics and Statistics

103030

Stud. Assistant
20 hrs./week during semester, 39 hrs./week in lecture free time

Neuherberg near Munich

Partially Remote Work possible

At Helmholtz Munich, we develop groundbreaking solutions for a healthier society in a rapidly changing world. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. Through strong partnerships, we accelerate the transfer of new ideas from the lab to real-life applications, improving lives.

The **Core Facility Bioinformatics and Statistics (CF-BIOS

)** at Helmholtz Munich is looking for a highly motivated student assistant (f/m/x) to join our team.

CF-BIOS provides comprehensive bioinformatics and statistical support for diverse research applications. We work closely with the High-Performance Compute (HPC) team and on-campus computational groups (from the

Computational Health Center

) to provide support for the HPC users at Helmholtz Munich.

Your tasks

• Support the core facility staff with teaching, act as trainer or moderator in courses of the core facility (e.g. Introduction to BASH and HPC courses)
• Prepare teaching materials for e-learning courses, e.g. generation of content, recording and editing of videos
• Provide user support in coding club meetings, which are interactive support sessions for users learning R, Python or BASH
• Test latest AI tools and their application on the HPC cluster
• Further develop metadata annotation application (Python based)

Your profile

• Current student status and experienced in R, Python, BASH
• Familiar with container technologies (e.g. Docker, Apptainer) and package managers (e.g. Conda)
• Basic knowledge of statistics or bioinformatics and programming

Considered as a plus if you bring experience in/with

• teaching computational courses
• different e-learning formats
• the use of High-Performance Compute Clusters

Remuneration and social security benefits are based on the Collective Bargaining Association of German States (TdL). This position has a fixed term until 31 March, 2027.

Managing Director Mike Frieser: „We believe that diversity is the key to groundbreaking research and innovative solutions. Our flexible working models and remote options create a supportive environment for balancing work and family life. For us, contributing to a healthier society in such an inspiring workplace is truly meaningful.“

Get to know us

Interested in applying?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Thomas Walzthöni, thomas.walzthoeni@helmholtz-munich.de, who will be happy to help.

Our recruiting is decentralized - your application will be reviewed directly by the specialist department in which you could work in the future.

More information about our application process

Please send your application only via our online application tool and with the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter
• References from recent employers

31.10.2026

If you have obtained a university degree abroad, we will require further documents from you regarding the comparability of your degree at the latest by the time you start work.

Please request the Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications as early as possible.

We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion or age. In case of equal qualifications, preference will be given to applicants with severe disabilities.

Learn more about diversity at Helmholtz Munich

Our commitment

Helmholtz Munich
Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH)
Core Facility - Bioinformatics and Statistics
Ingolstädter Landstraße 1
85764 Neuherberg

Learn more about how we use AI in recruiting.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Senior Scientist (f/m/x) in Metabolomics and Tracer Analytics

103040

Full time
39 hrs/week

Neuherberg near Munich

Partially Remote Work possible

At Helmholtz Munich, we develop groundbreaking solutions for a healthier society in a rapidly changing world. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. Through strong partnerships, we accelerate the transfer of new ideas from the lab to real-life applications, improving lives.

We are looking to strengthen and expand the portfolio of functional omics services in our Core Facility Metabolomics and Proteomics and are seeking a highly motivated and accomplished Senior Scientist (f/m/x) to establish and expand tracer metabolomics and fluxomics capabilities, supporting researchers across Helmholtz Munich and beyond.

Our new colleague will be a team player enthusiastic about developing new analytical methods and advancing state-of-the-art metabolomics technologies. Training users, teaching advanced analytical methods, supervising scientific and technical staff and presenting results internally and externally are part of the job. The position reports directly to the Head of the Metabolomics and Proteomics Core Facility and will be available from January 2027.

Come and join a vibrant, cutting-edge international research environment and a highly motivated, collaborative Core Facilities team. We look forward to hearing from you.

Your tasks & responsibilities

• Design, establish and optimise a state-of-the-art stable isotope tracing and flux experiment services.
• Develop and apply data analysis workflows for stable isotope tracer experiments, isotopologue data analysis, and metabolic flux modeling.
• Perform and supervise metabolomics, lipidomics and fluxomics analyses using LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS platforms.
• Develop and maintain analytical methods, SOPs and quality-control procedures.
• Advise researchers on study design, tracer selection and experimental strategies.
• Support investigators in interpretation of results, publications and grant applications.
• Train and educate users in tracer metabolomics methodologies.
• Supervise and mentor scientific and technical staff supporting facility operations.

Your profile

• PhD in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Systems Biology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in tracer metabolomics and/or metabolic flux analysis using 13C, 15N and/or deuterium-labelled substrates.
• Hands-on experience across the tracer workflow, from experimental design to data analysis and interpretation.
• Experience with LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS instrumentation, including operation, optimization and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and the processing of other relevant biological matrices (e.g., tissues, biofluids) for metabolomics analyses.
• Solid understanding of cellular metabolism and metabolic pathways, with the ability to interpret data in a biological context.
• Computational skills for metabolomics and fluxomics data analysis, including proficiency in R and/or Python.
• Experience with software such as El-MAVEN, XCMS, MetaboAnalyst, INCA or 13CFLUX2 (or comparable tools).
• Experience in training users, teaching, or supervising scientific or technical staff.
• Clear and engaging communication to internal and external audiences.
• Strong commitment to customer-oriented scientific service and collaborative research.

If you fulfill all the requirements, you may be eligible for a salary grade of up to E 14. Social benefits are based on the Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees (TVöD). The position has an (initial) fixed term of 2 years, with the possibility of moving to a permanent contract.

We offer
• The opportunity to build and shape a new strategic capability in tracer metabolomics and fluxomics.
• Access to state-of-the-art mass spectrometry infrastructure and large translational research programs.
• Close interaction with leading scientists in metabolic health, precision prevention, bioengineering and health AI.
• A highly collaborative and international research environment with extensive opportunities for scientific networking.

Managing Director Mike Frieser: „We believe that diversity is the key to groundbreaking research and innovative solutions. Our flexible working models and remote options create a supportive environment for balancing work and family life. For us, contributing to a healthier society in such an inspiring workplace is truly meaningful.“

Get to know us

Benefits

• Career Development: Postdoc program, scientific training & career center with tailored offers
• Scientific Resources: State-of-the-art infrastruture and Core Facilities
• Recreation: 30 days annual leave, flexi days, plus public holidays
• International Staff Service: Support with the relocation and integration process in Germany
• Health Promotion: Sports, company doctor, mental health initiatives

Interested in applying?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Stefanie Hauck, stefanie.hauck@helmholtz-munich.de, who will be happy to help.

Our recruiting is decentralized - your application will be reviewed directly by the specialist department in which you could work in the future.

More information about our application process

Please send your application only via our online application tool and with the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter
• Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates
• References from recent employers
• Contact details for at least two referees
• List of publications

30.11.2026

If you have obtained a university degree abroad, we will require further documents from you regarding the comparability of your degree at the latest by the time you start work.

Please request the Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications as early as possible.

We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion or age. In case of equal qualifications, preference will be given to applicants with severe disabilities.

Learn more about diversity at Helmholtz Munich

Our commitment

Helmholtz Munich
Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH)
Core Facility
Ingolstädter Landstraße 1
85764 Neuherberg

Learn more about how we use AI in recruiting.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

02.09.2026

Your responsibilities include:

• Being part of the MALEG 4.0 project (BMWE, FKZ 020E-100743476), the efficiency of geothermal power plants is being improved
• This requires the automated generation and processing of hydrogeochemical data generated by field experiments involving an emulator (twin of the power plant processes)
• The data is evaluated using machine learning algorithms
• Data acquisition and database management
• Data processing for machine learning applications
• Model validation, benchmarking and transfer
• Establishing a Digital Chemical System
• Workflow integration into MALEG emulator
• Possibility for a PhD position 

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

03.09.2026

• Research: You will conduct research on methods, architectures, and protocols for communication networks, aiming for objectives such as very high data rates, low latency, adaptive and efficient traffic engineering, and routing to address the challenges of complex systems—such as the future Internet.
• Key Focus Areas: To achieve your research objectives, you may work on the following specific research areas: network architectures and protocols, programmable, verifiable, and autonomous networks, resilient and sustainable network systems, mobile communication and non-terrestrial networks, networks for distributed AI and AI-driven network control, the Internet of Agents, the Quantum Internet, Internet Measurement, as well as network and infrastructure security.
• Teaching: You will teach nine semester hours per week in the bachelor's and master's computer science programmes. Your courses are also open to students from other disciplines.

With this university professorship, you will assume leadership of an organizational unit at the Institute of Telematics (TM).

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

14.09.2026

Hence, this endowed professorship, funded by the Karl Schlecht Foundation, is dedicated to responsible leadership. Concretely, it examines responsible leadership and its conditions, mechanisms of action, and effects. Potential research priorities include:

• ethical leadership and decision-making processes, as well as leadership behaviour at the intersection of societal and economic responsibility
• leadership development (e.g., self-leadership, emotional and social skills, resilience, conflict competence)
• leadership for sustainable development and transformation
• relationship-oriented leadership (e.g., dynamics between leadership and followership, fostering employees and teams)

The professorship will fulfil university responsibilities with a teaching load of 9 semester hours per week. This will primarily be conducted at the central academic institution "House of Competence" (HoC) at KIT, particularly to expand the offerings of the Leadership Talent Labs (LTL). Overall, the professorship contributes to the interdisciplinary competency development of students across all disciplines at KIT, through training and coaching programmes.

Additionally, the professorship will offer courses in the study programmes of the KIT Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (e.g., in the Liberal Arts and Sciences programme).

At the HoC, the professorship will take on the academic leadership of the LTL and the “Perspektivenlabor”, as well as prospective additional academic leadership roles. There are excellent collaboration opportunities with the “Leadership Talent Academy” (Career Service).

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

16.09.2026

• Research: You will conduct research at a high level of abstraction in the context of the aforementioned challenges, focusing on EDA methods with the goal of enabling future generations of electronics systems to be both more efficient and more complex. You will establish collaborations both within and outside KIT, for example, with the Baden-Württemberg Graduate Center ConnAIX.
• Key focus areas: To achieve your research objectives, you will concentrate on the interaction between AI and design automation (e.g., AI for EDA or EDA for AI). Your emphasis lies in system‑level co‑design (hardware, software, neural networks, etc.) of electronic systems and in near‑system EDA methods for circuit and/or system design, with application domains such as low‑power, security, edge intelligence, distributed AI systems, chiplet‑based architectures, etc. Additional potentially relevant research topics include open‑source hardware design, generative AI in tool development, and EDA techniques for, for example, 2.5 D/3 D integration at future technology nodes, novel computing paradigms, and heterogeneous systems
• Teaching: You will teach 4 semester hours per week —or, after a successful final evaluation, 6 semester hours per week— in the bachelor’s and master’s programs in Computer Science. Additionally, you will contribute to the interdisciplinary master’s program in Chip Design.

Governance: With the tenure-track professorship, you will assume leadership of an organizational unit at the Institute of Computer Engineering (ITEC).

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

22.09.2026

Focus areas: The current research activities focus on investigating processes and interactions within the atmosphere and climate system. By combining theoretical concepts, data-driven approaches, and numerical methods, a cross-scale understanding of natural variability and anthropogenic changes in the Earth system is achieved.

• Research: You will conduct research in the field of atmospheric modelling on societally relevant topics ranging from climate research to climate adaptation. In doing so, you will make use of the unique observational data generated at IMKASF and have the opportunity to contribute to the further development of the coordinated modelling activities within the Helmholtz research field "Earth and Environment."
• Teaching: You will teach in the Bachelor's and Master's degree programs, in particular in Meteorology and Climate Physics, e.g. on topics such as climate system modelling and theoretical atmospheric physics, and foster early-career researchers in this field.
• Governance: During the W1 phase, you will lead and develop a research group and, in the potential W3 phase, additionally a department at IMKASF. In this role, you will be integrated into the Helmholtz program-oriented research within the research field "Earth and Environment."

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

30.09.2026

• The tenure-track professorship (W1) “Biomedical Photonics” will be affiliated with the KIT Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology. Your research focuses on the field of the intersection between medical engineering and neurosciences. Of particular interest are projects in the field of photonic and electronic, direct and indirect neural interfaces. Your work should focus on the development and fabrication of novel neural interfaces offering high biocompatibility and signal quality. Close collaboration with clinical users as well as neuroscientists should be a central element of your research activities.
• The position involves a teaching load of 4 hours per week; following a positive evaluation, this increases to 6 hours per week.
• Your teaching responsibilities represent Biomedical Photonics or your field of specialization in German- and / or English-language introductory and research-oriented advanced courses in the Bachelor’s and Master’s program in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, the Master’s program in Biomedical Engineering as well as in Optics & Photonics at the KIT Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology. To support you as you begin your teaching career, a wide range of language courses is available at KIT as needed.
• You are expected to actively participate in academic self-governance at the KIT Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology and in Division III, to secure public and industrial third-party funding, and to be actively involved in technology transfer.
• You are expected to contribute to at least one of the KIT Centers: Health Technologies, Materials in Technical and Life Sciences, or Humans and Technology as well as to the Graduate School Karlsruhe School of Optics & Photonics.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

01.10.2026

The position offers the opportunity to pursue doctoral research within an internationally connected and interdisciplinary research environment at the interface of economics, public policy, technological change, and global governance.

Your Responsibilities:

• Contribute to ongoing teaching (Bachelor/Master) and research activities - of the Chair
• Develop an independent research agenda with the objective of completing a doctoral dissertation
• Support the Chair’s research-related IT and data infrastructure, including the organization, processing, and management of research data and databases
• Provide technical support for research projects, including data preparation, database-related tasks, and the use of research software and computing environments. Support the preparation and implementation of Bachelor’s and Master’s courses in German and English
• Assist in the acquisition and management of research projects and third-party funding
• Participate in academic events, workshops, conferences, and research seminars
• Contribute to selected organizational and administrative activities of the Chair

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

01.10.2026

Successful candidates are expected to conduct excellent research, publish in international journals, and support the research and teaching activities at the KIT Cognition and Consumer Behavior Lab. A key research focus will be on how people perceive variability and risk.  The position is particularly interesting for people who enjoy conducting behavioral experiments at the intersection between cognitive psychology and economics and who are motivated to develop and test quantitative models of judgment and choice behavior.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

06.10.2026

You will establish and lead a research group focusing on additive 3D micro- and nanofabrication. The technological focus is on high-resolution 3D printing, in particular multi-photon lithography and multi-material printing, including metallic materials. Applications cover areas of microsystems technology in which three-dimensional freeform structures play a key role, in particular photonics and integrated optics as well as millimeter-wave and THz technology. The group complements the existing expertise of the Institute of Microstructure Technology (IMT) in additive nanofabrication and in optics & photonics, and makes use of the infrastructure of the Karlsruhe Center for Optics and Photonics (KCOP). The aim is to span the entire arc from fundamental research to application-oriented demonstrators of scalable devices and technology transfer to industry.
Your responsibilities include:

• Building up and leading the group, and developing and implementing an independent, internationally visible research agenda.
• Providing scientific and technical advice to institute members on multi-photon lithography and multi-material printing.
• Contributing to ongoing research projects (3DMM2O, HYPERION).
• Developing new technological approaches and device concepts, including device design by electromagnetic field simulation and ray optics, experimental characterization, and the development of scalable replication techniques (nanoimprint, elastomer molding).
• Acquiring third-party funding (e.g., DFG, BMFTR, EU/EIC), building collaborations with industrial partners, technology transfer, and project management.
• Supervising doctoral researchers, postdocs and students.
• Publishing research results in leading international journals and presenting them at scientific conferences.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

06.10.2026

• You will conduct research in the field of process simulation, ranging from numerical foundations and mechanistic and hybrid modeling approaches to the multiscale representation of processes and process value chains in particle technology.
• You will develop and integrate methods and concepts from artificial intelligence, thereby creating links between product design, process development, and simulation.
• Through simulation-based research, you will investigate and develop strategies for transferring processes to the industrial scale (scale-up) and incorporate methods for techno-economic assessment.
• You will address data quality, data integration, and data management for process simulation.

• You will make a significant contribution to research-oriented teaching in both fundamental and application-oriented courses, with a focus on process simulation and computational methods.
• You will develop topic-specific courses for the study programs Chemical and Process Engineering (B.Sc./M.Sc.), Computational Modeling in Engineering (M.Sc.), and Bioengineering (B.Sc./M.Sc.) at the KIT Department of Chemical and Process Engineering, and supervise student projects.
• The position involves a teaching load of 4 hours per week; following a positive evaluation, this increases to 6 hours per week.

• You will contribute to the development of new software tools.
• You will establish contacts with regional and supra-regional industrial partners and contribute to continuing education and professional training programs for industry.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

09.10.2026

The current research activities focus on combining fundamental studies, using modern experimental methods, with application-oriented research. Through experimental research carried out in INE’s radiochemical laboratories and accompanying model development, a cross-scale understanding of the behavior of radioactive waste forms and radionuclides under realistic conditions is achieved.

• You will address various research and development activities relating to nuclear- / geo- / chemical aspects of nuclear waste disposal, the interdisciplinary assessment of nuclear waste management concepts, fundamental aspects of the chemistry and geochemistry of radioelements, and geochemical aspects of geoenergy.
• In addition to the use of innovative experimental methods, you will also encompass the development of numerical simulation tools that are applicable to systemic assessment of nuclear waste management concepts.
• You will make a vital contribution to the transfer of knowledge within advisory bodies or expert panels on safety of final disposal. Research findings will be developed in close cooperation with the relevant nuclear waste management organisations and authorities for the ongoing site selection process for the final disposal of high-level radioactive waste in Germany, and are being made available to them.
• As part of the professorship, you will contribute to the teaching programme at KIT, particularly in the field of radiochemistry within the Master’s programme in chemistry at the KIT Faculty of Chemistry and Biosciences. In collaboration with lecturers from the institute, supplementary study offering on environmental radio-geochemistry will be held at the KIT Departement of Civil Engineering, Geo- and Environmental Sciences.
• You will execute large-scale research tasks with a teaching obligation of 2 hours per week per semester.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

09.10.2026

IMKAAF has an internationally recognized and scientifically excellent research profile in atmospheric science. Its core research areas include aerosol and cloud processes from the lower troposphere to the mesosphere. The institute operates unique research infrastructures of international visibility, including the AIDA atmospheric simulation chamber and its associated experimental and observational research platforms.

• You will assume a leading role in the strategic development of aerosol and cloud research at IMKAAF. In this role, you will strengthen the integration of the institute's research activities, scientific results, datasets, and expertise into observational networks and activities, while further enhancing their international connectivity.
• You will also play a key role in advancing the use of these resources in Earth system modelling as well as in data-driven and AI-supported applications at KIT, within the Helmholtz Association, and in the international research landscape.
• Furthermore, you will expand existing collaborations and research networks, particularly within the European ACTRIS network, initiate new strategic partnerships and research initiatives, and actively contribute to the advancement of the research field and the implementation of the Helmholtz research program "Earth and Environment" through the acquisition of competitive third-party funding.
• In addition, you will be committed to the education, supervision, and support of early-career researchers and will strengthen an excellent international research environment.
• With a reduced teaching load of 2 semester hours per week, you will teach lectures and laboratory courses within the Meteorology and Climate Physics degree programs (BSc in German, MSc in English).

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

12.10.2026

Large foundation models and vision-language-action models increasingly rely on long context windows to reason over high-resolution images, videos, multi-camera sensor streams, maps, interaction histories and language instructions. However, standard attention mechanisms scale unfavorably with context length, and large models remain difficult to deploy under real-time, memory and energy constraints in autonomous systems. You will investigate efficient long-context models for computer vision and VLA systems and apply it to autonomous driving.

The research will combine attention optimization, token reduction, model pruning and quantization to make large models scalable while preserving accuracy, robustness, and downstream action quality. The research will build on established ideas from Transformers, long-sequence attention, memory-efficient attention, vision transformers, deep compression, and recent VLA systems.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

14.10.2026

You will be involved in research software engineering (RSE) in the context of high-performance computing in the field of materials research. An important focus of your work is the development of domain-specific languages and supporting tools as interfaces to improve the usability of the codes, models, and data, as well as the productivity of end users, the reusability of code and data, and thus to avoid unnecessary calculations. You will conduct methodological research and actively participate in the planning, implementation, and testing of new features, as well as in bug fixes. Another task is the continuous maintenance of software repositories and databases. You will publish the results of your methodological research at conferences and in seminars. Furthermore, you will support users in the use of the newly developed tools in their projects and occasionally organize tutorials for them.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

15.10.2026

Grid-forming hybrid power plants are thought to be an essential building block of the energy transition, since they could be a full-fledged replacement for conventional power plants. This is achieved through the intelligent combination of various renewable generation technologies with storage systems to balance out weather-related fluctuations, provide essential system services, and thus actively contribute to the stability of future power grids. As part of the CHIMERA project, the goal is to investigate such concepts for grid-forming hybrid power plants and evaluate them in terms of their technical, economic, and regulatory feasibility. Specifically, your responsibilities will include:

• Development and testing of methods for reducing EMT simulation models of the power grid and their transfer to RTDS real-time simulation, as well as the creation of transmission grid models in PowerFactory and RTDS/RsCAD
• Investigation of system-wide interactions between hybrid power plants and active grid assets
• Scientific and administrative coordination of the work in the CHIMERA work package “Integration of HiL Test Environments into the Co-Simulation Platform”
• Preparation of project reports
• Publication of results in peer-reviewed journals and at conferences
• Supervision of student theses

In addition to research activities, there is the opportunity to pursue a Ph.D.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

16.10.2026

• Further development of the complex technical specifications of the HIU’s IT architecture, including the implementation of security policies (data security), implementation of updates, and ensuring data backups
• Administration, monitoring, and further development of the Linux-based server environment, as well as administration of infrastructure services such as LDAP, SAMBA, DNS, DHCP, etc., and databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL)
• Participation in the operation of a complex data management system for the various experimental set-ups and support for sophisticated analysis procedures, using artificial intelligence methods, if needed
• Hardware and software support for workstation and measurement station computers (1st- and 2nd-level support)
• Technical support for in-person and online events 

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

20.10.2026

Comprehensive sorption experiments will be conducted with selected radionuclides on natural rock samples. The work will include:

• Planning of the sorption experiments and defining experimental parameters and boundary conditions
• Conducting sorption experiments in glove boxes, including dilute as well in saline solutions
• Quantification of the sorption experiments and analysis of the retention mechanisms using complementary spectroscopic and analytical methods 
• Geochemical modeling to assess radionuclide speciation and solubility
• Determination of sorption coefficients (Kd values) from the primary experimental data
• Systematic assessment of newly determined sorption parameters
• Reporting and documentation of results
• Dissemination of results at national and international conferences and publication in scientific journals

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE)

Technical staff

Reference No. HI 2025/11

The Helmholtz Institute HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE) is looking for

Talents Community - Technician (m/f/d) at HIPOLE Jena

Your Tasks

• Processing of battery materials (e.g., preparation of electrodes) as well as assembly of various battery cell types and systems (e.g., coin cells, Swagelok cells, pouch cells, redox-flow cells)
• Physical and electrochemical characterization of battery materials and cells, e.g., via impedance spectroscopy, cyclic voltammetry, and charge/discharge experiments
• Responsibility for support and maintenance of laboratory equipment and technical devices
• Contribution to method development for characterization
• Support in the procurement and setup of equipment, including consumables
• Responsibility for general order and cleanliness in the laboratory

• Completed vocational training as a technical assistant (CTA/PTA) or a comparable professional qualification
• Proven experience in the assembly and characterization of battery cells
• Very good knowledge of electrochemistry
• Strong technical understanding and willingness to familiarize with new topics
• General computer skills, including Windows and Office
• Good written and spoken English skills

You demonstrate a high level of motivation, initiative, and willingness to engage with a wide range of tasks. You are characterized by strong teamwork skills, reliability, independence, and good communication abilities. You enjoy working in an interdisciplinary, international team within a diverse and dynamic environment.

Further Information

Anne Kürschner

+493641948589

Closing Date: 31.01.2027

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Experiment Control and Data Acquisition

Vocational training

Reference No. IT 2026/8

The Department Experiment Control and Data Acquisition is looking for

Dual Computer Science Degree Programme 2026

Your Tasks

Your Profile

Further Information

Olaf-Peter Sauer

+49 30 8062 42591

sauer@helmholtz-berlin.de

Closing Date: 19.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE)

PHD Thesis

Reference No. HI 2026/14

The Helmholtz Institute HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE) is looking for

PhD student (m/f/d) in Sustainable Polymer Materials and Electrochemical Energy Storage at HIPOLE Jena

Your Tasks

• Develop and synthesize novel organic and polymeric functional materials for electrochemical energy storage
• Develop, apply, and optimize innovative polymerization and synthetic methods to control material structure and function
• Perform comprehensive structural, spectroscopic, chromatographic, and thermal characterization
• Investigate electrochemical properties and evaluate materials in relevant energy-storage systems
• Establish structure-property-function relationships and concepts for sustainable and circular materials

• A successful master’s degree in chemistry, polymer chemistry, materials science or a comparable field of study
• Strong demonstrated experience in organic chemistry and/or polymer chemistry
• Knowledge of and strong interest in novel polymerization and synthetic methodologies
• Experience with analytical methods for polymer and materials characterization
• Knowledge of or strong interest in electrochemistry and electrochemical energy storage; practical battery-cell experience is an advantage
• Very good written and spoken English skills

You enjoy working in an interdisciplinary, international team within a diverse and dynamic work environment.

Further Information

Anne Kürschner

+493641948589

Closing Date: 31.10.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Finances and Accounting

Administrative staff

Reference No. A 2026/5

The Department Finances and Accounting is looking for

Employee (f/m/d) Accounting

Further Information

Florian Wichert

florian.wichert@helmholtz-berlin.de

Closing Date: 01.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Perovskite-based Multi-Junction Solar Cells

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Reference No. SE 2026/14

The Young Investigator Group Perovskite-based Multi-Junction Solar Cells is looking for

Postdoc (f/m/d) Development of All-Perovskite Triple Junction Solar Cells

Your Tasks

• Manufacturing high-efficiency perovskite-based triple cells

• Characterising devices, analysing experimental losses, and simulating single and tandem solar cells

• Processing individual steps in device fabrication

• Coordinating development work and experiments in cooperation with HZB, other institutes, and industrial partners

• Publishing scientific results and writing project proposals for the acquisition of new third-party funded projects

• Completed doctoral degree in materials science, chemistry, physics, engineering or a related field
• In-depth knowledge of semiconductor technology and the physics of solar cells
• Hands-on experience in processing thin films and solar cells in the topic of perovskite technology
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Enthusiasm about solar cells with drive for efficiency and team spirit

Silvia Mariotti

0049 (0)30 8062 14690

silvia.mariotti@helmholtz-berlin.de

Closing Date: 05.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Application Services

IT - Computing

Reference No. IT 2026/9

The Department Application Services is looking for

SAP IT Systems Engineer (w/m/d)

Your Tasks

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Florian Heiß

+49 30 8062 43258

Closing Date: 08.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE)

Administrative staff

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

Reference No. HI 2026/15

The Helmholtz Institute HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE) is looking for

Administrative Assistant / Office Management (m/f/d) HIPOLE Jena

Your Tasks

All tasks must be performed fluently in both German and English:

• Independent handling of administrative tasks, documentation, and internal administration
• Administrative and organizational support for employees and management
• Scheduling and coordination of workflows
• Support in human resources management, purchasing, and inventory management
• Secretarial support for professors, particularly in travel management and expense reporting
• Correspondence, incoming and outgoing mail, and email communication
• Communication with internal and external business partners, as well as hosting guests and collaboration partners
• Administrative support in organizing and conducting internal events and seminars

• Completed vocational training as an Administrative Assistant, Office Management Assistant, or comparable qualification
• Initial professional experience in administration, secretarial work, office management, or a similar field
• Good knowledge and confident use of common office software, particularly MS Office
• Basic knowledge of business administration, particularly accounting and HR administration
• Strong organizational skills and a highly independent and structured working style
• High level of confidentiality and loyalty
• Very good written and spoken German skills
• Very good written and spoken English skills

You enjoy working in an interdisciplinary, international team within a diverse and dynamic work environment.

The position is initially limited to 24 months and comprises approximately 30 hours per week. There is a possibility of an extension into a permanent position.

Further Information

Anne Kürschner

+493641948589

Closing Date: 12.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE)

PHD Thesis

Reference No. HI 2026/11

The Helmholtz Institute HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE) is looking for

PhD student (m/f/d) for Synthesis and Characterization of Redox-Active Polymers at HIPOLE Jena

Your Tasks

• Synthesis of redox-active monomers and polymers
• Characterization of redox-active polymers (from structural characterization to electrochemical properties)
• Coupling of redox-active polymers with photocatalytic units
• Investigation of photocatalytic reactions in collaboration with CataLight (e.g., hydrogen evolution or alcohol oxidation)
• Summary, presentation, and publication of the results in English

• A successful master’s degree in chemistry or a comparable field of study
• Extensive and proven experience in organic chemistry and/or polymer chemistry
• Experience in organic synthesis and, ideally, in polymer synthesis
• Experience with analytical methods for polymer characterization
• Very good knowledge of electrochemistry and, ideally, photocatalysis
• Very good written and spoken English skills

You enjoy working in an interdisciplinary, international team within a diverse and dynamic work environment.

Further Information

Anne Kürschner

+493641948589

Closing Date: 15.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE)

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Reference No. HI 2026/13

The Helmholtz Institute HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE) is looking for

Postdoc (m/f/d) for organic / polymer-based redox-flow-batteries at HIPOLE Jena

Your Tasks

• Synthesis and characterization of novel molecules and polymers for use in organic / polymer-based redox-flow-batteries
• Assembly and electrochemical characterization of polymer redox flow batteries
• Summary, presentation and publication of the results (in English language)

• Completed PhD in polymer chemistry, electrochemistry, or a related field
• Extensive and proven experience in organic chemistry and/or polymer chemistry
• Experience with analytical methods for polymer characterization
• General computer skills, including Windows and Office
• Very good knowledge of electrochemistry
• Excellent written and spoken English skills

You enjoy working in an interdisciplinary, international team within a diverse and dynamic work environment.

Further Information

Anne Kürschner

+493641948589

Closing Date: 15.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Interface Design

PHD Thesis

Reference No. SE 2026/15

The Department Interface Design is looking for

PhD (f/m/d) for the Investigation of Electrocatalyst Materials for Green Hydrogen Production Using Synchrotron-Based X-Ray Spectroscopies

Your Tasks

• You study the chemical and electronic structure of electrocatalysts with X-ray spectroscopic techniques.
• You plan and conduct experiments - in labs and at synchrotron radiation sources.
• You efficiently communicate and cooperate with other researchers within ASCEND and the HZB to jointly work on project tasks to reach milestones.
• You take on research and project management tasks.
• You curate data and prepare reports, presentations, and publications.
• You support the further development of spectroscopic methods for the characterization of catalysts for the production of green fuel.

• Completed master’s degree in physics, chemistry, materials science or equivalent degree
• Expert in electrocatalysis
• Demonstrated experience in research with electrochemical techniques
• Knowledge of X-ray spectroscopies, operating ultra-high vacuum equipment is of advantage
• Some lab experience in the synthesis of nanomaterials is of advantage
• Experience (or manifest interest) in data fitting as well as programming in Python
• Intercultural competence and excellent communication skills
• Excellent proficiency in English (C1-level), while some German knowledge would be appreciated

• Motivation letter, including your research interests and a statement why you think you are the perfect fit for this position (max. 1 page)
• Experiment proposal to address one pressing question in the field of electrocatalysis for green hydrogen production with operando X-ray spectroscopy (max. 1 page)  
• Curriculum vitae with the stages of your career, publications, research experience and the contact details of at least two scientific references
• Certificates and grades

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Marcus Bär

+49 (030) 8062 - 15641

marcus.baer@helmholtz-berlin.de

Closing Date: 08.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Electronics

Technical staff

Reference No. WI 2026/8

The Department Electronics is looking for

Wissenschaftlich arbeitender Entwicklungsingenieur*in Analogtechnik (w/m/d)

Your Tasks

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Dr.-Ing. Taro Breuer

+49 30 8062 42375

Closing Date: 19.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Science and Technology of Accelerating Systems

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Reference No. BE 2026/3

The Institute Science and Technology of Accelerating Systems is looking for

Postdoc (f/m/d) Development of a Ferroelectric Fast-Reactive Tuner (FE-FRT) for RF Cavities

Your Tasks

• Simulation, design and construction of fast ferroelectric tuners (FE-FRTs) for 800-MHz superconducting RF cavities to rapidly compensate microphonics
• Study the integration of FE-FRTs in the PERLE ERL Demonstrator and FCC-ee accelerators
• Bench testing of FE-FRTs and demonstration of their efficacy with SRF cavities in the HZB HoBiCaT test facility

Your Profile

• Doctoral degree in physics, electrical engineering or related discipline
• A minimum of 2 years of experience with FE-FRT cavity tuners is essential
• A minimum of 2 years of superconducting RF related experience is essential
• A minimum 5 years of experience with RF systems and their tests is essential
• Extensive experience with RF simulation techniques
• Experience in mechanical design is desirable
• Willingness to participate and coordinate international collaborations, and to travel
• Very strong communication skills in English (C1 level)
• Project management skills

• Motivation letter in English outlining your background, research interests, and motivation for applying for this postdoctoral position
• CV detailing your education, professional and research experience, and publications
• Contact details for two references

Mr. Axel Neumann

+49 30 8062 - 17917

axel.neumann@helmholtz-berlin.de

Closing Date: 30.10.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Administrative Management

IT - Computing

Reference No. GF 2026/11

The Executive Administrative Management is looking for

Teamlead (f/m/d) IT Security - Security Operations Center (SOC)

Your Tasks

• Leading the SOC team, including staff planning, role allocation and staff development
• Designing and establishing the SOC’s organisational structures, responsibilities and interfaces
• Planning and managing the development of the SOC, including priorities, milestones, resources and decision-making documents
• Developing and implementing processes for security monitoring, alarm handling, escalation and incident response, including appropriate playbooks and runbooks
• Gradually transitioning SOC capabilities into routine operations and continuously reviewing their effectiveness in a research environment
• Coordination of the handling of security incidents, involving external forensic experts where necessary
• Collaboration with international research organisations, as well as the development of suitable in-house training and awareness-raising programmes

Your Profile

• A Master’s degree in Computer Science or Natural Sciences with practical experience in IT security; experience in a research environment would be an advantage
• Ability to build teams, structures and processes, and to find practical solutions to complex requirements
• In-depth practical knowledge of IT security, in particular network and system security, security architectures, and identity and access management
• Knowledge of relevant security standards and frameworks, such as BSI Grundschutz, ISO 27000 and NIST CSF
• Ideally, experience in the design, set-up or operation of a SOC, including incident response processes, alert management and escalation procedures
• Practical experience with SOC technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, threat intelligence and vulnerability management, as well as relevant frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, is desirable
• Excellent command of German and English, as well as strong decision-making skills, the ability to take the initiative and the capacity to communicate complex issues in a manner appropriate to the audience

Conversion to a permanent contract is generally possible and will be sought by the HZB if the candidate is suitably qualified.

Further Information

Dr. Britta Höpfner

+49 30 806214371

britta.hoepfner@helmholtz-berlin.de

Closing Date: 19.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Functional Oxides for Energy-Efficient IT

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Reference No. QM 2026/5

The Institute Functional Oxides for Energy-Efficient IT is looking for

Postdoc (f/m/d) on Ferroelectric Ultra-Scaled Devices for Topotronics

Your Tasks

• Fabrication of ferroelectric devices (2- and 3-terminal devices) and scaling down to sub-100 nm dimensions using e-beam lithography
• Detailed electrical characterization of ferroelectric devices
• Investigation of signatures of polar textures in devices
• Investigation of the manipulation of polar textures by electric fields or optical means
• Use of AI-based approaches to analyze large numbers of devices
• Presentation of research results at international conferences and publication in scientific journals
• Supervision of an engineer developing e-beam lithography and etching processes
• Supervision of Master's students

• PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Extensive experience with electrical measurements
• Extensive experience with semiconductor devices
• Extensive experience in device fabrication and cleanroom environments
• Proficiency in Python
• Knowledge of AI-based approaches for large-scale data analysis is an advantage
• English proficiency at C1 level
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills

The position is fixed-term until 31 August 2029.

Please submit the following documents together with your application:

• Letter of application
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of publications
• Copies of diploma and grades with English translation
• Name of three potential reviewers

Prof. Catherine Dubourdieu

(030) 8062-42868

catherine.dubourdieu@helmholtz-berlin.de

Closing Date: 08.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE)

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Reference No. HI 2026/4

The Helmholtz Institute HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE) is looking for

Postdoc (m/f/d) for Polymer and Colloid Characterization at HIPOLE Jena

Your Tasks

• Characterization of novel materials for use in energy storage systems (e.g., redox flow batteries) using hydrodynamic and light scattering methods
• Building fundamental expertise in energy research and assisting with the supervision of degree theses (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD)
• Conceptual development of characterization methods in solution, particularly with regard to the institute’s needs
• Summary, presentation and publication of the results in English
• Active development of your academic profile and expertise in an exciting new field of work and research

• Successful Master's degree in chemistry, physics, materials science, or a related field, as well as a Ph.D. in macromolecular chemistry, physical chemsitry of polymers, engineering, or related fields
• Excellent understanding of fundamental physical principles and their practical application
• Knowledge of polymer chemistry/polymer physics is an advantage
• Basic knowledge of analytical techniques and methods
• In addition to general computer skills, including Windows and Office, an affinity for programming and the use of advanced software is a plus
• Very good written and spoken English skills including experience in presenting scientific content in English
• Very good publication record and, ideally, experience in securing external funding

You enjoy working in an interdisciplinary, international team within a diverse and dynamic work environment.

The employment contract is limited to 24 months. There is the possibility of both an extension and a permanent position.

Further Information

Anne Kürschner

+493641948589

Closing Date: 30.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Electrochemical Energy Storage

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Reference No. CE 2026/16

The Institute Electrochemical Energy Storage is looking for

Scientist (f/m/d) for AI-Assisted Analysis of Synchrotron Tomography Data in Battery Research

Your Tasks

• You will use modern 2D/3D/4D analysis and evaluation methods with special 3D software using machine learning tools such as neural networks.
• You will perform quantitative analyses on existing large amounts of operando 4D tomographic data and improve the evaluation algorithms in close collaboration with other experts.
• You will use 4D operando X-ray/synchrotron as well as neutron tomography techniques to study batteries and other material systems.
• You will work in an interdisciplinary team with several other research groups in Germany.

• Completed studies in physics or comparable
• Very good knowledge of synchrotron and neutron tomography techniques and applications on battery systems
• Expert knowledge of 3D measurement and evaluation methods, esepcially in the use of AI techniques
• Good team spirit and readiness for interdisciplinary work
• English language skills at C1-level

Dr. rer. nat. Ingo Manke

+49 8062 42682

manke@helmholtz-berlin.de

Closing Date: 04.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE)

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Reference No. HI 2026/3

The Helmholtz Institute HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE) is looking for

Postdoc (m/f/d) for automated polymer research at HIPOLE Jena

Your Tasks

• Synthesis of polymers and materials using automated / robotic synthesis platforms for applications in energy storage and conversion devices.
• Establishment of online and inline characterization of materials and polymers in terms of chemical structure (e.g., NMR, IR, SEC) and functional properties (e.g., cyclovoltammetry).
• Development of feedback-driven synthesis including the design of self-driving labs for the autonomous design of new polymers and materials for energy storage and conversion.
• Summary, presentation, and publication of the results (in English).

• PhD in polymer chemistry, automated chemistry, robot-assisted chemistry, electrochemistry, or a related field
• Extensive experience in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, and/or robot-based/automated chemistry
• Good programming skills, e.g., Python
• Very good written and spoken English skills

You demonstrate a high level of commitment, initiative, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to familiarize yourself with diverse areas of responsibility. You are characterized by your teamwork skills, reliability, independence, and communication abilities (including proficiency in English).

You enjoy working in an interdisciplinary, international team within a diverse and dynamic work environment.

Further Information

Anne Kürschner

+493641948589

Closing Date: 30.11.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

• enrolled at an University 

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

• enrolled at an University 

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Diploma & Master Thesis

• Mineral microscopy (light, polarization) on thin sections
• XRF elemental scanning
• GIS visualization

• Master’s student in geosciences, geology, geography or related field
• Interest in Arctic systems
• Basic analytical & lab skills
• GIS skills 

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

• Excellent research environment with access to globally unique infrastructure, comprehensive datasets, and international expeditions
• Opportunity to develop and pursue independent scientific ideas and innovative research approaches addressing societally relevant questions
• Close scientific collaboration and interdisciplinary cooperation within the institute as well as with national and international partners
• An international working environment with daily interaction with colleagues from around the world
• Opportunities for professional and personal development
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of mobile working for up to 50% of regular working hours
• Annual special payment in accordance with the German public sector collective agreement (TVöD Bund)
• Occupational health promotion and company fitness programme with Hansefit
• Support services and an established culture promoting work–life balance, e.g. through our family office offering childcare services (e.g. holiday programmes) as well as advice on family and care responsibilities
• Occupational pension scheme (VBL)

• Meaningful work at a leading international research institute, contributing to the understanding of oceans, climate, and polar regions
• A diverse working environment at the interface of science, technology, and administration
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of mobile working for up to 50% of regular working hours
• Opportunities for professional and personal development
• 30 days of annual leave (full-time), plus additional days off on December 24th and 31st
• Annual special payment in accordance with the German public sector collective agreement (TVöD Bund)
• Occupational health promotion and company fitness programme with Hansefit
• Support services and an established culture promoting work–life balance, e.g. through our family office offering childcare services (e.g. holiday programmes) as well as advice on family and care responsibilities
• Occupational pension scheme (VBL)

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

PHD Thesis

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

• Processing and synthesis of water temperature, salinity, velocity, and sea ice data
• Analysis of observations and model output using oceanographic theory
• Combining data from different platforms, distributed in space and time, and upscaling results
• Using output from other research to distinguish regional components of change
• Presentation of the results at conferences and publication in scientific journals
• Participation in research expeditions to deploy instruments and obtain measurements

• Master's degree or equivalent in physical oceanography or environmental science
• Good understanding of ocean dynamics and ocean observation
• Willingness to join oceanographic research expeditions to the polar regions and collaborate with colleagues as part of a team
• Good programming skills in a high-level programming language (e.g. MATLAB, Python)
• Good command of English (approximately equivalent to CEFR level B2)
• Experience in marine/polar field work, and experience using satellite, reanalysis, or model products are considered assets

• Excellent research environment with access to globally unique infrastructure, comprehensive datasets, and international expeditions
• Opportunity to develop and pursue independent scientific ideas and innovative research approaches addressing societally relevant questions
• Close scientific collaboration and interdisciplinary cooperation within the institute as well as with national and international partners
• An international working environment with daily interaction with colleagues from around the world
• Opportunities for professional and personal development
• Flexible working hours 
• 30 days of annual leave (full-time), plus additional days off on December 24th and 31st
• Annual special payment in accordance with the German public sector collective agreement (TVöD Bund)
• Occupational health promotion and company fitness programme with Hansefit
• Support services and an established culture promoting work–life balance, e.g. through our family office offering childcare services (e.g. holiday programmes) as well as advice on family and care responsibilities
• Occupational pension scheme (VBL)

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

• enrolled at an University 

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

PHD Thesis

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

• Analyse the microstructure (grain size, c-axis orientation, etc.) of the deepest ~200m of the BELDC ice core via designated structural glaciology methods
• Plan and participate in ice core related work in the AWI cold laboratory (-20°C)
• Help in developing and maintaining new devices to investigate the physical properties of ice
• Collaborate with group members to combine microstructural and geochemical data
• Contribute to the scientific interpretation of observations from the BELDC ice core
• Participate in remote field work (4-12 weeks) in Greenland or Antarctica
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present them at national and international conferences
• Conduct public outreach (not necessary, but encouraged)

• Master’s degree or equivalent in geosciences, geology, physics, environmental sciences, geochemistry, geophysics, or a closely related discipline
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary polar and ice core research
• Knowledge of structural geology, basic glaciology, ice sheets, and similar topics
• Experience with cold laboratory work, fieldwork and/or microstructural datasets
• Experience with quantitative data analysis using R, Python, MATLAB, or comparable software; image analysis (FIJI, ImageJ) and GIS experience is advantageous
• Very good command of English (approximately equivalent to CEFR level C1)
• Knowledge of German is advantageous but not required
• Willingness to participate in international field campaigns

• Excellent research environment with access to globally unique infrastructure, comprehensive datasets, and international expeditions
• Opportunity to develop and pursue independent scientific ideas and innovative research approaches addressing societally relevant questions
• Close scientific collaboration and interdisciplinary cooperation within the institute as well as with national and international partners
• An international working environment with daily interaction with colleagues from around the world
• Opportunities for professional and personal development
• Flexible working hours
• 30 days of annual leave (full-time), plus additional days off on December 24th and 31st
• Annual special payment in accordance with the German public sector collective agreement (TVöD Bund)
• Occupational health promotion and company fitness programme with Hansefit
• Support services and an established culture promoting work–life balance, e.g. through our family office offering childcare services (e.g. holiday programmes) as well as advice on family and care responsibilities
• Occupational pension scheme (VBL)

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Scientific support staff

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Diploma & Master Thesis

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

• You will optimize existing workflows for the extraction of microplastics from biological material to ultimately establish reliable methods for varying matrices
• You will extract microplastic polymers from different matrices (e.g., zooplankton, fish tissues) and analyse the composition via micro-Fourier Transform Infrared (µFTIR) and/or Raman microscopy
• You will analyse and interpret your data and present your findings in a written thesis and scientific presentation

• You are enrolled in a Master’s programme (e.g. Marine Biology, Ecotoxicology, Environmental Science, or related fields)
• You are interested in method development, polar ecosystems and environmental stressors
• You have good organisational and problem-solving skills
• You are able to work independently and carefully in a lab environment
• You have experience with laboratory work

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Scientific support staff

• Assessment of zooplankton biodiversity using molecular genetic methods
  • DNA metabarcoding analyses of bulk zooplankton and environmental DNA samples, including laboratory work, data processing, and biodiversity analyses
  • Sample archiving and provision of data, scripts, and results in accordance with the FAIR principles
  • Cross-validation of zooplankton biodiversity assessment by molecular genetics, traditional microscopy, and imaging methods in collaboration with DZMB

• Contribution to and support for project management led by DZMB Senckenberg
  • Organisation of and participation in monthly expeditions (March-October 2027, 3-4 days per month) to the North Sea. This task involves taking samples and preserving zooplankton and environmental DNA samples
  • Organisation of project workshops

• Communication of project results to stakeholders
• Publication of project results in peer-reviewed journals
• Writing of a project report

• Master's degree or PhD in marine biology, natural sciences or related disciplines
• Expertise in the application of DNA metabarcoding of zooplankton and/or environmental DNA
• Experience in data analyses, preferably using R
• Experience with sea-going expeditions on research vessels and sampling of zooplankton and eDNA; resilience to motion sickness
• Willingness to participate in inter- and transdisciplinary work
• Very good communication skills, ability to work in a highly collaborative, trans- and interdisciplinary as well as international environment
• Very good command of English and German (approximately equivalent to CEFR level C1)

• Taxonomic understanding of marine fauna with a focus on the North Sea
• Experience in transdisciplinary research and stakeholder dialogue

• Excellent research environment with access to globally unique infrastructure, comprehensive datasets, and international expeditions
• Opportunity to develop and pursue independent scientific ideas and innovative research approaches addressing societally relevant questions
• Close scientific collaboration and interdisciplinary cooperation within the institute as well as with national and international partners
• An international working environment with daily interaction with colleagues from around the world
• Opportunities for professional and personal development
• Flexible working hours
• 30 days of annual leave (full-time), plus additional days off on 24 and 31 December 
• Annual special payment in accordance with the German public sector collective agreement (TVöD Bund)
• Occupational health promotion and company fitness programme with Hansefit
• Support services and an established culture promoting work–life balance, e.g. through our family office offering childcare services (e.g. holiday programmes) as well as advice on family and care responsibilities
• Occupational pension scheme (VBL)

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Diploma & Master Thesis

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

• enrolled at an University 
• brief knowledge in “R” and/or “Python” is recommended

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Diploma & Master Thesis

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

• enrolled at an University 

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Student assistants

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

• enrolled at an University 

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

FSR

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

10.02.2026

DESY

The brilliant synchrotron source PETRA III as well as the intense free-electron laser FLASH and our inhouse research groups at DESY CFEL offer a broad range of research opportunities, ranging from life science to the study of fundamental physical processes in various areas. DESY offers several career opportunities also in the enabling technologies like detector or laser physics and development.

About your role:

• Condensed matter physics
• Atoms, Molecules and Optics
• Laser physics
• Detector development
• Structural Chemistry
• Structural Biology

About you:

• PhD in science: Doctorate must be completed before starting the fellowship, but must not be older than 5 years
• Experience in experimental or theoretical science in one of the areas of the DESY photon science division

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours and variable part-time. You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

ALPS

PHD Thesis

05.05.2026

DESY

In the MAGO project we will develop the detection and control of RF fields of a superconducting cavity to be used to search for high-frequency gravitational waves. This interdisciplinary project is carried out together in our particle physics group and the group which is responsible for the controls, feedback regulations and synchronization of the particle accelerators at DESY.

About your role:

• Further development of high-precision RF field control of superconducting radio frequency (SRF) cavities used in gravitational wave search experiments.
• Further development of carrier suppression interferometer (CSI)-based techniques and their integration to the low-level RF (LLRF) system
• Development, production, test and operation of state-of-the-art RF measurement devices, to be installed at our cavity test stands
• Development of algorithms to assess and automate the calibration of the RF control and measurement system
• Performing measurement studies using the developed system on SRF cavities with a very high quality-factor

About you:

• MSc. degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent qualification
• Experience in RF design and measurements is beneficial
• Familiar with the theory of SRF cavities, interest in particle physics experiments
• Computer science skills e.g. Linux, Python, Matlab (competence in firmware and software is a plus)
• Strong motivation and pragmatism towards problem solving, teamwork as well as highly proficient English skills

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Z_DET

PHD Thesis

07.09.2026

DESY-Zeuthen

The Zeuthen location of DESY has a strong focus on astroparticle and particle physics (gamma-ray and neutrino astronomy, and collider particle physics). The experimental groups are accompanied by a strong theory group. DESY Zeuthen is responsible for developing and delivering detectors for astroparticle and particle physics experiments, and is actively engaged in R&D for future applications.With the Centre for Quantum Technology and Applications (CQTA), DESY Zeuthen is taking a leading role in applying quantum technology to challenges in particle and astroparticle physics. A new search for the effects of ultralight dark matter is being constructed, using ultra-sensitive optical atomic clocks as the sensing element. The post holder will contribute to this search, developing a test setup for networked clock comparison and frequency stabilisation. The post holder will also help to develop the procedures to collect and analyse the frequency comparisons, forming the basis of fundamental physics searches for (e.g.) ultralight dark matter.

About your role:

• Active role in developing test infrastructure for optical atomic clocks and comparison to reference clocks
• Develop instrumentation for measuring fundamental constants
• Participate in building up clock-based experiments at Humboldt University, DESY, Heidelberg or U. Birmingham
• Analyse experimental atomic clock data and participate in the interpretation of results

About you:

• Experience in one of the relevant physics fields (e.g. particle, atomic/nuclear physics, quantum optics) with Master's degree or equivalent
• Experience with detector physics, with good computer programming skills
• Very good command of English is required and knowledge of German is of advantage
• Willingness to travel and participate in working meetings, conferences, and field work abroad (e.g. at MPIK Heidelberg)
• Strong motivation, very good organizational skills, resilience; ability to work in teams and excellent communication skills

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours and variable part-time. You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

MPL

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

18.09.2026

DESY

DESY expands its research on novel laser-plasma accelerators (LPAs) for future applications in health, photon science, and particle physics. At the core of these activities is the development of a plasma-based injector for the synchrotron light source PETRA IV. In this context, we are searching for a highly-motivated scientist to develop an energy compression beamline for the future PETRA IV plasma injector. More information about PETRA IV: PETRA IV

About your role:

• Contribute to the development of the plasma injector
• Review the concept and design of the current x-band based dechirper
• Work with other DESY groups, suppliers, and other labs to obtain and test x-band hardware
• Perform a feasibility study; revise the design if necessary or suggest different RF technology basis
• Build a prototype energy compressor for GeV class LPA electron beams

About you:

• Completed university studies in physics (PhD) with a focus on accelerator physics or a comparable qualification
• Track record in accelerator physics and deep knowledge in RF technology, preferably x-band
• Experience with simulation codes, such es elegant, to model the beam dynamics
• Hands-on experience building accelerators
• Experience with driving a difficult research project is desirable
• Experience with plasma acceleration is a bonus
• Excellent English and strong teamwork skills

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

CMS/ATLAS

PHD Thesis

23.09.2026

DESY

The particle physics programme of DESY includes strong contributions to the LHC experiments at CERN and the preparation of future experiments. The experimental programme is enhanced by collaboration with a strong theory group. The DESY ATLAS group is involved in data analyses focusing on W and Z production, Higgs, top quark and Beyond Standard Model physics. In addition the group is involved in the operation of the ATLAS detector and developments for future upgrades, such as the ATLAS silicon strip tracker for the High Luminosity LHC. A new Emmy Noether group within the ATLAS group will be addressing limitations to the measurement of total Higgs boson decay rates by scrutinizing some of the foundational assumptions underlying these measurements and identifying areas where these assumptions can be reevaluated or relaxed. We are Hiring a PhD Candidate to work on aspects of this project.

About your role:

• Higgs boson width determination using H->ZZ events using ATLAS data
• Tests of the stability of the results with respect to various assumptions in the measurement
• Effective field theory (EFT) interpretations
• Study of electron shower shape development in the ATLAS detector (authorship qualification)

About you:

• Master in physics, including courrses on experimental particle physics
• Experience in data analysis
• Experience in programming (preferably C++ or Python)
• Team-working ability
• Very good English language skills

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

ALPS

PHD Thesis

05.10.2026

DESY

The Cluster of Excellence "Quantum Universe" performs research to understand mass and gravity at the interface between quantum physics and cosmology. The research team includes leading scientists from mathematics, particle physics, astrophysics, and cosmology at the University of Hamburg and DESY. As part of the cluster's experimental program to search for hypothetical very lightweight bosons, for example motivated by dark matter and dark energy in the universe, the construction of the BabylAXO experiment will start shortly. BabylAXO will look for axions and similar particles emitted by the sun in uncharted parameter regions. The doctoral research associate will engage in the start-up phase of BabylAXO and work on the extension of its scientific portfolio.The successful applicant will be attached to the ALPS group at DESY, which together with international partners is realizing new experimental facilities to search for a new kinds of very lightweight elementary particles, works on new concepts targeting high-frequency gravitational waves and develops related technologies. Doctoral research associates will become members of the Quantum Universe Research School (QURS), which provides academic and key skills training, as well as career planning support. In addition, they will receive individual budgets to facilitate the attendance of summer schools and conferences, and to support other educational measures. Additional travel money for project-specific duties will be provided by the hosting research groups. Doctoral researchers may participate in teaching at the University and in the organization of the Cluster via an early career council.

About your role:

• Contribute to the commission and installation of the BabylAXO X-ray detection systems
• Develop a calorimeter for BabylAXO sensitive to axions from solar fusion processes and supernova explosions
• Explore synergies of the calorimeter development with medical applications

About you:

• MSc. degree in Physics or equivalent qualification
• Hands-on experience in the design, construction, commissioning, and operation of complex experimental setups
• Programming experience in scientific computing environments
• Independent, proactive, and goal-oriented working style with a strong commitment to solving complex technical challenges
• Excellent written and spoken English skills
• Experience in detector development for or operation of experimental particle physics or dark matter search experiments

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Z_ZPPT

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

06.10.2026

DESY-Zeuthen

The Zeuthen Particle Physics Theory group has a broad research program in theoretical particle physics. The focuses of the group are perturbative and non-perturbative calculations in the standard model as well as lattice field theory. Current staff members are J. Green, P. Marquard, S. Schaefer, and H. Simma.

About your role:

• Lattice gauge theory

About you:

• PhD in theoretical particle physics or equivalent qualification
• Experience in lattice quantum field theory computations

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

FS-HIBEF

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

09.10.2026

DESY

The European XFEL a 3.4 km-long X-ray laser facility, produces X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, the life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. DESY is a part of the Helmholtz International Beamline for Extreme Fields (HIBEF) consortium at the HED instrument to perform research in extreme conditions of temperature, pressure, and electromagnetic fields which leverage the peak brilliance, energy range, coherence, and time structure of European XFEL.

About your role:

• Ensure the user operation at the HED-HIBEF instrument at European XFEL
• Further develop the diffraction platforms for static high pressure research, dynamic laser compression with the DIPOLE 100X laser, and pulsed high magnetic fields at the HED-HIBEF instrument at European XFEL
• Have the opportunity to develop your own research activity in one of the above fields
• Actively shape the further scientific development of our user communities

About you:

• You hold a PhD in physics, chemistry, or a related field
• You have an interest in high energy density physics, geo- and planetary science, or quantum materials
• You have strong background in X-ray powder diffraction
• Good skills in data analysis are required
• Knowledge of single crystal diffraction, X-ray imaging and spectroscopy techniques is an additional asset
  You have experience in one or several of the following:
• Diamond anvil cell techniques
• Dynamic laser compression experiments with high energy lasers
• Experiments In pulsed high magnetic fields

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours and variable part-time. You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

FS-DS

Other

09.10.2026

DESY

The DESY Photon-Science Detector Group designs and builds innovative and state-of-the-art X-ray cameras for us in a variety of scientific experiments, in Hamburg and world-wide. We are developing new high-speed cameras for an upcoming major upgrade to our X-ray facilities, PETRA-IV, and improved software is required for camera control, data handling, and interfacing to users and the facility's systems. We are looking for a software developer to work on these tasks together with our experts in detector engineering and scientific computing.With the PETRA IV project, DESY is launching one of the most ambitious and innovative large-scale research projects worldwide. PETRA IV, the most brilliant synchrotron radiation source of the next generation, will be the ultimate 4D X-ray microscope, setting new standards in precision and performance. To implement the project, we are looking for motivated employees who want to get involved in a complex project with international appeal. More information about PETRA IV: PETRA IV

About your role:

• Developing software for controlling and configuring a large camera system consisting of multiple units
• Developing a system for receiving detector data at high speed on a set of data acquisition PCs, in collaboration with experts in hardware acceleration
• Developing the interfaces between the X-ray camera and the facility's control and scientific computing systems

About you:

• Master's degree in software engineering, computer science or equivalent
• Experience with embedded and/or systems programming
• Experience with both Python and a lower-level language (preferably C++)
• Good standard of English
• Good team player, and the ability to work effectively with experts in other fields (firmware developers and detector engineers)
• Experience with high performance computing
• Experience with high-speed networking

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

ALPS

Other

20.10.2026

DESY

The Cluster of Excellence "Quantum Universe" performs research to understand mass and gravity at the interface between quantum physics and cosmology. The research team includes leading scientists from mathematics, particle physics, astrophysics, and cosmology at the University of Hamburg and DESY. The research program aims at detecting high-frequency gravitational waves and dark matter axions using superconducting radiofrequency (SRF) cavities. Building on an existing prototype (MAGO), the project exploits the extreme quality factors of superconducting cavities to search for gravitational waves and axions in the kHz-MHz frequency range, a band largely unexplored by current detectors. The work spans theoretical modeling and experimental development, with low-level RF (LLRF) instrumentation as a key enabling technology throughout.One of the central technical challenges is developing a dedicated LLRF control system capable of resolving extremely small, weak-coupling signals. The signal shows up only as a minute frequency or amplitude perturbation buried in cavity noise, hence the system must deliver exceptional phase and amplitude stability, fast and precise field detection, and robust suppression of microphonics and other environmental noise, well beyond what standard accelerator LLRF systems require.

About your role:

• Continue to develop and set up the unique LLRF system for the project
• Further develop carrier suppression interferometer (CSl)-based techniques and their integration to the LLRF system
• Conduct own research and supervise students on cryogenic low noise RF components such as oscillators, multipliers, mixers, filters, switches, amplifiers, attenuators, and phase shifters
• Carry out electronic designs, prototype developments, system characterization, and concept evaluation

About you:

• PhD in electrical engineering (or equivalent specialist knowledge and experience), with several years of experience designing, building, and modelling low-noise RF electronics in the MHz-GHz range
• Professional experience in the field of analogue and digital electronics in the low- and high-frequency range
• Experience with modern RF measuring devices, CAD Software (e.g., Altium Designer), and RF modelling tools (HFSS, GST, ADS, etc.)
• Familiarity with the theory of SRF cavities, interest in particle physics experiments would be advantageous

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

FS-ML

PHD Thesis

21.10.2026

DESY

The Advanced Multilayer X-ray Optics group at CFEL is one of the leading research groups developing novel X-ray lenses and gratings with nanometre control. As part of a collaborative project between Hamburg and Trento we plan to combine these elements with attosecond-duration X-ray laser pulses to image, understand and ultimately control electron dynamics in molecular systems. We are looking for a highly motivated PhD student to develop an attosecond X-ray interferometer to measure ultrafast responses of materials and molecules and to help create movies of electron dynamics for the first time.

About your role:

• Develop and test a novel X-ray interferometer
• Develop and test low-aberration multilayer Laue lens (MLL) systems for XFELs
• Develop new interferometric methodologies using lab sources, synchrotrons and XFELs
• Conduct scientific experiments at various X-ray facilities
• Communicate findings via publications and presentations

About you:

• Master in physics, applied physics or a related field
• Strong interest in X-ray optics, imaging, instrumentation and interferometric methods
• Expertise in analytical, quantitative, instrumentation or computational methods is expected
• Good programming skills (Python)
• Good verbal and written English communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our staff are central to us, with gender equality forming a key part of this commitment. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours and variable part-time. You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

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Scientific / postdoctoral posts

21.10.2026

DESY

Distributed research infrastructures (compute, storage, licenses, facilities, scientific instruments and digital services) require transparent usage information to support sustainable operation and fair access. Accounting4NFDI is developing a unified, federated accounting framework for NFDI consortia and services. Based on FAIR principles, the framework will align with EOSC requirements and is intended to become a Base4NFDI service that interoperates with existing infrastructures rather than replacing them. DESY and the University of Freiburg jointly lead the work package "Accounting Framework, Service Concept and Dashboard". At DESY, you will conduct independent scientific and conceptual work on the accounting model, federated service and interface architecture, reporting and dashboard concepts, and their validation across heterogeneous research infrastructures. Your focus will be on developing, evaluating and generalising models and architectural concepts for interoperable research infrastructures.

About your role:

• Scientifically analyse and abstract heterogeneous accounting requirements of research infrastructures and develop a unified, resource-oriented accounting and information model
• Develop and evaluate a federated service, integration and information architecture for Accounting4NFDI, including concepts and specifications for interoperable APIs and exchange formats
• Develop reporting and dashboard concepts based on the accounting framework, including suitable attributes, aggregations and evaluation logic for different stakeholder groups
• Methodically validate accounting models, architecture and interface concepts through use cases, Proofs of Concept (PoCs) and integration scenarios, and derive generalisable findings for further development
• Document, publish and present scientific and technical results; contribute to workshops, knowledge transfer and community engagement within NFDI, Base4NFDI and EOSC

About you:

• Completed University degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or a comparable field, a PhD or equivalent experiences is helpful
• Strong knowledge of data/information modelling, federated architectures, web APIs and interoperable exchange formats
• Fluent German and English (project language)
• Excellent analytical and conceptual skills; able to work independently on scientific/technical questions
• Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration and documenting complex concepts
• Strong communication and presentation skills; able to discuss and defend concepts across stakeholder groups
• Familiarity with FAIR principles, Open Science and research infrastructures
• Knowledge of NFDI, Base4NFDI and/or EOSC
• Knowledge of OAuth2/OIDC and IAM4NFDI
• Advantage: experience with reporting/dashboards or data harvesting/aggregation

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our staff are central to us, with gender equality forming a key part of this commitment. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

FS-CFEL-XM

Other

23.10.2026

DESY

The research activity of the DESY theory group "X-ray Irradiated Materials: Theory and Computation" (FS-CFEL-XM) encompasses computational studies of X-ray irradiated materials and nanoparticles relevant for the areas of materials science, diffractive imaging, plasma, and warm dense matter physics investigated with XFEL and synchrotron light sources, with the focus on possible technology development and potential industrial applications. The group is integrated into the Center of Free-Electron Laser Science CFEL, and collaborates with various experimental and theory groups on the DESY campus and at the European XFEL, as well as with various national and international research partners.

About your role:

• Supervision of theoretical and computational projects within the field of ultrafast X-ray science
• Exploration of the potential applications of project results for industry (technology transfer)
• Maintenance and development of open-source simulation tools to model various X-ray-induced transitions in solid materials
• Code optimisation to enable efficient computations, as well as the open-source release of the simulation tools to user community
• Supervision of PhD students

About you:

• PhD in theoretical physics with focus on interaction of ultrashort laser pulses with solid matter
• Proven excellent expertise in: (I) modelling X-ray-free-electron-laser-induced transient modifications materials out of equilibrium using the FS-CFEL-XM group codes suite (https://xm.cfel.de/research/scientific_software/) (II) large-scale scientific computing, (III) code optimization, and (IV) scientific programming, demonstrated through a respective publication record and extensive code development experience
• Interest in focusing on possible technology development and potential industrial applications of the developed modelling concepts and simulation tools
• Good knowledge of English and strong interpersonal skills
• The ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment
• The ability to work closely with experimental groups

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our staff are central to us, with gender equality forming a key part of this commitment. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Diploma & Master Thesis

Your Job:

• Literature research on /Familiarization with the topic of tr-PL and TCSPC and perovskite PV
  
• Familiarization with the measurement equipment and set-ups
  
• Qualitative measurement of the tr-PL of charge carriers in a range of perovskite samples
  
• Qualitative TCSPC measurements for a range of perovskite samples under varying fluences
  
• Quantification of the information content measured via Shannon entropy or Kullback-Leibler divergence vs. measurement time
  
• Analysis and documentation of the results
  

Your Profile:

• Excellent academic performance in a master’s program in electrical engineering, materials science, physics, or a related field
  
• Basic knowledge of perovskite PV or semiconductor physics
  
• Initial experience in with an object-oriented programming language (e.g., Python, Matlab)
  
• Analytical and structured thinking
  
• Fluent written and spoken English or German
  

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We support you in your work with:

• MEANINGFUL TASKS: Your thesis deals with a future-oriented, socially relevant topic with direct practical relevance in an international environment
  
• SCIENTIFIC ENVIRONMENT: You can expect excellent scientific equipment, modern technologies, and qualified support from experienced colleagues
  
• HEALTH & WELL-BEING: Your health is important to us. You can look forward to a comprehensive company health management programme with a wide range of options, including a beach volleyball court, running groups, yoga classes and much more. In addition, our company medical service and an experienced social counselling team are available to assist you on site
  
• FAIR REMUNERATION: We will pay you a reasonable remuneration for your thesis
  
• FIXED-TERM: The position is initially for a fixed term of 6 months
  

In addition to exciting tasks and a collegial working environment, we offer you much more: go.fzj.de/benefits

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, e.g. in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us.

The following links provide further information on diversity and equal opportunities: go.fzj.de/equality and on specific support options: go.fzj.de/womens-job-journey

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

We are looking for you to join the research group “Patient-Reported Outcomes and Health Economics (AG Michalowsky)” on a full-time or part-time basis (19.5–39 hours per week). The position is limited until March 31, 2029, with the option of extension. The group is a research unit of DZNE Rostock/Greifswald that brings together the research areas of “Clinical Research” and “Health Services Research” at DZNE through its focus on patient-reported and health economic outcomes.

You will have the opportunity to advance your own academic career by establishing your own research approaches and further increasing your scientific output. Personal and academic qualifications and development, such as a habilitation or international research stays, are explicitly supported.

In addition, you will actively contribute to the group’s research topics with a high degree of independence, while also developing and implementing new research areas of your own.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Establishing your own research area in the field of health economics and/or patient-reported outcomes (PROMs) in neurodegenerative diseases by acquiring third-party funding, as well as contributing to joint grant applications
• Supporting and coordinating national and international studies (e.g., Living@Home, PROFA, DemCaps)
• Assisting in the planning, implementation, and management of externally funded projects, as well as coordinating and liaising between participating research groups and external partners
• Preparing study protocols, ethics applications, and reports
• Analyzing study data using standard statistical software (e.g., R, STATA, SPSS)
• Developing and validating instruments to measure health-related quality of life (PROMs)
• Evaluating innovative models of care with regard to their effectiveness and cost-effectiveness
• Publishing research results and presenting them at national and international conferences

• PhD in health economics, patient-reported outcomes research, health services research, or a related field
• Experience in publishing scientific work and acquiring third-party funding (e.g., DFG, G-BA, EU, BMFTR, etc.)
• Experience in coordinating multicenter research projects
• Very good knowledge of statistical data analysis (e.g., STATA, SPSS, SAS, R, or similar)
• A very high level of self-motivation in addressing scientific topics
• Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken

Your Role in Cutting-Edge Research

The research focus of the group includes, among others:

• Studies aimed at improving the understanding of patient-relevant and care-related outcomes in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease, other dementias, Parkinson’s disease, and ataxias
• Development and integration of innovative care models, as well as their evaluation in terms of effectiveness and cost-effectiveness, including support for their translation into clinical practice through translational research approaches
• Methodological development and psychometric testing of instruments for assessing health-related quality of life and measuring patient-reported outcomes (PROMs)
• Integration and analysis of health economic and patient-reported measures within clinical cohorts

If you have any questions regarding the position, please feel free to contact PD Dr. Dr. Bernhard Michalowsky (Phone: +49 3834 868530).

For all other inquiries, our recruiting team will be happy to assist you.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

PHD Thesis

Conduct research in ophthalmic epidemiology of aging in humans, with a focus on age-related macular degeneration. In particular, we expect you to:

• Perform integrative analyses combining multi-omics data with eye imaging data
• Contribute to ophthalmic data collection and processing
• Contribute to omics data processing, statistical analyses, and the preparation of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
• Present research findings at national and international conferences
• Actively participate in project-related meetings, documentation, and reporting of project progress
• Contribute to ongoing projects within the group and develop independent research ideas

• A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field, such as epidemiology, bioinformatics, medicine, biomedical sciences, or a related discipline
• A genuine interest in scientific research and quantitative analysis
• Strong proficiency in written and spoken English
• Statistical knowledge and experience with programming in R
• Experience with epidemiological research or large-scale observational studies, particularly involving omics and eye imaging data, including the application of machine learning methods for pattern recognition and predictive modeling is desirable but not a prerequisite
• Strong analytical skills, independent and critical thinking, and attention to detail
• Flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, and enjoyment of working in an interdisciplinary and international team
• Proficiency in written and spoken German

Your Role in Cutting-Edge Research

The PhD project will be supervised by Dr. Dr. Petra Larsen, scientific lead of the ophthalmic epidemiology team. The research is embedded in the large population-based Rhineland Study, a comprehensive long-term cohort investigating determinants of brain health. We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious early-career researcher with a strong interest in investigating multi-omic and eye imaging signatures in the context of age-related macular degeneration.

The Ophthalmic Epidemiology research team investigates deep phenotyping of retinal ageing, preclinical changes and disease, as well as the comprehensive assessment of risk factors driving the onset and progression of both preclinical and clinical disease. These include genetic, molecular and environmental factors.

The PhD thesis will focus on the relationship between ageing and age-related macular degeneration and encompass the full breadth of scientific work, including the development and implementation of study protocols,  coordination and supervision of data collection, and data analysis and publication.

The project will leverage data from the Rhineland Study, a deeply-phenotyped, large-scale population-based cohort study. Available data include comprehensive multi-omics data, including (epi)genomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics, lipidomics, and proteomics; eye imaging data, advanced MRI data as well as extensive behavioral and clinical data, including cognitive and neurological assessments, cardiovascular assessments, medical history, and medication use. The study currently includes over 14,000 individuals, of whom more than 6,000 already have longitudinal data. Additional baseline and follow-up data collection is ongoing.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, a CV, and transcripts in one single PDF file. The cover letter should describe the motivation to apply for this position and outline how research interest and experience align with the with the work  conducted in our group. Please highlight any relevant projects, publications, or collaborations. Note: We highly value authenticity in applications and discourage the use of AI-generated cover letters.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Dr. Petra Larsen petra.larsen@dzne.de.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Join the Clinical Cognitive Neuroscience group, led by Dr David Berron. Our research spans the functional architecture of human memory and the medial temporal lobe, how Alzheimer's pathology disrupts these systems from the earliest disease stages onward, and the development of disease-stage-specific imaging and digital cognitive markers.

This position is part of the DFG Research Unit "Layers of Memory" (subproject P7), a consortium spanning Bochum, Bonn, Dortmund, Duisburg-Essen, Magdeburg, and Tübingen, plus partner sites in the Netherlands and Austria. Your tasks will include:

• Acquiring and analyzing 7T laminar fMRI data using a naturalistic movie-based event segmentation paradigm
• Segmenting MTL subregions and hippocampal subfields (e.g. using ASHS) and defining cortical layer compartments
• Applying univariate and multivariate (representational similarity) analyses to characterize event boundary activity and temporal pattern separation/completion
• Comparing findings across young adults, cognitively healthy older adults, and people in early stages of Alzheimer's disease recruited in Magdeburg and Essen
• Co-supervising student assistants
• Preparing manuscripts and presenting results at international conferences

• PhD in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience, or a related field
• Passion for neuroimaging and neuropsychology, and a genuine interest in the neural basis of memory and cognitive impairment in early-stage neurodegenerative disease, particularly through naturalistic, translational research approaches
• Experience with (f)MRI data analysis; prior work with ultra-high-field (7T) or laminar imaging is a strong plus
• Experience with MTL/hippocampal subfield anatomy and segmentation, or willingness to learn these pipelines quickly
• Strong programming skills (R, Python and/or MATLAB) and familiarity with multivariate analysis methods (e.g. RSA)
• Good communication skills and ability to work both within a local and a distributed, multi-site team
• Track record of peer-reviewed publications
• Fluent in written and spoken English; German is a strong plus, not a requirement

Candidates who meet most, but not all, of these points are still encouraged to apply.

Your role in cutting edge research

Everyday experience unfolds as a continuous stream that the brain must segment into meaningful episodes — a process that depends on the hippocampus and medial temporal lobe (MTL) and is disrupted early in Alzheimer's disease. Importantly, patients in early disease stages report these difficulties themselves, which makes it clinically relevant for their everyday life. Yet we still don't know how this happens at the level of individual hippocampal and entorhinal layers, or how AD pathology disrupts it. This project combines naturalistic, movie-based fMRI with ultra-high-field (7T) laminar imaging, remote cognitive testing and advanced multivariate and AI-based analyses to map event segmentation at subfield and layer resolution, in young adults, cognitively healthy older adults, and people in early stages of Alzheimer's disease.

The position offers an outstanding research environment with access to state-of-the-art infrastructure, unique scientific collaborations, and excellent opportunities for professional development. You will have access to 7T scanners, including the 7T Siemens Terra.X Impulse Edition scanner in Magdeburg — one of only very few systems of this kind worldwide — plus 3T MRI and PET. The position is embedded in the DFG Research Unit "Layers of Memory", collaborating with laminar-imaging pioneer Prof. David Norris (Essen) and a wider consortium and collaborators spanning ultra-high-field fMRI, laminar fMRI methodology, clinical neurology and Alzheimer’s disease, and human memory and event segmentation.

In addition, you will have access to richly phenotyped and biomarker-characterized patient and control cohorts. We offer close 1:1 supervision, regular lab meetings and journal club, as well as exchange with local and international consortia (e.g. DFG CRC 1436 Neural Resources of Cognition, IHI-ACCESS-AD) and institutions. You will become part of an international, open-minded, experienced, ambitious and supportive team that gets along well beyond just working together.

Please submit your application including CV, a short motivation letter, and two references.

For futher information on the advertised position, please contact Dr David Berron (david.berron@dzne.de).

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Join the Clinical Cognitive Neuroscience group, led by Dr David Berron. Our research spans the functional architecture of human memory and the medial temporal lobe, how Alzheimer's pathology disrupts these systems from the earliest disease stages onward, and the development of disease-stage-specific imaging and smartphone-based digital cognitive markers.

Your tasks will include:

• Preparing, cleaning, and harmonizing clinical, cognitive, imaging, blood-based biomarker, and smartphone-based datasets across cohorts
• Developing and applying regression and linear mixed-effects models to detect, monitor, and predict subtle cognitive impairment and future change
• Supporting ongoing data collection in local and national research cohorts, including monitoring participant adherence and communication
• Collaborating with our international partners and consortia
• Preparing manuscripts and presenting results at international conferences

• PhD in psychology, neuroscience, cognitive science, biostatistics, or a related field
• Passion for cognitive research and neuropsychology, and a genuine interest in cognitive impairment in early-stage neurodegenerative diseases, particularly through smartphone-based, remote cognitive assessment and translational research approaches
• Experience with longitudinal modelling of cognitive data (e.g. linear mixed-effects models, multilevel models) and intensive longitudinal designs
• Experience with ecological momentary assessments, experience sampling methods, or remote/ambulatory cognitive testing
• Experience in programming (R and/or Python) and data visualization
• Familiarity with fluid and imaging biomarkers (blood-based/CSF; MRI) is a plus, not a requirement
• Track record of peer-reviewed publications
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a small and open international team
• Fluent in written and spoken English; German is a plus, not a requirement

Candidates who meet most, but not all, of these points are still encouraged to apply. 

Applications for the PhD student track are equally welcome; requirements will be considered relative to career stage

Your role in cutting edge research

Disease-targeting treatments for Alzheimer's disease work best when started early, ideally before clinical symptoms appear. But there is currently no scalable way to screen for early risk or monitor subtle change outside of costly, infrequent in-clinic visits. Smartphone-based cognitive assessments, completed remotely and repeatedly at home, can detect decline that a single annual assessment would miss.

Our group develops and validates such tests and combines them with other biomarkers such as blood-based or imaging biomarkers for research and clinical use cases in early stages of Alzheimer's disease. This project focuses on the detection, monitoring and prediction of memory decline in early Alzheimer's disease using data from national and international research cohorts as well as a real-world cohort, and builds on our earlier work using smartphone-based assessments to detect memory decline.

We offer an excellent research environment with access to datasets from richly phenotyped, biomarker-characterized cohorts on remote and unsupervised cognitive assessment, complemented by a network of close national and international collaborators and initiatives from the EU and US as well as industry. Close 1:1 supervision, regular lab meetings and journal club are provided within an international, open-minded, experienced, ambitious and supportive team that gets along well beyond just working together.

Please submit your application including CV, a short motivation letter, and two references.

For futher information on the advertised position, please contact Dr David Berron (david.berron@dzne.de).

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

You will support the Team Lead in implementing the AI strategy and assume operational responsibility for the assigned functional areas (MLOps, Data Engineering, Security, UX/Pedagogy).

Depending on your focus area, your responsibilities will include the following:

• Design, implementation, and operation of MLOps frameworks (e.g., Kubeflow, MLflow)
• Building and optimizing data pipelines for large biomedical datasets
• Ensuring data protection and security standards are met in all AI processes
• Developing user and training materials
• conducting training sessions on AI and HPC topics. Working closely with researchers to integrate AI solutions into their workflows
  

• A completed academic degree in computer science, data science, IT security, or related fields
• Several years of experience in at least one of the aforementioned areas of focus, preferably in a research or HPC environment
• Practical knowledge of container orchestration (Kubernetes), CI/CD, and modern AI frameworks.
• Excellent command of German and English, as well as strong communication skills
• A team-oriented approach and a willingness to learn new topics

Your role in cutting-edge research

You will take on specific focus areas based on your experience and interests:

• MLOps / Platform Engineering – Setting up and operating CI/CD pipelines, model deployment, and scaling to GPU clusters
• Data Engineering / RAG Specialist – Development of data ingestion and retrieval-augmented generation workflows, data governance
• Security / Privacy Engineering – Implementation of data protection and security measures, audits, compliance management
• Product / UX / Pedagogy – Design of user-friendly AI tools, explainable AI concepts, internal training sessions and workshops

Please submit your application materials (cover letter, CV, references) through the DZNE Career Portal. Please indicate which focus area you would like to take on and how your experience will strengthen the DZNE’s AI strategy.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

We are seeking a skilled Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/x) in the Laboratory Automation Technologies (LAT) Facility at the DZNE in Bonn with experience in hands-on work with  immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence and microscopy, high proficiency in computational image analysis and enthusiasm for contributing to the development, optimization, and standardization of spatial image analysis workflows.

• Develop, optimize, and apply quantitative spatial imaging workflows to characterize cellular and tissue phenotypes
• Execute high-quality automated IF protocols and high-plex panels on cells and tissue slices
• Systematically test and validate antibodies, and evaluate their suitability as markers for reference datasets and their value for computational image-analysis pipelines
• Design, build, and deploy robust image-analysis pipelines using modern software engineering practices
• Collaborate closely with team members to ensure the efficient and timely implementation of workflow modules and tasks
• Enthusiastically engage in learning, method development, and collaborative research

Your role in cutting edge reserach

The LAT is a Core Facility, which provides expertise and technologies for lab automation and standardization within the DZNE. We are looking for individuals who can work independently, systematically develop and optimize experimental and computational workflows, and contribute to the implementation of reproducible spatial imaging analysis. You will join a preclinical neuroscience research team dedicated to developing high-quality resources for Parkinson’s disease research, embedded in a highly collaborative international research network that promotes open science, interdisciplinary collaboration, and rapid knowledge exchange.

• PhD in Biology, Neuroscience, Bioinformatics, or a related field
• Experience in immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence (IHC/IF) and related staining techniques.
• Programming experience in MATLAB or Python, Experience with both or SQL is of advantage
• Demonstrated ability to apply programming to image pre-processing, analysis and data processing
• Experience with data visualization, quantitative analysis, and appropriate statistical methods
• Strong attention to data integrity, documentation, and reproducibility
• An open-minded, collaborative, and fair approach to working in multidisciplinary and international research teams

If you have any questions please contact Dr. Philip Denner or Dr. Dominik Stappert.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

• Daily maintenance and user support as well as long-term planning of our IT infrastructure (servers, storage, backup solutions, high performance computing) for a research institute with 120 people generating and analysing large amounts of imaging and genetic data.
• You will be responsible for the provision of server systems, monitor productive operation and keep the systems up to date with the latest technology in close interaction with the central IT services responsible for standard IT functionality (network, data and user account management, etc.) at our headquarters in Bonn. Togelher you will plan and implement the provision of systems for special scientific requirements and implement the specified safety concepts.
• Support of scientific and non-scientific users of the IT systems at the DZNE Munich site. This includes the setup of computers (PC and Mac) with operating systems and user software, maintenance and updating of existing computers, advice on new acquisitions and immediate user support. You will work on projects and be responsible for IT support in the projects.
• Supported by IT operations, you will provide users with central resources such as disk space and perform the installation and configuration of new systems.

• You have a degree from a university of applied sciences as a computer scientist, a completed IT training as an IT technical assistant or a comparable training
• You have several years of experience in system administration and user support for a modern Windows-MacOS X network
• You have a good knowledge of Server, HyperV, Exchange Server and Sharepoint
• You have very good knowledge in the area of hardware and software, and especially in the area of client and server operating systems (Windows Server)
• Good knowledge in the field of network technology is also required
• We appeal to dynamic personalities who have a high degree of self-motivation, communication skills, assertiveness and competence
• You enjoy working in a team with highly motivated colleagues to find solutions to complex problems
• You are detail-oriented and have good communication and documentation skills
• A very good command of English and a good command of German is a prerequisite

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

PHD Thesis

The Multimodal Neuroimaging Group at DZNE Magdeburg is looking for a highly motivated PhD student who is excited about cutting-edge neuroimaging at 7 Tesla, the neural circuits underlying memory, and how these are altered in aging and Alzheimer’s disease. The project is jointly led by Anne Maass (Magdeburg) and Nikolai Axmacher (Ruhr University Bochum). This PhD position is part of the DFG Research Unit FOR 6027 “Layers of Memory” (subproject P06), a multidisciplinary consortium bringing together expertise in cognitive and clinical neuroscience, ultra-high-field imaging, MR physics, and human memory research across several sites in Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands. The overarching goal of project “P06” is to understand the laminar and circuit mechanisms underlying hippocampal hyperactivity in aging and early Alzheimer’s disease.

• Acquiring and analyzing ultra-high-resolution 7T structural and functional MRI data
• Investigating layer- and subfield-specific activity within the entorhinal–hippocampal circuit, including the entorhinal cortex and hippocampal subfields such as dentate gyrus, CA3, and CA1
• Analyzing fMRI data acquired during mnemonic pattern separation and spatial navigation tasks
• Characterizing structural and functional connectivity within the medial temporal lobe using resting-state fMRI and diffusion MRI
• Relating imaging measures to memory performance and Alzheimer’s disease plasma biomarkers, including Aβ42/40 and p-tau217
• Collaborating closely with researchers in Bochum and across the interdisciplinary FOR 6027 Layers of Memory consortium
• Preparing scientific manuscripts and presenting your work at national and international conferences

• Master’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, cognitive science, biomedical sciences, or a related field
• Strong interest in human memory, aging, Alzheimer’s disease, and neuroimaging
• Strong quantitative, statistical, and programming skills, ideally in Python, R and/or MATLAB
• Experience with human imaging data, such as fMRI, is an advantage
• Interest in medial temporal lobe anatomy, hippocampal subfields, cortical layers, and brain connectivity
• Motivation to work with complex multimodal and high-resolution neuroimaging data
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary and multi-site research environment
• Good communication skills and teamworking skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English; knowledge of German is helpful but not required.

Your role in cutting-edge research

Why does the hippocampus become hyperactive during aging and in the earliest stages of Alzheimer’s disease? The medial temporal lobe is among the first brain systems affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Tau pathology emerges early in specific layers of the entorhinal cortex, while abnormal increases in hippocampal activity have been observed during aging and in individuals at risk for Alzheimer’s disease (Corriveau-Lecavalier et al. 2024). Yet the circuit mechanisms underlying this “hyperactivity” remain poorly understood. This PhD project will investigate these mechanisms at the level of individual cortical layers and hippocampal subfields using ultra-high-resolution 7 Tesla MRI. By combining task-based fMRI during mnemonic discrimination and spatial navigation with resting-state connectivity and diffusion imaging, we aim to characterize how activity, connectivity, and microstructure within the entorhinal–hippocampal circuit change across normal aging and early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. A central hypothesis is that aging and early Alzheimer’s pathology disturb the balance of information flow through medial temporal lobe circuits. Reduced input from superficial entorhinal layers together with increased recurrent activity within hippocampal circuits, particularly CA3, may shift memory processing away from pattern separation toward pattern completion, contributing to memory impairment. The project will study four deeply characterized groups: young adults, cognitively unimpaired older adults without evidence of Alzheimer’s pathology, biomarker-positive cognitively unimpaired older adults, and biomarker-positive individuals with mild cognitive impairment. This design provides a unique opportunity to distinguish mechanisms of normal aging from those associated with preclinical and early symptomatic Alzheimer’s disease. The position offers an outstanding research environment with access to state-of-the-art neuroimaging infrastructure, including the 7T Siemens Terra.X Impulse Edition scanner in Magdeburg — one of only very few systems of this kind worldwide — as well as 3T MRI and PET. You will also have access to extensively phenotyped aging and Alzheimer’s disease cohorts with cognitive and molecular biomarker data. The successful candidate will benefit from joint supervision by two PIs in Magdeburg and Bochum and close interaction with researchers across FOR 6027 Layers of Memory. The Research Unit comprises eight projects across eight sites in Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands. The Research Unit offers dedicated workshops on ultra-high-field and laminar imaging, scientific retreats, and specific networking and training opportunities for early-career researchers. At DZNE Magdeburg, you will become part of an interdisciplinary and international research environment spanning cognitive neuroscience, neuroimaging, neurology, aging, and Alzheimer’s disease research, with close links to Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg and the DFG Collaborative Research Center 1436 “Neural Resources of Cognition.” We offer close supervision, regular lab meetings and journal clubs, opportunities for international collaboration, and an open, collaborative, and supportive research environment.

For questions about the advertised position, please feel free to contact Dr. Anne Maaß.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

PHD Thesis

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

01.02.2027

PhD Student (f/m/d) Charge-to-Spin Interconversion and Magnetotransport in Altermagnetic Thin Films

With cutting-edge research in the fields of ENERGY, HEALTH and MATTER, around 1,500 employees from more than 70 nations at Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) are committed to mastering the great challenges facing society today.

The Institute for Ion Beam Physics and Materials Research is dedicated to the study of materials and their nanostructures that can be considered for future applications in information technology and are based on electrical, magnetic or optical functionalities.

The Department of Magnetism is looking for a PhD Student (f/m/d) on Charge-to-Spin Interconversion and Magnetotransport in Altermagnetic Thin Films.

Your tasks

# Deposition and optimization of high-quality altermagnetic thin films and heterostructures
# Structural and magnetic characterization
# Investigation of magnetotransport phenomena and charge-to-spin interconversion
# Exploration of the fundamental spintronic properties of altermagnetic materials

Your profile

# Completed university studies (Master/Diploma) in the field of experimental physics or related field
# Background in eletric transport and magnetism
# Knowledge in thin film preparation and characterization techniques
# A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working in an international research team
# Proficiency in German and/or English

Our offer

# A vibrant research community in an open, diverse and international work environment
# Scientific excellence and extensive professional networking opportunities
# A structured PhD program with a comprehensive range of continuing education and networking opportunities - more information about the PhD program at the HZDR can be found here
# Salary and social benefits in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD-Bund) including 30 days of paid holiday leave, company pension scheme (VBL)
# Depending on the personal qualifications, the candidate may be classified in salary group 13 according to TVöD-Bund
# We support a good work-life balance with the possibility of part-time employment, mobile working and flexible working hours
# Numerous company health management offerings
# Employee discounts with well-known providers via the platform Corporate Benefits
# An employer subsidy for the "Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket"

We look forward to receiving your application documents (including cover letter, CV, diplomas/transcripts, etc.), which you can submit via our online-application-system.  

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

01.01.2027

Postdoc (f/m/d) Analysis of Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Fluid Properties: Experimental Characterization, Numerical Modeling and Sensor Development

With cutting-edge research in the fields of ENERGY, HEALTH and MATTER, around 1,500 employees from more than 70 nations at Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) are committed to mastering the great challenges facing society today.

The Institute of Fluid Dynamics is conducting basic and applied research in the fields of thermo-fluid dynamics and magnetohydrodynamics in order to improve the sustainability, the energy efficiency and the safety of industrial processes.

The Department of Thermal Energy and Process Technology is looking for a Postdoc (f/m/d) Analysis of Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Fluid Properties: Experimental Characterization, Numerical Modeling and Sensor Development. 

Your tasks

# Evaluation of sources of impurities and breakdown products in sCO2 Brayton cycles over a range of applications, temperatures, and periods of time
# Characterization of fluid properties of supercritical and subcritical CO2 with and without purities, in-situ in running cycles as well as in external measurement devices
# Development of fluid property models of both steady-state and dynamic nature
# Assessment and design of measurement techniques for sCO2 system safety, control and purification in the context of impurities
# Contributions to the design and control recommendations for sCO2 cycles for broader implementation and robustness
# PhD student mentoring and proposal writing
# Scientific documentation and communication of results in the form of conference contributions and journal publications

Your profile

# Completed university studies (PhD) in the field of Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field
# Solid knowledge of thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer phenomena, process engineering, and process technology
# Strong knowledge of experimental measurement technology in thermo-fluid sciences
# Willingness to work on numerical and experimental tasks
# Excellent teamwork and communication skills in an interdisciplinary and international research environment
# Motivation and self-discipline to carry out research independently
# Excellent command of English (spoken and written)
# Proficient programming skills (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python) or other common process simulators

Our offer

# A vibrant research community in an open, diverse and international work environment
# Scientific excellence and extensive professional networking opportunities
# Salary and social benefits in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD-Bund) including 30 days of paid holiday leave, company pension scheme (VBL)
# Depending on the personal qualifications, the candidate may be classified in salary group 13 according to TVöD-Bund
# We support a good work-life balance with the possibility of part-time employment, mobile working and flexible working hours
# Numerous company health management offerings
# Employee discounts with well-known providers via the platform Corporate Benefits
# An employer subsidy for the "Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket"

We look forward to receiving your application documents (including cover letter, CV, diplomas/transcripts, etc.), which you can submit via our online-application-system.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

PHD Thesis

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

01.01.2027

PhD Student (f/m/d) Li, Sn, and W transport and enrichment in Variscan mineral systems

With cutting-edge research in the fields of ENERGY, HEALTH and MATTER, around 1,500 employees from more than 70 nations at Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) are committed to mastering the great challenges facing society today.

At the Helmholtz Institute Freiberg for Resource Technology (HIF), innovative technologies for the circular economy are developed to provide and use mineral and metal-bearing raw materials more efficiently and to recycle them in an environmentally friendly way.

The Department of Analytics is looking for a PhD Student (f/m/d) Li, Sn, and W transport and enrichment in Variscan mineral systems. 

Your tasks

# Investigation of the structural setting of known magmatic / magmatic-hydrothermal Li, Sn and W deposits in the Variscan Orogen
# Identification of structural controls on ore-forming processes
# Study of petrological constraints on alteration and mineralization processes
# Modelling of metal transport by hydrothermal fluids and fluid-rock interaction
# Analysis, interpretation, and documentation of results
# Development and test of vectoring tools towards ore bodies
# Publication and presentation of research findings in scientific journals and at project meetings, workshops, and conferences

Your profile

# Completed university studies (Master/Diploma) in the field of Geology, Structural Geology, Economic Geology, Geochemistry, Mineralogy or related field
# Relevant experience in magmatic- and magmatic-hydrothermal mineral systems and in field-based geological studies
# In-depth knowledge of structural geology
# Knowledge of modelling techniques for fluid-rock interaction and magmatic processes will be an advantage
# Excellent team-working skills
# Ability to work in a structured and solution-oriented manner
# Ability to work in the field
# Driving license will be an advantage
# Excellent English language skills are required
# German, French or Czech language skills will be an advantage

Our offer

# A vibrant research community in an open, diverse and international work environment
# Scientific excellence and extensive professional networking opportunities
# A structured PhD program with a comprehensive range of continuing education and networking opportunities - more information about the PhD program at the HZDR can be found here
# Salary and social benefits in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD-Bund) including 30 days of paid holiday leave, company pension scheme (VBL)
# Depending on the personal qualifications, the candidate may be classified in salary group 13 according to TVöD-Bund
# We support a good work-life balance with the possibility of part-time employment, mobile working and flexible working hours
# Numerous company health management offerings
# Employee discounts with well-known providers via the platform Corporate Benefits
# An employer subsidy for the "Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket"

We look forward to receiving your application documents (including cover letter, CV, diplomas/transcripts, etc.), which you can submit via our online-application-system.  

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

PHD Thesis

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

01.01.2027

PhD Student (f/m/d) Sources of Li, Sn and W in European Variscan Terranes

With cutting-edge research in the fields of ENERGY, HEALTH and MATTER, around 1,500 employees from more than 70 nations at Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) are committed to mastering the great challenges facing society today.

At the Helmholtz Institute Freiberg for Resource Technology (HIF), innovative technologies for the circular economy are developed to provide and use mineral and metal-bearing raw materials more efficiently and to recycle them in an environmentally friendly way.

The Department of Analytics is looking for a PhD Student (f/m/d) Sources of Li, Sn and W in European Variscan Terranes. 

Your tasks

# Geochemical and lithological characterization of potential protoliths for granitic magmatism
# Mineral characterisation using a range of analytical methods (e.g., EPMA, LA-ICP-MS…)
# Analysis, interpretation, and documentation of mineralogical and geochemical results
# Critical evaluation of protolith contributions to ore-forming processes
# Development of vectoring tools
# Testing and validation of vectoring tools at selected field sites in the Variscan Orogen
# Publication and presentation of research findings in scientific journals and at project meetings, workshops, and conferences

Your profile

# Completed university studies (Master/Diploma) in the field of Economic Geology, Mineralogy, Geochemistry or similar or related field
# Knowledge on magmatic systems and associated ore deposits is required
# Relevant documented experience in conducting field-based geological research is required
# Relevant experience in the use of bulk and local analytical methods (e.g., XRF, EPMA, LA-ICPMS) is required
# Experience with the use of relevant modelling software for magmatic / magmatic-hydrothermal processes will be an advantage
# Excellent team-working skills
# Ability to work in a structured and solution-oriented manner
# Ability to work in the field
# Excellent English language skills are required
# German, French or Czech language skills will be of an advantage

Our offer

# A vibrant research community in an open, diverse and international work environment
# Scientific excellence and extensive professional networking opportunities
# A structured PhD program with a comprehensive range of continuing education and networking opportunities - more information about the PhD program at the HZDR can be found here
# Salary and social benefits in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD-Bund) including 30 days of paid holiday leave, company pension scheme (VBL)
# Depending on the personal qualifications, the candidate may be classified in salary group 13 according to TVöD-Bund
# We support a good work-life balance with the possibility of part-time employment, mobile working and flexible working hours
# Numerous company health management offerings
# Employee discounts with well-known providers via the platform Corporate Benefits
# An employer subsidy for the "Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket"

We look forward to receiving your application documents (including cover letter, CV, diplomas/transcripts, etc.), which you can submit via our online-application-system.  

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

PHD Thesis

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

01.01.2027

PhD Student (f/m/d) Dynamic Modeling and Experimental Analysis of Supercritical CO2 Brayton Cycles in Waste Heat Recovery

With cutting-edge research in the fields of ENERGY, HEALTH and MATTER, around 1,500 employees from more than 70 nations at Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) are committed to mastering the great challenges facing society today.

The Institute of Fluid Dynamics is conducting basic and applied research in the fields of thermo-fluid dynamics and magnetohydrodynamics in order to improve the sustainability, the energy efficiency and the safety of industrial processes.

The Department of Thermal Energy and Process Technology is looking for a PhD Student (f/m/d) Dynamic Modeling and Experimental Analysis of Supercritical CO2 Brayton Cycles in Waste Heat Recovery.

Your tasks

# Characterization of dynamic load profiles of carbon-intensive waste heat recovery and power generation processes
# Literature review of the state of the art in the field of dynamic operation of sCO2 cycles
# Development and carrying out of an experimental matrix for a comprehensive study on steady-state and dynamic load behavior of sCO2 cycles using the CARBOSOLA test facility
# Development of a dynamic model of a sCO2 Brayton cycle based on literature and experimental results
# Simulation and optimization of the operating behavior of flexible energy systems with integrated sCO2 cycles, including control and operating strategies
# Estimation of economic benefits of various potential control and operating strategies of sCO2 Brayton cycles via techno-economic analyses (TEA)
# Contributions to the design recommendations and control strategies for modular sCO2 cycles for broader implementation and economies of scale
# Scientific documentation and communication of results in the form of conference contributions and journal publications

Your profile

# Completed university studies (Master/Diploma) in the field of Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field
# Solid knowledge of thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer phenomena, process engineering, and process technology
# Solid knowledge in process control theory (e.g., model predictive control, fuzzy control, etc.)
# Willingness to work on numerical and experimental tasks
# Excellent teamwork and communication skills in an interdisciplinary and international research environment
# Motivation and self-discipline to carry out research independently
# Excellent command of English (spoken and written)
# Proficient programming skills (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python, Dymola/Modelica) or other common process simulators

Our offer

# A vibrant research community in an open, diverse and international work environment
# Scientific excellence and extensive professional networking opportunities
# A structured PhD program with a comprehensive range of continuing education and networking opportunities - more information about the PhD program at the HZDR can be found here
# Salary and social benefits in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD-Bund) including 30 days of paid holiday leave, company pension scheme (VBL)
# Depending on the personal qualifications, the candidate may be classified in salary group 13 according to TVöD-Bund
# We support a good work-life balance with the possibility of part-time employment, mobile working and flexible working hours
# Numerous company health management offerings
# Employee discounts with well-known providers via the platform Corporate Benefits
# An employer subsidy for the "Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket"

We look forward to receiving your application documents (including cover letter, CV, diplomas/transcripts, etc.), which you can submit via our online-application-system.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

IT - Computing

01.01.2027

Scientific Employee (f/m/d) on the 'HPC-RSE-Nexus' project

With cutting-edge research in the fields of ENERGY, HEALTH and MATTER, around 1,500 employees from more than 70 nations at Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) are committed to mastering the great challenges facing society today.

The Department of Information Services and Computing is the service, consultation and coordination centre for the Information Infrastructure of the HZDR.

The Department IT Infrastructure is looking for a Scientific Employee (f/m/d) on the 'HPC-RSE-Nexus'project, subject to project approval.

Your tasks

# Providing support to internal and external users regarding HPC codes and applications
# Designing and conducting training sessions in the HPC environment
# Operating and further developing HPC services

Your profile

# Completed university studies (Master/Diploma/PhD) in the field of Computer Science, Mathematics, Natural Science or Engineering
# Relevant professional experience (3-5 years) in the specified area
# Experience in the field of high-performance computing
# In-depth knowledge of Linux server administration, HPC, and parallel storage systems
# Knowledge of using and programming parallel algorithms using MPI and CUDA
# Knowledge of installing, optimizing, and benchmarking scientific applications on HPC systems
# Fluent in spoken and written German and English

Our offer

# A vibrant research community in an open, diverse and international work environment
# Scientific excellence and extensive professional networking opportunities
# Salary and social benefits in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD-Bund) including 30 days of paid holiday leave, company pension scheme (VBL)
# Depending on the personal qualifications, the candidate may be classified in salary group 13 according to TVöD-Bund
# We support a good work-life balance with the possibility of part-time employment, mobile working and flexible working hours
# Numerous company health management offerings
# Employee discounts with well-known providers via the platform Corporate Benefits
# An employer subsidy for the "Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket"

We look forward to receiving your application documents (including cover letter, CV, diplomas/transcripts, etc.), which you can submit via our online-application-system.  

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel is a foundation under public law jointly financed by the Federal Republic of Germany (90%) and the State of Schleswig-Holstein (10%). It is one of the internationally leading institutions in the field of marine research.

Through our research and our commitment to the transfer of knowledge and technology, we contribute significantly to the preservation of the function and protection of the ocean for future generations.

The research group Plankton Imaging Technology and Deep-Sea Zooplankton Ecology at GEOMAR (in cooperation with Kiel University’s Marine Data Science Group) is offering a position as a

Doctoral Researcher (m/f/d) (Computer Vision and Marine Data Science)
in the project “MegaRays - Deciphering Underwater Light Fields for 3D Plankton Characterization”

starting at the earliest possible date. 

The position is offered for a duration of 3 years, with the possibility of extension. In the first year, the successful candidate will be employed by GEOMAR at 75%, supplemented by a 25% contract at Kiel University. Years two and three are fully funded at 100% (pay grade E13 according to the collective agreement for the public sector, TVöD, depending on experience).

The position offers the opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree in natural or computer science as a member of the “Helmholtz School for Marine Data Science” (MarDATA). MarDATA’s interdisciplinary focus spans supercomputing, modeling, (bio)informatics, robotics, statistics, and big data methodologies. Doctoral researchers benefit from a structured training program that promotes cross-disciplinary collaboration and provides in-depth scientific insight as well as a systematic approach to marine data science. For more information, visit: www.mardata.de.

Job Description:

As part of the MarDATA doctoral network, the project “MegaRays - Deciphering Underwater Light Fields for 3D Plankton Characterization” aims at exploring the use of underwater light field cameras for observing and characterizing plankton organisms (zooplankton) in the ocean. Light field cameras deviate from off-the-shelf cameras in that all rays have to pass through an extra microlens array that changes their direction. Effectively, this means photographing the object from several slightly different perspectives, allowing focussing or 3D reasoning after image capture. The effects intertwine with refraction at the underwater housing and light-medium interaction in front of the camera. 

The successful applicant will

• combine mathematical models for light field cameras and physical principles of refraction and underwater light propagation in order to simulate the image formation process      
• employ and extend methods of inverse rendering to visually reconstruct plankton from light field images
• develop workflows to extract ecological variables from light field imagery
• investigate, how automated classification can be improved by the extra 3D or raw information contained in light field images
• develop techniques for geometric co-calibration of light field images with a bioluminescence-sensitive camera in order to create 3D plankton models of bioluminescent deep-sea organisms            

It is also expected that the successful applicant will create and contribute to creation and presentation of scientific publications, develop software for calibration, simulation and reconstruction, and is willing to perform and support data acquisition in the lab or at sea during scientific research cruises and collaborate with colleagues from other disciplines as well as the marine technology.

Qualification:

Required:

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or a related field
• documented successful participation in classes in Computer Vision
• Profound knowledge in programming
• Ability to use Computer Vision and Machine Learning libraries on HPC-machines
• very good English skills (written and spoken)

If the university degree has not yet been completed at the time of application, credible evidence must be provided that the degree can be obtained by the start date specified above, and the certificate must be submitted by that date.

Desirable:

• co-authored publication(s) with a focus on computer vision 
• documented experience in machine learning for computer vision
• experience with camera calibration and real data
• knowledge in Marine Biology

As part of the MarDATA program, the successful candidate will become a member of both the Plankton Imaging Group at GEOMAR and the Marine Data Science Group at Kiel University. 

At a workplace, directly on the Kiel Fjord with many leisure and recreational opportunities, we offer you:

• Good conditions for work-life balance: We offer, among other things, the possibility of mobile working and individual working time arrangements, vacation courses for the children of our employees, and good support in finding a place in a daycare center at the Kiel site 
• Support services for professional and personal life situations
• An exciting work environment with the opportunity to provide important impetus for the development of sustainable solutions
• Exciting topics in an international environment
• Work in the field of marine and climate research, a forward-looking area with social significance
• Currently 30 vacation days + additional time off at Christmas and New Year's Eve 
• Corporate Benefits for employees
• Company pension plan and capital-forming benefits

The position is available for a funding period of 3 years. The salary depends on qualification and could be up to the class E13 TVöD-Bund of the German tariff for public employees (the salary at Kiel university is based on TV-L). This is a full-time position (first year two contracts / GEOMAR and Kiel university). The position can not be split. Flexible working models are in principle possible.

GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel seeks to increase the proportion of female scientists and explicitly encourages qualified female academics to apply. GEOMAR is an equal opportunity employer and encourages scientists with disabilities to apply. Qualified disabled applicants will receive preference in the application process.

Please send your application for this post not later than 10th November 2026 under the following link:

Online application

We would appreciate it if you could indicate how you became aware of this position.

As soon as the selection procedure has finished, all your application data will be removed according to data protection regulation.

For further information regarding the position and research unit please contact Dr. Jan Taucher (GEOMAR, jtaucher(at)geomar.de) or Dr. David Nakath (Kiel University, dna(at)cs.uni-kiel.de)

However, we will answer all your questions if you send us an e-mail to bewerbung(at)geomar.de. In doing so, please refer to the keyword “MarDATA MegaRays”.

For further information on GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel or the Helmholtz Association, please visit www.geomar.de or www.helmholtz.de.

GEOMAR is committed to an objective and non-discriminatory personnel selection. Our job advertisements address all people. We expressly renounce the submission of application photos.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Technical staff

05.10.2026

Ihre Aufgaben

Teilnahme an der Rufbereitschaft

Bedienung, Überwachung, Kontrolle und Wartung aller Restbetriebs­systeme, vor allem von Lüftungs­anlagen und peripherer Klimatechnik, wie auch von Heizungs­anlagen der kerntechnischen Einrichtungen

Durch­führung von Instand­haltungs-, Änderungs- und Neubau­arbeiten

Durch­führung von wiederkehrenden Prüfungen

Unterstützung bei der Analyse von Störungen sowie deren Fehler­beseitigung

Registrierung wichtiger Betriebs­daten

Unterstützung bei der Sicher­stellung sämtlicher Prozesse im Rahmen des integrierten Managements (Qualitäts­management, Gesundheits-, Arbeits- und Brandschutz)

Mitwirkung bei der Erstellung und Pflege der System­dokumentation sowie der Prüf- und Betriebs­anweisungen

ausgezeichnete Umgangs­formen und eine eigenständige Arbeits­weise

prozess­orientiertes Denken und Handeln

Kommunikations­stärke und Team­fähigkeit

(Berufs?)Erfahrung in der Anlagen­technik von kerntechnischen Einrichtungen

sehr gute Microsoft-Office-Kenntnisse

Grundlagen­kenntnisse in Kernphysik, Kernstrahlungs­messtechnik und Strahlenschutz

erfolgreich abgeschlossene Weiterbildung zur Meisterin (m/w/d) oder Technikerin (m/w/d) Lüftungs??/?Klimatechnik oder vergleichbar

sicherer Umgang mit und sehr gute Kenntnisse der erforderlichen gesetzlichen Regel­werke (Atomgesetz [AtG], Strahlenschutz­gesetz [StrlSchG], Strahlenschutz­verordnung [StrlSchV], Entsorgungs­verordnung [AtEV], kerntechnische Regel­werke [KTA])

uneingeschränkte Tauglichkeit zum Arbeiten in Kontroll­bereichen

atomrechtliche Zuverlässigkeits­überprüfung

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Bereitschaft zur Fortbildung entsprechend der Fachkunde­richtlinie für Forschungs­reaktoren

Unser Angebot

6 Wochen Urlaub im Jahr; Betriebsferien zwischen Weihnachten und Neujahr

Betriebliche Gesundheits­förderung, z. B. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

gut angebundener Forschungs­campus (ÖPNV) und beste Möglich­keiten zur Vernetzung, Zuschuss zum Deutschland­ticket bei vorliegenden Voraussetzungen (Jobticket), Lademöglich­keiten für E?Fahrzeuge

Sozial­leistungen nach dem Tarifvertrag des öffent­lichen Dienstes und Vergütung bis zur Entgelt­gruppe 9b nach EntgO Bund

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unbefristeter Arbeits­vertrag mit einer spannenden und abwechslungs­reichen Aufgabe in einem Forschungs­zentrum mit rund 1.000 Beschäftigten aus mehr als 60 Nationen

Corporate Benefits

abwechslungs­reiches Kantinen­angebot

individuelle Möglich­keiten zur Weiterbildung

hervorragende technische Infrastruktur und moderne Arbeits­platz­ausstattung

sehr gute Vereinbarkeit von Privat- und Berufsleben; Angebote von mobiler und flexibler Arbeit

familien­freundliche Unternehmens­politik mit Kinder­betreuungs­angeboten, z. B. betriebsnahe Kindertages­stätte

Schwerbehinderte und diesen gleichgestellte behinderte Personen werden bei gleicher Qualifikation und Eignung im Rahmen der gesetzlichen Bestimmungen bevorzugt berücksichtigt.

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This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Technical staff

05.10.2026

Ihre Aufgaben

Bedienung, Überwachung und Kontrolle aller Restbetriebs­systeme der kerntechnischen Einrichtungen

Durchführung von Instandhaltungs-, Änderungs- und Neubauarbeiten

Teilnahme an der Rufbereitschaft

Registrierung wichtiger Betriebsdaten

Unterstützung bei der Sicherstellung sämtlicher Prozesse im Rahmen des integrierten Managements (Qualitäts­management, Gesundheits-, Arbeits- und Brandschutz)

Mitwirkung bei der Erstellung und Pflege der System­dokumentation sowie der Prüf- und Betriebsanweisungen

Durchführung von wiederkehrenden Prüfungen

Unterstützung bei der Analyse von Störungen sowie deren Fehlerbeseitigung

sehr gute Microsoft-Office-Kenntnisse

Grundlagenkenntnisse in Kernphysik, Kernstrahlungs­messtechnik und Strahlenschutz

erfolgreich abgeschlossene Weiterbildung zur Meisterin (m/w/d) oder Technikerin (m/w/d) Maschinentechnik oder vergleichbar

sicherer Umgang mit und sehr gute Kenntnisse der erforderlichen gesetzlichen Regelwerke (Atomgesetz [AtG], Strahlenschutzgesetz [StrlSchG], Strahlenschutzverordnung [StrlSchV], Entsorgungsverordnung [AtEV], kerntechnische Regelwerke [KTA])

ausgezeichnete Umgangsformen und eine eigenständige Arbeitsweise

prozessorientiertes Denken und Handeln

Kommunikationsstärke und Teamfähigkeit

(Berufs?)Erfahrung in der Anlagentechnik von kern­technischen Einrichtungen

uneingeschränkte Tauglichkeit zum Arbeiten in Kontrollbereichen

Atomrechtliche Zuverlässigkeitsüberprüfung

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Bereitschaft zur Fortbildung entsprechend der Fachkunderichtlinie für Forschungsreaktoren

Unser Angebot

gut angebundener Forschungscampus (ÖPNV) und beste Möglichkeiten zur Vernetzung, Zuschuss zum Deutschland­ticket bei vorliegenden Voraussetzungen (Jobticket), Lademöglichkeiten für E?Fahrzeuge

Sozialleistungen nach dem Tarifvertrag des öffentlichen Dienstes und Vergütung bis zur Entgeltgruppe 9b nach EntgO Bund

6 Wochen Urlaub im Jahr; Betriebsferien zwischen Weihnachten und Neujahr

Betriebliche Gesundheitsförderung, z. B. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

individuelle Möglichkeiten zur Weiterbildung

hervorragende technische Infrastruktur und moderne Arbeitsplatzausstattung

sehr gute Vereinbarkeit von Privat- und Berufsleben; Angebote von mobiler und flexibler Arbeit

familienfreundliche Unternehmenspolitik mit Kinderbetreuungsangeboten, z. B. betriebsnahe Kindertagesstätte

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unbefristeter Arbeitsvertrag mit einer spannenden und abwechslungsreichen Aufgabe in einem Forschungszentrum mit rund 1.000 Beschäftigten aus mehr als 60 Nationen

Corporate Benefits

abwechslungsreiches Kantinenangebot

Schwerbehinderte und diesen gleichgestellte behinderte Personen werden bei gleicher Qualifikation und Eignung im Rahmen der gesetzlichen Bestimmungen bevorzugt berücksichtigt.

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Administrative staff

07.10.2026

Ihre Aufgaben

selbstständige Entwicklung von Handlungs­empfehlungen für die Projekt­leitung u. a. zur konzeptionellen Weiter­entwicklung von PMO-Prozessen

Unterstützung bei projekt­bezogenen administrativen Prozessen, z. B. Beschaffungen, Reise­planung, Abrechnungs­unterlagen, Gäste­betreuung oder internen Formular­läufen

Unterstützung bei der Zusammen­stellung von Unterlagen für Berichte, Gremien, Reviews, Evaluations­vorbereitungen und interne Entscheidungs­termine

Unterstützung beim Monitoring von Fristen, Meilen­steinen, Deliverables, Berichts­pflichten und offenen Aufgaben in enger Abstimmung mit der PMO-Leitung

administrative und organisatorische Unterstützung der PMO-Leitung bei der laufenden Koordination des DToCS-Gesamtprojekts

selbstständige Klärung komplexer organisatorischer und administrativer Fragestel­lungen, bezogen auf sämtliche o. g. Themen

Erstellung und Pflege von Agenden, Protokollen, Ergebnis­notizen, Aufgaben­listen, Beschluss­übersichten und Wieder­vorlagen

Termin­management einschließlich Koordination komplexer Abstimmungen mit Projekt­leitung, Work-Package-Leitungen, Co-PIs, administrativen Einheiten und externen Partnern

Sicher­stellung eines professionellen Informations­flusses im PMO-Umfeld sowie service­orientierte Ansprechfunktion für organisatorische Anliegen im DToCS-Projekt

Mitarbeit bei der organisatorischen Vorbereitung von Kommunikations-, Disseminations- und Veranstaltungs­aktivitäten in Abstimmung mit den zuständigen Work Packages und Kommunikations­stellen

Planung, Vorbereitung, Organisation und Nachbereitung von Sitzungen, Workshops, Review-Terminen, Steering-Board-Sitzungen und weiteren projekt­bezogenen Austausch­formaten

Pflege strukturierter Projekt­ablagen, Verteiler, Kontakt­listen, Dokumenten­versionen, Vorlagen und Übersichten

eigenverantwortliche Vorbereitung von Entscheidungs­vorlagen

mehrjährige Erfahrung in Assistenz-, Sekretariats-, Verwaltungs- oder Projekt­unterstützungs­funktionen, idealerweise in einem wissen­schaftlichen, öffent­lichen oder projekt­orientierten Umfeld

Interesse an einem inter­disziplinären Forschungs­umfeld an der Schnittstelle von digitalen Infrastrukturen, Künstlicher Intelligenz, Materialien, Küsten­systemen und wissen­schaftlicher Governance

sehr gute Deutsch­kenntnisse sowie gute Englisch­kenntnisse in Wort und Schrift

abgeschlossene Berufs­ausbildung im kaufmännischen, verwaltungs­bezogenen oder vergleichbaren Bereich; alternativ gleichwertige einschlägige Berufs­erfahrung

sehr gute Organisations­fähigkeit, strukturierte Arbeits­weise und hohe Zuverlässigkeit bei Termin-, Dokumenten- und Aufgaben­verfolgung

gutes Verständnis für vertrauliche Informationen, Daten­schutz, Dokumentations­pflichten und service­orientierte Zusammen­arbeit

Fähigkeit, auch bei parallelen Aufgaben, wechselnden Prioritäten und engen Fristen den Überblick zu behalten

Erfahrung in der Vor- und Nachbereitung von Sitzungen, Protokoll­führung, Dokumenten­management und administrativen Abläufen

Kommunikations­stärke, Team­fähigkeit und freundliches, professionelles Auftreten gegenüber internen und externen Ansprech­partnerinnen und Ansprech­partnern

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sicherer Umgang mit Office-Anwendungen, digitalen Ablage­strukturen, Kollaborations­plattformen und üblichen Kommunikations­werkzeugen

Unser Angebot

Betriebliche Gesundheits­förderung, z. B. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

ein abwechslungs­reiches Kantinen­angebot auf dem Campus

familien­freundliche Unternehmens­politik mit Kinder­betreuungs­angeboten, z. B. betriebsnahe Kindertages­stätte

gut angebundener Forschungs­campus (ÖPNV) und beste Möglich­keiten zur Vernetzung, Zuschuss zum Deutschland­ticket bei vorliegenden Voraussetzungen (Jobticket), Lademöglich­keiten für E-Fahrzeuge

ein inter­disziplinäres Arbeits­umfeld an der Schnittstelle von Digitalen Zwillingen, Künstlicher Intelligenz, Forschungs­infrastrukturen, Materialien und Küsten­systemen

ein verantwortungs­volles Aufgabenfeld mit vielfältigen organisatorischen, administrativen und kommunikativen Tätigkeiten in einem zukunfts­orientierten Forschungs­projekt

Corporate Benefits

die Möglichkeit, den Aufbau professioneller PMO-Strukturen und einer transparenten Projekt­organisation aktiv zu unterstützen

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individuelle Möglich­keiten zur Weiterbildung

hervorragende technische Infrastruktur und moderne Arbeits­platz­ausstattung

eine abwechslungsreiche Assistenz­funktion in einer strategisch bedeutsamen Forschungs­initiative mit hoher Sichtbarkeit innerhalb des Helmholtz-Zentrums Hereon

6 Wochen Urlaub im Jahr; Betriebsferien zwischen Weihnachten und Neujahr

Sozial­leistungen nach dem Tarifvertrag des öffent­lichen Dienstes und Vergütung bis zur Entgelt­gruppe 9a nach TV EntgO Bund

sehr gute Vereinbarkeit von Privat- und Berufsleben; Angebote von mobiler und flexibler Arbeit

enge Zusammen­arbeit mit PMO-Leitung, Projekt­leitung, Work-Package-Leitungen, Co-PIs, administrativen Einheiten und externen Partner­strukturen

Schwerbehinderte und diesen gleichgestellte behinderte Personen werden bei gleicher Qualifikation und Eignung im Rahmen der gesetzlichen Bestimmungen bevorzugt berücksichtigt.

Haben wir Ihr Interesse geweckt?
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Executive posts

07.10.2026

Ihre Aufgaben

Koordination von Kommunikations-, Disseminations- und Veranstaltungs­aktivitäten in Abstimmung mit den zuständigen Work Packages und Kommunikations­stellen

Steuerung von Sitzungs-, Entscheidungs- und Nachverfolgungs­prozessen einschließlich Agenda-Planung, Ergebnis­dokumentation, Aufgaben­verfolgung und Eskalations­logik

eigenverantwortliche operative Steuerung des PMO als zentrale Koordinations- und Steuerungs­einheit des DToCS-Projekts

Monitoring von Meilen­steinen, Deliverables, Key Performance lndicators und Kapazitäts­aufbau-Aktivitäten über alle Work Packages hinweg

Entwicklung und Umsetzung eines projekt­weiten Reporting- und Controlling-Systems einschließlich Status­berichten, Fortschritts­darstellungen, Management­informationen und evaluierungs­relevanten Nachweisen

Koordination von Projekt­planung, Finanz- und Ressourcen­steuerung, administrativen Prozessen sowie Abstimmungen mit relevanten internen Einheiten

Sicher­stellung konsistenter Informations­flüsse und belastbarer Schnitt­stellen zwischen wissen­schaftlichen, technischen, administrativen und strategischen Akteuren

Vorbereitung entscheidungsreifer Vorlagen für Projekt­leitung, Steering Board, Review-Termine und strategische Entscheidungs­punkte, insbesondere mit Blick auf die Zwischen­evaluation Mitte 2029

Konzeption, Aufbau und kontinuierliche Weiterent­wicklung von PMO-Strukturen, Standards, Prozessen, Vorlagen und Qualitäts­sicherungs­mechanismen

Weiterent­wicklung und Pflege des Risiko­managements einschließlich Identifikation, Bewertung, Priorisierung und Nachverfolgung von Risiken sowie Mitigations­maßnahmen

sehr hohe Organisations-, Kommunikations- und Koordinations­fähigkeit, auch in anspruchsvollen Stakeholder-Umfeldern und unter engen Fristen

sicherer Umgang mit vertraulichen Informationen, Dokumentations­pflichten, Compliance-Anforderungen und qualitäts­gesicherten Prozessen

Promotion ist wünschenswert, aber nicht zwingend erforderlich

sehr gute Deutsch- und Englisch­kenntnisse in Wort und Schrift

ausgeprägte Fähigkeit, komplexe Sachverhalte entscheidungs­orientiert aufzubereiten und zwischen wissen­schaftlichen, technischen, administrativen und strategischen Anforderungen zu vermitteln

Vorkenntnisse zu Digitalen Zwillingen, Künstlicher Intelligenz, daten­getriebenen Forschungs­infrastrukturen oder verwandten digitalen Wissen­schafts­themen sind wünschenswert

mehrjährige, belastbare Erfahrung im eigenverantwortlichen Projekt­management wissen­schaftlicher Projekte, idealerweise in komplexen, mehrjährigen Forschungs-, Infrastruktur- oder Verbund­vorhaben mit mehreren Partnern, Arbeits­paketen oder Gremien­strukturen

abgeschlossenes Hochschul­studium in einem für DToCS relevanten Fachgebiet, z. B. Natur-, Ingenieur-, Daten-, Umwelt-, Material-, Informations- oder verwandte Wissen­schaften

sehr gute Kenntnisse in konzeptioneller Projekt­steuerung, Finanz­controlling, Berichts­wesen, Meilenstein- und KPI?Management, Risiko­management, Qualitäts­sicherung und Evaluation

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gutes Verständnis wissen­schaftlicher Governance-Strukturen, inter­disziplinärer Forschung, institutioneller Entscheidungs­prozesse und strategischer Forschungs­förderung

Erfahrung in der Entwicklung und Implementierung von Steuerungs-, Reporting- und Governance-Prozessen in einem wissen­schaftlich und organisatorisch komplexen Umfeld

Für weitere Auskünfte wenden Sie sich bitte an

mailto: Andreas.Schreyer@hereon.de

Prof. Dr. Schreyer

Unser Angebot

Gestaltungs­spielraum beim Aufbau professioneller PMO-Prozesse und bei der Vorbereitung der Zwischen­evaluation sowie möglicher langfristiger Verstetigung der Plattform

ein inter­disziplinäres und wissen­schaftlich anspruchsvolles Umfeld mit engen Schnitt­stellen zu Materialien, Küsten­systemen, Daten­wissen­schaften, KI und Forschungs­infrastrukturen

individuelle Möglich­keiten zur Weiterbildung

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die Möglichkeit, zentrale Governance-, Reporting- und Steuerungs­strukturen für eine langfristig angelegte digitale Forschungs­plattform mitzugestalten

sehr gute Vereinbarkeit von Privat- und Berufsleben; Angebote von mobiler und flexibler Arbeit

familien­freundliche Unternehmens­politik mit Kinder­betreuungs­angeboten, z. B. betriebsnahe Kindertages­stätte

6 Wochen Urlaub im Jahr; Betriebsferien zwischen Weihnachten und Neujahr

Zusammen­arbeit mit Projekt­leitung, Steering Board, Work-Package-Leitungen, Co-PIs, administrativen Einheiten und externen Partner­strukturen

Betriebliche Gesundheits­förderung, z. B. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

gut angebundener Forschungs­campus (ÖPNV) und beste Möglich­keiten zur Vernetzung, Zuschuss zum Deutschland­ticket bei vorliegenden Voraussetzungen (Jobticket), Lademöglich­keiten für E-Fahrzeuge

hervorragende technische Infrastruktur und moderne Arbeits­platz­ausstattung

Sozial­leistungen nach dem Tarifvertrag des öffent­lichen Dienstes und Vergütung bis zur Entgelt­gruppe 15 nach TV EntgO Bund

Corporate Benefits

eine verantwortungsvolle Schlüssel­rolle in einer strategisch bedeutsamen Forschungs­initiative an der Schnittstelle von Digitalen Zwillingen, Künstlicher Intelligenz, Forschungs­infrastrukturen und institutioneller Entwicklung

ein abwechslungs­reiches Kantinen­angebot auf dem Campus

Schwerbehinderte und diesen gleichgestellte behinderte Personen werden bei gleicher Qualifikation und Eignung im Rahmen der gesetzlichen Bestimmungen bevorzugt berücksichtigt.

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Institute of Materials and Process Design

PHD Thesis

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

15.10.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Institute of Photoelectro Chemistry

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

15.10.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Institute of Surface Science

PHD Thesis

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

21.10.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

01.02.2027

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Diploma & Master Thesis

01.12.2026

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

01.03.2027

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

01.02.2027

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

PHD Thesis

01.02.2027

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Other

01.03.2027

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Technical staff

29.09.2026

Das GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung in Darmstadt betreibt eine der führenden Teilchenbeschleunigeranlagen für die Wissenschaft. Derzeit wird in internationaler Zusammenarbeit die neue Anlage FAIR (Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research) gebaut, eines der größten Forschungsvorhaben weltweit. GSI und FAIR bieten die Gelegenheit, in diesem internationalen Umfeld mit einem Team von Mitarbeiter*innen zusammenzuarbeiten, das sich täglich dafür einsetzt, Wissenschaft auf Weltniveau zu betreiben.

Wir suchen für die Abteilung „Accelerator Control Systems“ (ACO), die in Zusammenarbeit mit internationalen Partnern für das Steuerungssystem der Beschleunigeranlagen zuständig ist,zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt einen

Ingenieur*in Automatisierungstechnik (m/w/d)

für das Beschleuniger-Kontrollsystem

Kennziffer: 26.146-6210

Die Stelle befasst sich mit der Entwicklung, Inbetriebnahme, Optimierung und Betreuung von Kontrollsystemen für LHe-Kryogenik-, Vakuum- und Personenschutzsysteme im Umfeld der Beschleunigeranlagen von GSI und FAIR.

Ihre Aufgaben:

• Planung, Koordination und Durchführung von Projekten im Bereich industrieller Steuerungssysteme
• Weiterentwicklung, Implementierung und Optimierung von Steuerungs- und SCADA-Systemen
• Erstellung und Umsetzung von Steuerungskonzepten sowie Auswahl geeigneter Hardwarekomponenten
• Test, Integration und Dokumentation der entwickelten Software
• Analyse und Behebung von Störungen sowie Unterstützung des Anlagenbetriebs
• Zusammenarbeit mit internen Fachabteilungen sowie internationalen Partnern (z.B. CERN)
• Unterstützung bei Inbetriebnahme und Betrieb der Beschleunigeranlagen, einschließlich Teilnahme an Rufbereitschaften
• Mitwirkung an fachübergreifender konzeptioneller Arbeit.

Obligatorische Anforderungen an ihr Profil:

• Abgeschlossenes Hochschulstudium (M.Sc. oder Diplom) der Automatisierungstechnik, Elektrotechnik oder vergleichbar
• Sehr gute Kenntnisse in SPS-Systemen (Siemens S7-1500, TIA Portal)
• Erfahrung mit IEC 61131-3 Programmiersprachen
• Kenntnisse in Visualisierungssystemen (z.B. WinCC OA)
• Erfahrung in der Umsetzung von Automatisierungsprojekten
• Gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift
• Fähigkeit und Bereitschaft, sich zügig in neue Themengebiete einzuarbeiten

Vorteilhafte Kenntnisse:

• Kenntnisse in höheren Programmiersprachen (z. B. C# und Python)
• Erfahrung mit dem CERN-Framework UNICOS (wünschenswert)
• Verständnis für komplexe technische Systeme (z.B. Kryo-, Vakuum- oder Beschleunigertechnik)

Für eine erfolgreiche Bewerbung verfügen Sie über die genannten Qualifikationen und bringen Interesse an der Arbeit in einem hochkomplexen technischen und wissenschaftlichen Umfeld mit.

Darüber hinaus stellt Ihre Aufgabe Anforderungen an selbstständiges, strukturiertes Arbeiten sowie Team- und Kommunikationsfähigkeit. Die enge Zusammenarbeit mit verschiedenen Fachgruppen erfordert ein hohes Maß an Verantwortungsbewusstsein und Kooperationsfähigkeit.

Im Rahmen des FAIR-Projekts werden in den kommenden Jahren wesentliche Teile der Kontrollsysteme weiterentwickelt und neu in Betrieb genommen. Sie haben die Möglichkeit, eigene Ideen einzubringen und aktiv an der Gestaltung moderner Automatisierungslösungen mitzuwirken.

Wir bieten Ihnen eine vielseitige, abwechslungsreiche und anspruchsvolle Tätigkeit in einem gut ausgestatteten Forschungsumfeld. Bei uns verbinden sich sinnstiftende Aufgaben mit verlässlichen Rahmenbedingungen. Neben persönlichen Weiterbildungs- und Qualifizierungsangeboten unterstützen wir Sie aktiv bei der Vereinbarkeit von Familie und Beruf. Für Ihre Gesundheit und Ihren Ausgleich sorgen unser betriebliches Gesundheitsmanagement, Sozialberatungsangebote und ein aktiver Betriebssportverein. Ergänzend profitieren Sie von Leistungen zur Rentenzusatzversorgung, zusätzlicher Betrieblicher Freizeit, einem bezuschussten Jobticket sowie der Möglichkeit zum zeitweisen mobilen Arbeiten, wo es die Aufgaben zulassen.

Die Stelle ist unbefristet. Das Gehalt richtet sich nach dem Tarifvertrag TVöD (Bund).

GSI fördert die berufliche Entwicklung von Frauen und begrüßt es, wenn sich Frauen durch die Ausschreibung besonders angesprochen fühlen.

Schwerbehinderte erhalten bei gleicher Qualifikation den Vorzug.

Weitere Informationen über GSI und FAIR erhalten Sie unterwww.gsi.de sowie www.fair-center.eu.

Wenn Sie das beschriebene Aufgabenfeld als persönliche Herausforderung ansehen und Interesse haben, in einem außergewöhnlichen internationalen, stark technisch geprägten Umfeld zu arbeiten, senden Sie bitte Ihre vollständigen Bewerbungsunterlagen inklusive Ihrer Gehaltsvorstellungen mit Angabe Ihres frühestmöglichen Eintrittstermins unter Angabe der Kennziffer 26.146-6210 bis spätestens bis zum 27.10.2026 über das Online-Portal auf unserer Webseite:

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ABTEILUNG PERSONAL

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64291 DARMSTADT

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Technical staff

02.10.2026

Das GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung in Darmstadt betreibt eine der führenden Teilchenbeschleunigeranlagen für die Wissenschaft. Derzeit wird in internationaler Zusammenarbeit die neue Anlage FAIR (Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research) gebaut, eines der größten Forschungsvorhaben weltweit. GSI und FAIR bieten die Gelegenheit, in diesem internationalen Umfeld mit einem Team von Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeitern zusammenzuarbeiten, das sich täglich dafür einsetzt, Wissenschaft auf Weltniveau zu betreiben.

Für die Abteilung Gebäude Sicherheitstechnische Anlagen (GSA) suchen wir zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt eine*n

       Techniker*in Anlagenelektroniker*in (d/m/w) Schwerpunkt Brandmeldetechnik

 Kennziffer: 26.147-2141

Als Teil des Teams der Sicherheitstechnik der GSI übernehmen Sie eigenverantwortlich Aufgaben zur Unterstützung der Projektplanung und– Abwicklung, der Errichtung, sowie der Instandhaltung und Sanierung von Brandmeldeanlagen in Neu- und Bestandsbauten.

Ihre Aufgaben:

• Mitarbeit bei der Umsetzung von Neubau- und Sanierungsprojekten.
• Begleitung der Erst- und wiederkehrenden Prüfungen durch Sachverständige.
• Beauftragung und Überwachung der Störungsbeseitigung.
• Abgleich von Errichterdokumentationen mit den Installationen vor Ort

Ihr Profil:

• Erfolgreich abgeschlossene Berufsausbildung als Elektroniker*in, Elektroinstallateur*in oder eine vergleichbare tätigkeitsbezogene Ausbildung.
• Erste Erfahrung im Aufbau von Brandmeldesystemen.
• Erste Erfahrungen in der Installation von elektrischen Anlagen in Gebäuden und im industriellen Umfeld.
• Kommunikationsfähigkeit, Eigeninitiative und Teamfähigkeit.
• Bereitschaft zur regelmäßigen Weiterbildung.
• Sehr gute Kenntnisse der deutschen Sprache.
• Erfahrung im Umgang mit MS- Office

Wir bieten Ihnen eine vielseitige, abwechslungsreiche und anspruchsvolle Tätigkeit mit interessanten und vielfältigen Aufgaben in einem international angesehenen Forschungsinstitut.

GSI bietet weiterhin verschiedene Angebote zur Vereinbarkeit von Familie und Beruf, Angebote im Bereich des betrieblichen Gesundheitsmanagements, betriebliche Sozialberatungsangebote, persönliche Weiterbildungs- und Qualifizierungsangebote, Job-Ticket, Leistungen zur Rentenzusatzversorgung, zusätzliche Betriebliche Freizeit, sowie einen Betriebssportverein.

Die Stelle ist unbefristet. Das Gehalt richtet sich nach dem Tarifvertrag TVöD (Bund).

GSI fördert die berufliche Entwicklung von Frauen und begrüßt es, wenn sich Frauen durch die Ausschreibung besonders angesprochen fühlen.

Schwerbehinderte erhalten bei gleicher Qualifikation den Vorzug.

Weitere Informationen über GSI und FAIR erhalten Sie unter www.gsi.de sowie www.fair-center.eu.

Wenn Sie das beschriebene Aufgabenfeld als persönliche Herausforderung ansehen und Interesse haben, in einem außergewöhnlichen internationalen, stark technisch geprägten Umfeld zu arbeiten, senden Sie bitte Ihre vollständigen Bewerbungsunterlagen inklusive Ihrer Gehaltsvorstellungen, Ihres frühestmöglichen Eintrittstermins unter Angabe der Kennziffer 26.147-2141 spätestens bis zum 30.10.2026 über unser Bewerberportal:

Online-Bewerbungsportal

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH

ABTEILUNG PERSONAL

PLANCKSTRASSE 1

64291 DARMSTADT

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

01.10.2026

The GSI Helmholtz Centre for Heavy Ion Research in Darmstadt operates one of the world’s leading particle accelerator facilities for scientific research. In international collaboration, the new accelerator facility FAIR – Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research is currently under construction—one of the largest and most ambitious research projects worldwide. GSI and FAIR provide the opportunity to work in a highly international environment with a team of dedicated professionals committed to advancing science at the highest international level.

To strategically strengthen and further develop our third-party funding activities, we are seeking to appoint, at the earliest possible date:

Head of Third-Party Funding Staff Unit (f/m/d)

Posting-ID.: 26.144-9300

Your responsibilities:

• Identify and analyze relevant funding programs at regional, national, and international levels including programs supporting research, education and training, institutional development and related activities (e.g., EU programs, federal and state funding schemes, and foundations)
• Develop and implement an organization-wide funding strategy in close collaboration with scientific departments, administration and senior management
• Lead the central third-party funding office supporting grant applications and project management activities
• Advise researchers on the development and submission of competitive funding proposals
• Administer complex collaborative projects and international research consortia
• Support the implementation of funded projects, including monitoring, reporting, and financial management
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with funding bodies
• Expand and maintain relevant networks at regional, German national, and international levels
• Further develop internal processes and structures for third-party funding management
• Coordinate GSI’s internal research and development program, including oversight of performance accounting and the design and organization of reporting processes.

Your profile:

• Completed university degree at master’s level or above preferably in a relevant field such as natural sciences, engineering, economics, education, public administration, research management, or related discipline (a PhD or equivalent advanced qualification is desirable)
• Proven experience in identifying and managing research funding opportunities in Germany; additional qualifications (e.g., in research funding management) are an advantage
• Experience in developing and implementing funding strategies within research organizations, universities, higher-education institutions, public-sector organizations, or comparable environments
• Strong understanding of grant proposal development and research project management
• Experience in coordinating collaborative projects and international research consortia
• Ability to advise and support scientists throughout the proposal and project lifecycle
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work across interdisciplinary teams
• Experience in building strategic partnerships and networks with funding organizations and research stakeholders
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in both German and English

We offer an exciting and diverse position within an internationally renowned research institution, providing excellent opportunities for professional and personal development and the opportunity to contribute strategically to research funding at the interface of science, education, research management, funding and international collaboration.

The position is permanent. Salary and employment conditions are based on the German public service collective agreement (TVöD – Bund).

For more information about FAIR and GSI, please visit: www.fair-center.eu and www.gsi.de

GSI is committed to promoting equal opportunities and actively encourages applications from women.

Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified.

If you consider this position an exciting professional challenge and are interested in working in an international, science- and technology-driven environment, please submit your complete application, including salary expectations and earliest possible starting date, quoting reference number 26.144-9300, no later than 30.10.2026, via our online application portal:

     Online-Bewerbungsportal

GSI Helmholtz Centre for Heavy Ion Research

Human Resources Department

Planckstraße 1

64291 Darmstadt

Germany

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Vocational training

03.10.2026

Das GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung in Darmstadt betreibt eine der führenden Teilchenbeschleunigeranlagen für die Wissenschaft. In den nächsten Jahren wird in internationaler Zusammenarbeit die neue Anlage FAIR (Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research) gebaut, eines der größten Forschungsvorhaben weltweit. GSI und FAIR bieten die Gelegenheit, in diesem internationalen Umfeld mit einem Team von Mitarbeiter*innen zusammenzuarbeiten, das sich täglich dafür einsetzt, Wissenschaft auf Weltniveau zu betreiben.

Für das Ausbildungsjahr 2027 suchen wir

Auszubildende zum*zur Fachinformatiker*in (d/m/w)

Richtung: Systemintegration

Kennziffer 26.05-AUS-8120

(Ausbildungszeit beträgt 3 Jahre)

Dein Profil:

• Du hast einen guten Abschluss der Mittleren Reife, Abitur oder einen Berufsfachschulabschluss
• Du hast Interesse an technischen Aufgaben und Erfahrung mit elektronischen Medien
• Ein sicherer Umgang mit dem PC/Internet und den gängigen Office-Anwendungen wären wünschenswert
• Erste Netzwerkkenntnisse und Erfahrung mit Hard- und Software wären von Vorteil
• Du bist verantwortungsbewusst, zuverlässig, teamfähig und flexibel
• Du zeichnest Dich durch Eigeninitiative und Leistungsbereitschaft aus
• Du verfügst über gute Englisch-Kenntnisse

Deine Aufgaben:

• Planung, Installation, Konfiguration und Verwaltung von komplexen IT-Systemen
• Arbeitsorganisation, Projektmanagement, Qualitätssicherung
• Serviceorientierter Umgang und Beratung von Nutzer*innen
• Fehleranalyse und Störungsbeseitigung an Systemen
• Telefon- und Netzwerkadministration
• Implementierung und Verwaltung von Datenbanken
• Betreuung, Instandhaltung und Erweiterung der Rechenzentren
• Verwaltung von Backup und Langzeitarchivierung
• Anwenden von verschiedenen Programmiersprachen
• Absicherung von IT-Systemen und Netzwerken

Ausbildungsorte:

• Betrieb (in den Gruppen der IT-Abteilung)
  • IT-Werkstatt
  • Datacenter
  • Netzwerk + Telefon
  • Windows
  • Linux
  • IT-Security
• Berufsschule (HEMS Darmstadt)

Wir bieten:

• eine abwechslungsreiche, nach dem Ausbildungsrahmenplan durchgeführte Ausbildung
• einen individuellen Zuschnitt der Ausbildung auf das eigene Leistungsvermögen
• Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten
• Vermögenswirksame Leistungen
• Zusatzversorgung des öffentlichen Dienstes (VBL-Rente)
• 30 Urlaubstage im Jahr
• corporate benefits - Vorteilsportal

Weitere Informationen über GSI und FAIR erhältst Du unter www.gsi.de und www.fair-center.de.

GSI fördert die berufliche Entwicklung von Frauen und begrüßt es, wenn sich Frauen durch die Ausschreibung besonders angesprochen fühlen.

Schwerbehinderte erhalten bei gleicher Qualifikation den Vorzug.

Deine vollständigen Bewerbungsunterlagen im PDF-Format richtest Du bitte unter Angabe der Kennziffer 26.05-AUS-8120 bis zum 01.11.2026 über unser Online-Bewerbungsformular oder per E-Mail(ausbildung(at)gsi.de) an:

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH

Frau Leslie Mück

Planckstraße 1

64291 Darmstadt

Der Einstellungstest findet am 06.11.2026 statt.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Technical staff

07.10.2026

Das GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung in Darmstadt betreibt eine der führenden Teilchenbeschleunigeranlagen für die Wissenschaft. Derzeit wird in internationaler Zusammenarbeit die neue Anlage FAIR (Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research) gebaut, eines der größten Forschungsvorhaben weltweit. GSI und FAIR bieten die Gelegenheit, in diesem internationalen Umfeld mit einem Team von Mitarbeiter*innen zusammenzuarbeiten, das sich täglich dafür einsetzt, Wissenschaft auf Weltniveau zu betreiben.

Wir suchen für die Gruppe Mechanics & Infrastructure (MEI) der Abteilung Beam Diagnostics (BEA) zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt eine*n

Techniker*in (d/m/w)
Elektrotechnik

Kennziffer 26.148-6650

Dieser Fachabteilung obliegt die Konzeption, Realisierung und die Installation von Detektor- und Infrastruktursystemen für die Strahldiagnostik an allen Beschleunigeranlagen von GSI und FAIR.

Ihre Aufgaben:

• Installation und Durchführung von Service-, Wartungs- und Reparaturarbeiten an Schrittmotor- und Pressluft-Steuerungen sowie an Leistungsteilen für Schrittmotorantriebe
• Inbetriebnahme und Kalibration von Schrittmotor- und Pressluft-Antrieben
• Erstellen von Konfigurationsdateien für Steuercontroller
• Service- und Wartungsarbeiten an Strahldiagnose-Systemen in allen Beschleunigeranlagen
• Prüfen/Messen auf Elektronikkarten und deren Überrahmen (Fehlerermittlung)
• Rackinstallation und -Verkabelung, Kabelkonfektionierung
• Erstellen von Kabellaufplänen, Gerätereparatur und Ersatzteilhaltung.

Ihr Profil:

• Abgeschlossene technische Berufsausbildung (z.B. Elektroniker*in) sowie eine Weiterbildung als staatlich geprüfte*r Techniker*in, bevorzugt der Fachrichtung Elektrotechnik, bzw. eine vergleichbare Qualifikation
• Sehr gute Kenntnisse in elektrischer und elektronischer Schaltungstechnik inkl. Fehlersuche
• Fähigkeit zur Anpassung von elektronischen Schaltungen / Platinen gemäß Anforderungen (insbesondere in diskreter Aufbauweise)
• Praktische Erfahrung im Bereich elektromechanische Antriebe bzw. Antriebstechnik und Ansteuerung
• Programmierkenntnisse für lokale Bedien- und Testoberflächen, sowie Speicherbausteinen sind wünschenswert (z.B. Labview, EPROM, etc.)
• Sehr gute Kommunikationskompetenz und ein lösungs­orien­tierter Arbeitsstil.

Wir bieten Ihnen eine vielseitige, abwechslungsreiche und anspruchsvolle Tätigkeit in einem erfahrenen Projektteam. Teamarbeit und der Wille zur Weiterbildung sind für uns unerlässlich. GSI bietet weiterhin verschiedene Angebote zur Vereinbarkeit von Familie und Beruf, Angebote im Bereich des betrieblichen Gesundheitsmanagements, betriebliche Sozialberatungsangebote, persönliche Weiterbildungs- und Qualifizierungsangebote, Job-Ticket, Leistungen zur Rentenzusatzversorgung, zusätzliche Betriebliche Freizeit, sowie einen Betriebssportverein „Schnelle Ionen“.

Die Stelle ist unbefristet. Das Gehalt richtet sich nach dem bei GSI geltenden Tarifvertrag TVöD (Bund).

GSI fördert die berufliche Entwicklung von Frauen und begrüßt es, wenn Frauen sich durch diese Ausschreibung besonders angesprochen fühlen. Schwerbehinderte erhalten bei gleicher Qualifikation den Vorzug.

Weitere Informationen über GSI und FAIR erhalten Sie unter www.gsi.de sowie www.fair-center.eu.

Wenn Sie das beschriebene Aufgabenfeld als persönliche Herausforderung ansehen und Interesse haben, in einem außergewöhnlichen internationalen, stark technisch geprägten Umfeld zu arbeiten, senden Sie bitte Ihre vollständigen Bewerbungsunterlagen inklusive Ihrer Gehaltsvorstellungen mit Angabe Ihres frühestmöglichen Eintrittstermins unter Angabe der Kennziffer 26.148-6650 bis spätestens zum 04.11.2026 an unser Bewerberportal:

Online-Bewerbungsportal

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH

Abteilung Personalmanagement

Planckstrasse 1

64291 Darmstadt

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Technical staff

09.10.2026

Das GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung in Darmstadt betreibt eine der führenden Teilchenbeschleunigeranlagen für die Wissenschaft. Derzeit wird in internationaler Zusammenarbeit die neue Anlage FAIR, Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research, gebaut, eines der größten Forschungsvorhaben weltweit. GSI und FAIR bieten die Gelegenheit, in diesem internationalen Umfeld mit einem Team von Mitarbeiter*innen zusammenzuarbeiten, das sich täglich dafür einsetzt, Wissenschaft auf Weltniveau zu betreiben.

Für die Abteilung Gebäude- und Prozessautomation (GPA) suchen wir zur Verstärkung und Leitung der Gruppe Prozessautomation Betrieb (PAB) zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt eine*n

Ingenieur*in (m/w/d) / Staatlich geprü. Techniker*in / Meister*in

Fachrichtung Elektrotechnik/Automatisierungstechnik

mit Schwerpunkt Prozess- und Gebäudeautomation

Kennziffer: 26.149-2150

Die Gruppe Prozessautomation Betrieb (PAB) ist innerhalb der Abteilung Gebäude- und Prozessautomation für den sicheren, zuverlässigen und effizienten Betrieb sowie die Koordination der Mitarbeitenden der Gruppe PAB verantwortlich.

In enger Zusammenarbeit mit den Planungsstellen, den Fachwerkstätten, internen und externen Dienstleistern sowie den weiteren beteiligten Fachabteilungen übernehmen Sie die fachliche und disziplinarische Leitung der Gruppe PAB. Sie koordinieren die laufenden Betriebs- und Instandhaltungsaufgaben, stellen die Verfügbarkeit der automatisierungstechnischen Anlagen sicher und verantworten die Koordination von Störungsbeseitigungen, Wartungen, Umbauten und technischen Weiterentwicklungen.

Die von der Gruppe betreuten Anlagen sind essentiell für den Betrieb und die Überwachung der versorgungstechnischen Anlagen, insbesondere für Kühl-/Kaltwasser, Druckluft, Heizung, Lüftung sowie Wasserver- und -entsorgung, die für den Betrieb von Beschleunigeranlagen, Rechenzentren und Klimatisierungssystemen erforderlich sind.

 Ihre Aufgaben:

• Fachliche und disziplinarische Leitung der Gruppe Prozessautomation Betrieb (PAB) sowie Koordination und Steuerung der Mitarbeitenden
• Planung, Organisation und Priorisierung der laufenden Betriebs-, Wartungs-, Instandhaltungs- und Störungsbeseitigungsmaßnahmen
• Sicherstellung eines sicheren, zuverlässigen und störungsarmen Betriebs der Anlagen der Prozess- und Gebäudeautomation
• Koordination und fachliche Begleitung von Fehlerdiagnosen, Störungsbeseitigungen und Anlagenoptimierungen
• Verantwortliche Betreuung und Weiterentwicklung der Automatisierungsstationen, insbesondere auf Basis von SIMATIC S5 und S7
• Koordination der technischen Schnittstellen zwischen Betrieb, Planung, Fachwerkstätten, internen Fachabteilungen sowie externen Planungsbüros und Dienstleistern
• Fachliche Betreuung und Steuerung externer Firmen und Dienstleister bei Wartungs-, Instandhaltungs-, Umbau- und Erweiterungsmaßnahmen
• Mitwirkung bei der Planung und Umsetzung von Neu-, Umbau-, Sanierungs- und Erweiterungsmaßnahmen im Bereich der Prozess- und Gebäudeautomation
• Sicherstellung einer strukturierten Dokumentation, Anlagenverwaltung und technischen Betriebsführung
• Mitwirkung bei der Budget-, Ressourcen- und Einsatzplanung der Gruppe
• Weiterentwicklung von Betriebs- und Instandhaltungsstrategien sowie Identifikation von Optimierungs- und Verbesserungspotenzialen
• Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der einschlägigen Normen, Vorschriften, Sicherheitsbestimmungen und technischen Regeln

Ihr Profil:

• Abgeschlossenes Studium, Staatlich geprü. Techniker oder Meister der Fachrichtung Elektrotechnik, vorzugsweise mit Schwerpunkt Automatisierungstechnik, Prozessautomation, Gebäudeautomation, MSR-Technik oder vergleichbarer Fachrichtung
• Mehrjährige Berufserfahrung im Bereich der allgemeinen Elektrotechnik, MSR-Technik, Prozess- und Gebäudeautomation sowie Automatisierungstechnik
• Fundierte Kenntnisse und praktische Erfahrung mit SIMATIC S5 und S7 sowie idealerweise weiteren Systemen der industriellen bzw. technischen Gebäudeautomation
• Erfahrung im Betrieb und in der Instandhaltung automatisierungs- und elektrotechnischer Anlagen
• Erfahrung in der Koordination von Mitarbeitenden, Dienstleistern und projektbeteiligten Fachstellen sowie idealerweise erste Führungserfahrung
• Erfahrung in der Planung, Koordination und Umsetzung von Neu-, Umbau-, Sanierungs- und Instandhaltungsmaßnahmen
• Kenntnisse in der Anwendung von EPLAN sind wünschenswert
• Sehr gute Deutschkenntnisse (C2) sowie gute Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift
• Ausgeprägte Führungs-, Kommunikations- und Organisationsfähigkeit
• Eine selbständige, strukturierte, lösungs- und teamorientierte Arbeitsweise sowie die Fähigkeit, Aufgaben und Ressourcen innerhalb der Gruppe zielgerichtet zu koordinieren und zu priorisieren
• Hohes Verantwortungsbewusstsein hinsichtlich Anlagenverfügbarkeit, Betriebssicherheit und Arbeitssicherheit
• Bereitschaft zur Teilnahme an der Rufbereitschaft

Wir bieten Ihnen eine vielseitige, abwechslungsreiche und anspruchsvolle Tätigkeit in einem gut ausgestatteten Arbeitsumfeld mit interessanten und vielfältigen Aufgaben.  Weiterbildung ist für uns unerlässlich, GSI bietet entsprechende Weiterbildungs- und Qualifizierungsangebote sowohl intern als auch extern. Bei GSI stehen div.  Angebote zur Vereinbarkeit von Familie und Beruf zur Verfügung, Angebote im Bereich des betrieblichen Gesundheitsmanagements, betriebliche Sozialberatungsangebote, Job-Ticket, Leistungen zur Rentenzusatzversorgung, zusätzliche betriebliche Freizeit, sowie einen Betriebssportverein „Schnelle Ionen“.

Die Stelle ist unbefristet. Das Gehalt richtet sich nach dem Tarifvertrag TVöD (Bund).

GSI fördert die berufliche Entwicklung von Frauen und begrüßt es, wenn sich Frauen durch die Ausschreibung besonders angesprochen fühlen.

Schwerbehinderte erhalten bei gleicher Qualifikation den Vorzug.

Weitere Informationen über GSI und FAIR erhalten Sie unter www.gsi.de sowie www.fair-center.eu .

Wenn Sie das beschriebene Aufgabenfeld als persönliche Herausforderung ansehen und Interesse haben, in einem außergewöhnlichen internationalen, stark technisch geprägten Umfeld zu arbeiten, senden Sie bitte Ihre vollständigen Bewerbungsunterlagen inklusive Ihrer Gehaltsvorstellungen mit Angabe Ihres frühestmöglichen Eintrittstermins unter Angabe der Kennziffer 26.149-2150 bis spätestens 6. November 2026 über das Onlineportal auf unserer Webseite:

Online-Bewerbungsportal

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH

Abteilung Personalmanagement

Planckstraße 1

64291 Darmstadt

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Vocational training

10.10.2026

Das GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung in Darmstadt betreibt eine der führenden Teilchenbeschleunigeranlagen für die Wissenschaft. Derzeit wird in internationaler Zusammenarbeit die neue Anlage FAIR (Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research) gebaut, eines der größten Forschungsvorhaben weltweit. GSI und FAIR bieten die Gelegenheit, in diesem internationalen Umfeld mit einem Team von Mitarbeiter*innen zusammenzuarbeiten, das sich täglich dafür einsetzt, Wissenschaft auf Weltniveau zu betreiben.

Für das Ausbildungsjahr ab August 2027 suchen wir

Auszubildende zum*zur Anlagenmechaniker*in

für Sanitär-, Heizungs- und Klimatechnik (d/m/w)

Kennziffer 26.06-AUS-8120

(Ausbildungszeit beträgt 3,5 Jahre)

Dein Profil:

• Du hast mindestens einen qualifizierten Hauptschulabschluss oder höheren Schulabschluss
• Du hast gute Noten in Deutsch und Mathematik
• Du besitzt handwerkliches Geschick und hast Interesse an Technik
• Du hast Lust auf praktische Arbeit und bist kreativ bei Lösungen von Problemen
• Du bist zuverlässig, teamfähig und flexibel

Deine Aufgaben:

• Installation von Sanitäranlagen (Bäder, WC- Anlagen) sowie Trinkwasseranlagen
• Betreuung und Installation moderner Heizungsanlagen (Wärmepumpe, Fossile Brennstoffe)
• Wartung und Instandhaltung technischer Anlagen (SHK)
• Arbeiten mit modernen Werkzeugen und Messgeräten
• Berücksichtigen nachhaltiger Energie- und Wassernutzungssysteme
• Herstellen verschiedener Rohrverbindungstechniken
• Dokumentation der Arbeiten

Ausbildungsorte:

• Betrieb (Ausbildungswerkstatt und diverse Fachbereiche)
• Berufsschule (Erasmus-Kittler-Schule)
• Ausbildungszentrum Entega in Darmstadt

Wir bieten:

• eine abwechslungsreiche, nach dem Ausbildungsrahmenplan durchgeführte Ausbildung
• einen individuellen Zuschnitt der Ausbildung auf das eigene Leistungsvermögen
• Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten
• Vermögenswirksame Leistungen
• Zusatzversorgung des öffentlichen Dienstes (VBL-Rente)
• 30 Urlaubstage im Jahr
• corporate benefits – Vorteilsportal

Weitere Informationen über GSI und FAIR erhältst Du unter www.gsi.de und www.fair-center.de.

GSI fördert die berufliche Entwicklung von Frauen und begrüßt es, wenn sich Frauen durch die Ausschreibung besonders angesprochen fühlen.

Schwerbehinderte erhalten bei gleicher Qualifikation den Vorzug.

Deine vollständigen Bewerbungsunterlagen im PDF-Format richtest Du bitte unter Angabe der Kennziffer 26.06-AUS-8120 bis zum 08.11.2026 über unser Online-Bewerbungsformular oder per E-Mail(ausbildung(at)gsi.de) an:

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH

Frau Leslie Mück

Planckstraße 1

64291 Darmstadt

Der Einstellungstest findet am 12.11.2026 statt.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Technical staff

19.10.2026

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung in Darmstadt operates one of the leading particle accelerators for science. The new FAIR facilility (Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research), one of the world's largest research projects, has started its commissioning phase in international cooperation. GSI and FAIR offer the opportunity to work in this stimulating environment with a team of employees committed to ensuring world-leading science.

The international NUSTAR (NUclear STructure, Astrophysics and Reactions) collaboration comprises more than 700 engaged scientists (all genders) from over 170 institutions wordwide and conducts an internationally-leading research program at GSI/FAIR. To carry out experiments, a range of complex facilities, detectors and technical systems are developed, assembled and operated.

The Experiment Coordination NUSTAR (EXN) group is looking to hire a

Technician / Engineer (all genders)

for vacuum technology and mechanical engineering

Posting ID: 26.152-1012

as soon as possible to support the research activities of the NUSTAR experimental program by providing technical services related to the development and operation of experimental equipment. The work includes, among other things, the planning, fabrication, commissioning, and operation of mechanical components, vacuum systems, and experimental setups. The successful applicant (all genders) will work in cooperation with the various NUSTAR departments within the research division at GSI.

The main tasks include:               

• Fabrication, installation, operation, maintenance, and further development of complex mechanical and vacuum engineering systems for experimental operations
• Procurement, assembly, leak testing, and commissioning of vacuum chambers, pumps, measuring instruments, and integrated vacuum systems
• Assembly and adaptation of mechanical components and custom-made parts, including installation, testing, connection, and commissioning
• Preparation of technical specifications, technical drawings, and CAD models
• Planning and coordination of procurement processes in consultation with the participating research groups and technical departments
• Technical documentation of components and complete systems, taking into account applicable quality, safety, and testing standards
• Contributing to the further development and optimisation of existing experimental facilities.

Candidates should possess:

• Completed bachelor's degree in engineering, or vocational training as a precision mechanic, industrial mechanic, or mechatronics technician, with equivalent skills and experience
• Very good technical understanding and strong practical problem-solving skills.
• Practical experience and in-depth knowledge in one or more of the following areas: vacuum technology, mechanical engineering, and experimental facility construction
• Knowledge of the operating principles and design of vacuum and measurement systems, particularly for scientific or technical experimental setups, is an advantage
• Proficiency in commonly used software tools, particularly CAD/CAM software and Microsoft Office
• Basic programming skills or knowledge of industrial automation would be desirable
• Experience in technical documentation and in preparing technical drawings and specifications is an advantage
• An independent, structured, meticulous, and solution-oriented approach to work
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, as well as enthusiasm for working in an international research environment
• Good written and spoken German and English skills.

We offer a unique opportunity to work in an exciting and highly-stimulating environment within the framework of world-leading scientific topics. The duration of the position is unlimited.

The salary is based on the German civil service employees (Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst - TVöD (Bund)).

GSI supports the professional development of women. Therefore, women are especially encouraged to apply for the position.

Severely handicapped persons will be preferentially considered when equally qualified. Further information about FAIR and GSI is available at www.gsi.de  and www.fair-center.eu.

Inquiries concerning the position can be sent to Dr. Helena May Albers, H.Albers(at)gsi.de.

Applications should include:

• a letter that exhibits the record of accomplishments and expertise as well as the candidate’s motivation
• a Curriculum Vitae
• at least 2 references from former employers if available

If you find this position interesting and challenging and would like to work in an exceptional, international scientifically excellent environment, please send your application documents with information of your earliest possible starting date and the Posting-ID 26.152-1012 by 17.11.2026 at the latest via the online portal on our job site:

Online-Bewerbungsportal

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH

ABTEILUNG PERSONAL

PLANCKSTRAßE 1

64291 DARMSTADT

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Work placement

Kennziffer 10708

Startdatum:  ab 1. Januar 2026
Praktikumszeitraum:  maximal 2 Wochen

Das Department 4 bündelt Kompetenzen, die sich mit der Dynamik von Geosystemen in der tiefen Erde, an der Erdoberfläche und der Nutzung des Untergrunds befassen. Dazu kombinieren wir geologische, geophysikalische und geochemische Methoden sowie Laborexperimente und Prozesssimulationen: wir erforschen, wie die Erde sich verformt, wie die Erdoberfläche sich infolge von Plattenbewegungen und Klimawandel verändert und wie der Untergrund nachhaltig genutzt werden kann.

Weitere Einblicke zum Department 4 "Geosysteme" und seine Sektionen findest Du hier.

Das erwartet Dich:

• Einblicke in die Forschungsinhalte des GFZ im Allgemeinen und des Departments
• Wissenschaftsalltag in möglichst großer Bandbreite
• Wissenschaftsbetrieb mit seinen Besonderheiten - im Unterschied zur Privatwirtschaft
• Einblick in das Schülerlabor am GFZ
• Besuch der Bibliothek "Wissenschaftspark Albert Einstein"

Das bringst Du mit:

• gute Leistungen in den naturwissenschaftlichen Schulfächern (wie Physik, Geografie, Mathematik, Informatik)
• sehr gute bis gute Englischkenntnisse
• Interesse an geowissenschaftlichen Themen

Entscheidende Kriterien für die Vergabe der Praktikumsplätze sind die Qualität der Bewerbung und die Verfügbarkeit von Betreuer:innen zu den angefragten Themen und Terminen.

Haben wir Dein Interesse geweckt?

Dann freuen wir uns auf Deine aussagekräftige Bewerbung. Wir bitten Dich vorab eine Entscheidung für das entsprechende Department zu treffen und somit nur  eine Bewerbung bei uns einzureichen. Bitte sende diese ausschließlich über den in der jeweiligen Stellenanzeige enthaltenen "Bewerben-Button".

Deine Bewerbungsunterlagen sollten folgende Unterlagen umfassen:

• ein selbstständig verfasstes Motivationsschreiben
• Deinen Lebenslauf
• eine Kopie Deines letzten Zeugnisses
• den Praktikumsvertrag der Schule

Zusätzlich gibst Du uns bitte Dein Schuljahr und den genauen Zeitraum des Praktikums an.

Das GFZ setzt sich aktiv für Vielfalt ein und begrüßt ausdrücklich Bewerbungen aller qualifizierter Personen, unabhängig von ethnischer und sozialer Herkunft, Nationalität, Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung und Identität, Religion/Weltanschauung, Alter und körperlichen Merkmalen. Wir fördern ein inklusives Arbeitsumfeld, in dem jede:r die eigenen Talente voll entfalten kann. Anerkannt schwerbehinderte Menschen werden bei gleicher Eignung und Qualifikation nach Maßgabe des Sozialgesetzbuches IX bevorzugt berücksichtigt. Bei Fragen zur Gleichstellung der Geschlechter kannst Du gern mit unserer Gleichstellungsbeauftragten Kontakt aufnehmen.

„Vielfalt in den Perspektiven“ ist einer der Kernwerte des GFZ. Als integraler Bestandteil der Unterstützung der Vielfalt in unserem Zentrum fördern wir aktiv Frauen in der Wissenschaft und in Führungspositionen, u.a. durch unseren Gleichstellungsplan und die Maßnahmen des Kaskadenmodells, um nachhaltige Chancengleichheit in wissenschaftlichen Karrierewegen zu ermöglichen. Das GFZ setzt sich damit engagiert für die Gleichstellung von Frauen und Männern in der Wissenschaft, auch in Führungspositionen, ein und ermutigt Frauen ausdrücklich, sich zu bewerben.

Deine personenbezogenen Daten werden zur Durchführung des Auswahlverfahrens auf Grundlage von Art. 6 Abs. 1 b, Art. 88 DSGVO i. V. m. § 26 BbgDSG verarbeitet. Nach Abschluss des Verfahrens werden Bewerbungsunterlagen unter Einhaltung der datenschutzrechtlichen Bestimmungen gelöscht.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Work placement

Kennziffer 10757

Startdatum:  ab 1. Januar 2026
Praktikumszeitraum:  maximal 2 Wochen

Das erwartet Dich:

• Einblicke in die Forschungsinhalte des GFZ im Allgemeinen und des Departments "Geophysik" mit seinen einzelnen Sektionen
• Wissenschaftsalltag in möglichst großer Bandbreite
• Wissenschaftsbetrieb mit seinen Besonderheiten - im Unterschied zur Privatwirtschaft
• Einblick in das Schülerlabor am GFZ
• Besuch der Bibliothek "Wissenschaftspark Albert Einstein"

Das bringst Du mit:

• gute Leistungen in den Schulfächern Physik, Mathematik, Informatik
• Englischkenntnisse
• Interesse an pyhsikalischen Experimenten, an Mathematik und an Computeranwendungen

Entscheidende Kriterien für die Vergabe der Praktikumsplätze sind die Qualität der Bewerbung und die Verfügbarkeit von Betreuer:innen zu den angefragten Themen und Terminen.

Haben wir Dein Interesse geweckt?

Dann freuen wir uns auf Deine aussagekräftige Bewerbung. Wir bitten Dich vorab eine Entscheidung für das entsprechende Department zu treffen und somit nur  eine Bewerbung bei uns einzureichen. Bitte sende diese ausschließlich über den in der jeweiligen Stellenanzeige enthaltenen "Bewerben-Button".

Deine Bewerbungsunterlagen sollten folgende Unterlagen umfassen:

• ein selbstständig verfasstes Motivationsschreiben
• Deinen Lebenslauf
• eine Kopie Deines letzten Zeugnisses
• den Praktikumsvertrag der Schule

Zusätzlich gibst Du uns bitte Dein Schuljahr und den genauen Zeitraum des Praktikums an.

Das GFZ setzt sich aktiv für Vielfalt ein und begrüßt ausdrücklich Bewerbungen aller qualifizierter Personen, unabhängig von ethnischer und sozialer Herkunft, Nationalität, Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung und Identität, Religion/Weltanschauung, Alter und körperlichen Merkmalen. Wir fördern ein inklusives Arbeitsumfeld, in dem jede:r die eigenen Talente voll entfalten kann. Anerkannt schwerbehinderte Menschen werden bei gleicher Eignung und Qualifikation nach Maßgabe des Sozialgesetzbuches IX bevorzugt berücksichtigt. Bei Fragen zur Gleichstellung der Geschlechter kannst Du gern mit unserer Gleichstellungsbeauftragten Kontakt aufnehmen.

„Vielfalt in den Perspektiven“ ist einer der Kernwerte des GFZ. Als integraler Bestandteil der Unterstützung der Vielfalt in unserem Zentrum fördern wir aktiv Frauen in der Wissenschaft und in Führungspositionen, u.a. durch unseren Gleichstellungsplan und die Maßnahmen des Kaskadenmodells, um nachhaltige Chancengleichheit in wissenschaftlichen Karrierewegen zu ermöglichen. Das GFZ setzt sich damit engagiert für die Gleichstellung von Frauen und Männern in der Wissenschaft, auch in Führungspositionen, ein und ermutigt Frauen ausdrücklich, sich zu bewerben.

 Deine personenbezogenen Daten werden zur Durchführung des Auswahlverfahrens auf Grundlage von Art. 6 Abs. 1 b, Art. 88 DSGVO i. V. m. § 26 BbgDSG verarbeitet. Nach Abschluss des Verfahrens werden Bewerbungsunterlagen unter Einhaltung der datenschutzrechtlichen Bestimmungen gelöscht.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Work placement

Das GFZ Helmholtz Zentrum für Geoforschung zählt zu den weltweit führenden Forschungseinrichtungen im Bereich der Geowissenschaften. Als Teil der Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft, der größten Wissenschaftsorganisation Deutschlands, widmen wir uns globalen Herausforderungen wie Naturgefahren, dem Klimawandel und der nachhaltigen Nutzung natürlicher Ressourcen. Dabei verbinden wir exzellente Forschung mit gesellschaftlicher Relevanz. Unsere internationale Gemeinschaft aus rund 1.200 Mitarbeitenden und ca. 500 Gästen arbeitet interdisziplinär und nutzt eine einzigartige Forschungsinfrastruktur, um die dynamischen Prozesse des Erdsystems zu untersuchen. Unsere Vision lautet: „Den Puls der Erde messen, um einen lebenswerten Planeten zu bewahren.

Kennziffer 11460

Startdatum: ab 1. Januar 2027
Praktikumszeitraum: maximal 2 Wochen

Das erwartet Dich:

• Einblicke in die Forschungsinhalte des GFZ im Allgemeinen und des Departments "Geodäsie" im Speziellen
• Tätigkeit in allen Sektionen des Departments "Geodäsie"
• Einblick in das Schülerlabor am GFZ
• Besuch der Bibliothek "Wissenschaftspark Albert Einstein"
• der Wissenschaftsalltag in möglichst großer Bandbreite
• der Wissenschaftsbetrieb mit seinen Besonderheiten - im Unterschied zur Privatwirtschaft

Das bringst Du mit:

• gute Leistungen in den naturwissenschaftlichen Schulfächern (wie Physik, Geografie, Mathematik, Informatik)
• gute Englischkenntnisse
• Interesse an geowissenschaftlichen Themen

Entscheidende Kriterien für die Vergabe der Praktikumsplätze sind die Qualität der Bewerbung und die Verfügbarkeit von Betreuer:innen zu den angefragten Themen und Terminen.

Dann freuen wir uns auf Deine aussagekräftige Bewerbung. Wir bitten Dich vorab eine Entscheidung für das entsprechende Department zu treffen und somit nur eine Bewerbung bei uns einzureichen. Bitte sende diese ausschließlich über den in der jeweiligen Stellenanzeige enthaltenen "Bewerben-Button".

Deine Bewerbungsunterlagen sollten folgende Unterlagen umfassen:

• ein selbstständig verfasstes Motivationsschreiben
• Deinen Lebenslauf
• eine Kopie Deines letzten Zeugnisses
• den Praktikumsvertrag der Schule

Zusätzlich gibst Du uns bitte Dein Schuljahr und den genauen Zeitraum des Praktikums an.

Bitte benutze für Deine Bewerbung ausschließlich unser Online-Bewerbungsformular.

Wichtiger technischer Hinweis: Derzeit kann es bei E-Mail-Adressen von z. B. @hotmail.com, @outlook.com, @live.de vereinzelt zu Verzögerungen oder Einschränkungen bei Versand bzw. Zustellung von Nachrichten kommen. Um eine reibungslose Kommunikation während des Bewerbungsprozesses sicherzustellen, empfehlen wir die Verwendung einer alternativen E-Mail-Adresse sowie die Angabe einer zusätzlichen Kontaktmöglichkeit (z.B. Telefonnummer).

Das GFZ fördert aktiv Vielfalt und Chancengleichheit. Wir begrüßen ausdrücklich Bewerbungen von allen qualifizierten Personen, unabhängig von ethnischer und sozialer Herkunft, Nationalität, Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung und Identität, Religion oder Weltanschauung, Alter sowie körperlichen oder neurodiversen Fähigkeiten.

„Vielfalt in den Perspektiven“ gehört zu den zentralen Werten des GFZ. Als integralen Bestandteil unserer Diversity-Strategie fördern wir insbesondere Frauen in Wissenschaft und Führung. Für weitere Informationen zu unseren Diversity-Maßnahmen steht Ihnen unser Diversity-Team gerne zur Verfügung. Bei Fragen zu unseren Gleichstellungsmaßnahmen wenden Sie sich bitte an unsere Gleichstellungsbeauftragte oder informieren Sie sich über unseren Gleichstellungsplan sowie das Kaskadenmodell.

Wir freuen uns auf Bewerbungen von Menschen, die gerne in vielfältigen Teams arbeiten, in denen sich alle respektiert und wertgeschätzt fühlen und ihre individuellen Talente bestmöglich entfalten können. Bewerber:innen mit einer anerkannten Schwerbehinderung sowie ihnen gleichgestellte Personen werden bei gleicher Eignung bevorzugt berücksichtigt.

Datenschutzhinweise für Bewerber:innen

Für nähere Informationen zum Aufgabengebiet steht Ihnen Lilli Redlich per E-Mail zur Verfügung. Für allgemeine Fragen zum Bewerbungsverfahren wenden Sie sich gerne an unser Recruiting-Team unter der Telefonnummer +49 (0) 331-6264-28787.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Work placement

Das GFZ Helmholtz Zentrum für Geoforschung zählt zu den weltweit führenden Forschungseinrichtungen im Bereich der Geowissenschaften. Als Teil der Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft, der größten Wissenschaftsorganisation Deutschlands, widmen wir uns globalen Herausforderungen wie Naturgefahren, dem Klimawandel und der nachhaltigen Nutzung natürlicher Ressourcen. Dabei verbinden wir exzellente Forschung mit gesellschaftlicher Relevanz. Unsere internationale Gemeinschaft aus rund 1.200 Mitarbeitenden und ca. 500 Gästen arbeitet interdisziplinär und nutzt eine einzigartige Forschungsinfrastruktur, um die dynamischen Prozesse des Erdsystems zu untersuchen. Unsere Vision lautet: „Den Puls der Erde messen, um einen lebenswerten Planeten zu bewahren.

Kennziffer 11464

Startdatum: ab 1. Januar 2027
Praktikumszeitraum: 2 Wochen (ggf. auch 3 Wochen)

Das erwartet Dich:

• Einblicke in die Forschungsinhalte des GFZ im Allgemeinen und des Departments "Geoinformation" im Speziellen
• Einführung in die Programmierung mit Python sowie die Webentwicklung anhand aktueller Webstandards (HTML5, CSS3)
• Einblicke in die Tätigkeiten des Rechenzentrums (z.B. Installation eines Betriebssystems, Mitarbeit im Support, kleine Scripte programmieren)
• Einblicke und Einführung in die Tätigkeiten einer wissenschaftlichen Bibliothek und des Forschungsdatenmanagements

Das bringst Du mit:

• gute Leistungen in den naturwissenschaftlichen Schulfächern (Mathematik, Informatik)
• Englischkenntnisse
• Interesse an geowissenschaftlichen Themen

Entscheidende Kriterien für die Vergabe der Praktikumsplätze sind die Qualität der Bewerbung und die Verfügbarkeit von Betreuer:innen zu den angefragten Themen und Terminen.

Dann freuen wir uns auf Deine aussagekräftige Bewerbung. Wir bitten Dich vorab eine Entscheidung für das entsprechende Department zu treffen und somit nur eine Bewerbung bei uns einzureichen. Bitte sende diese ausschließlich über den in der jeweiligen Stellenanzeige enthaltenen "Bewerben-Button".

Deine Bewerbungsunterlagen sollten folgende Unterlagen umfassen:

• ein selbstständig verfasstes Motivationsschreiben
• Deinen Lebenslauf
• eine Kopie Deines letzten Zeugnisses
• den Praktikumsvertrag der Schule

Zusätzlich gibst Du uns bitte Dein Schuljahr und den genauen Zeitraum des Praktikums an.

Bitte benutze für Deine Bewerbung ausschließlich unser Online-Bewerbungsformular.

Wichtiger technischer Hinweis: Derzeit kann es bei E-Mail-Adressen von z. B. @hotmail.com, @outlook.com, @live.de vereinzelt zu Verzögerungen oder Einschränkungen bei Versand bzw. Zustellung von Nachrichten kommen. Um eine reibungslose Kommunikation während des Bewerbungsprozesses sicherzustellen, empfehlen wir die Verwendung einer alternativen E-Mail-Adresse sowie die Angabe einer zusätzlichen Kontaktmöglichkeit (z.B. Telefonnummer).

Das GFZ fördert aktiv Vielfalt und Chancengleichheit. Wir begrüßen ausdrücklich Bewerbungen von allen qualifizierten Personen, unabhängig von ethnischer und sozialer Herkunft, Nationalität, Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung und Identität, Religion oder Weltanschauung, Alter sowie körperlichen oder neurodiversen Fähigkeiten.

„Vielfalt in den Perspektiven“ gehört zu den zentralen Werten des GFZ. Als integralen Bestandteil unserer Diversity-Strategie fördern wir insbesondere Frauen in Wissenschaft und Führung. Für weitere Informationen zu unseren Diversity-Maßnahmen steht Ihnen unser Diversity-Team gerne zur Verfügung. Bei Fragen zu unseren Gleichstellungsmaßnahmen wenden Sie sich bitte an unsere Gleichstellungsbeauftragte oder informieren Sie sich über unseren Gleichstellungsplan sowie das Kaskadenmodell.

Wir freuen uns auf Bewerbungen von Menschen, die gerne in vielfältigen Teams arbeiten, in denen sich alle respektiert und wertgeschätzt fühlen und ihre individuellen Talente bestmöglich entfalten können. Bewerber:innen mit einer anerkannten Schwerbehinderung sowie ihnen gleichgestellte Personen werden bei gleicher Eignung bevorzugt berücksichtigt.

Datenschutzhinweise für Bewerber:innen

Für nähere Informationen zum Aufgabengebiet steht Ihnen Katja Schaar per E-Mail zur Verfügung.Für allgemeine Fragen zum Bewerbungsverfahren wenden Sie sich gerne an unser Recruiting-Team unter der Telefonnummer +49 (0) 331-6264-28787.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Work placement

Das GFZ Helmholtz Zentrum für Geoforschung zählt zu den weltweit führenden Forschungseinrichtungen im Bereich der Geowissenschaften. Als Teil der Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft, der größten Wissenschaftsorganisation Deutschlands, widmen wir uns globalen Herausforderungen wie Naturgefahren, dem Klimawandel und der nachhaltigen Nutzung natürlicher Ressourcen. Dabei verbinden wir exzellente Forschung mit gesellschaftlicher Relevanz. Unsere internationale Gemeinschaft aus rund 1.200 Mitarbeitenden und ca. 500 Gästen arbeitet interdisziplinär und nutzt eine einzigartige Forschungsinfrastruktur, um die dynamischen Prozesse des Erdsystems zu untersuchen. Unsere Vision lautet: „Den Puls der Erde messen, um einen lebenswerten Planeten zu bewahren.

Kennziffer 11476

Startdatum: ab 1. Januar 2027
Praktikumszeitraum: maximal 2 Wochen

Das Department „Geochemie“ mit seinen 5 Sektionen beschäftigt sich mit den geochemischen und mikrobiellen Prozessen und Stoffkreisläufen im System Erde. Hierbei stehen Bildungs-, Umwandlungs-, Transport‑ und Anreicherungsprozesse von anorganischer und organischer Materie in der Geo-, Hydro-, Atmo- und Biosphäre im Mittelpunkt der Forschung.

Das erwartet Dich:

• Einblicke in die Forschungsinhalte des GFZ im Allgemeinen und des Departments "Geochemie" im Speziellen
• Tätigkeit in einer oder in mehreren Sektionen des Departments „Geochemie“
• Bearbeitung eines Praktikumprojektes in den Laboren des Departments von der Probenaufbereitung bis zur Datenmessung an unterschiedlichen Analysegeräten oder in der Computermodellierung von Geosystemen
• Einblick in das Schülerlabor am GFZ
• Besuch der Bibliothek "Wissenschaftspark Albert Einstein"

Das bringst Du mit:

• großes Interesse und gute Leistungen in den naturwissenschaftlichen Fächern
• Interesse an wissenschaftlichen Experimenten und Analysen sowie an Computeranwendungen

Entscheidende Kriterien für die Vergabe der Praktikumsplätze sind die Qualität der Bewerbung und die Verfügbarkeit von Betreuer:innen zu den angefragten Themen und Terminen.

Dann freuen wir uns auf Deine aussagekräftige Bewerbung. Wir bitten Dich vorab eine Entscheidung für das entsprechende Department zu treffen und somit nur eine Bewerbung bei uns einzureichen. Bitte sende diese ausschließlich über den in der jeweiligen Stellenanzeige enthaltenen "Bewerben-Button".

Deine Bewerbungsunterlagen sollten folgende Unterlagen umfassen:

• ein selbstständig verfasstes Motivationsschreiben
• Deinen Lebenslauf
• eine Kopie Deines letzten Zeugnisses
• den Praktikumsvertrag der Schule

Zusätzlich gibst Du uns bitte Dein Schuljahr und den genauen Zeitraum des Praktikums an.

Bitte benutze für Deine Bewerbung ausschließlich unser Online-Bewerbungsformular.

Wichtiger technischer Hinweis: Derzeit kann es bei E-Mail-Adressen von z. B. @hotmail.com, @outlook.com, @live.de vereinzelt zu Verzögerungen oder Einschränkungen bei Versand bzw. Zustellung von Nachrichten kommen. Um eine reibungslose Kommunikation während des Bewerbungsprozesses sicherzustellen, empfehlen wir die Verwendung einer alternativen E-Mail-Adresse sowie die Angabe einer zusätzlichen Kontaktmöglichkeit (z.B. Telefonnummer).

Das GFZ fördert aktiv Vielfalt und Chancengleichheit. Wir begrüßen ausdrücklich Bewerbungen von allen qualifizierten Personen, unabhängig von ethnischer und sozialer Herkunft, Nationalität, Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung und Identität, Religion oder Weltanschauung, Alter sowie körperlichen oder neurodiversen Fähigkeiten.

„Vielfalt in den Perspektiven“ gehört zu den zentralen Werten des GFZ. Als integralen Bestandteil unserer Diversity-Strategie fördern wir insbesondere Frauen in Wissenschaft und Führung. Für weitere Informationen zu unseren Diversity-Maßnahmen steht Ihnen unser Diversity-Team gerne zur Verfügung. Bei Fragen zu unseren Gleichstellungsmaßnahmen wenden Sie sich bitte an unsere Gleichstellungsbeauftragte oder informieren Sie sich über unseren Gleichstellungsplan sowie das Kaskadenmodell.

Wir freuen uns auf Bewerbungen von Menschen, die gerne in vielfältigen Teams arbeiten, in denen sich alle respektiert und wertgeschätzt fühlen und ihre individuellen Talente bestmöglich entfalten können. Bewerber:innen mit einer anerkannten Schwerbehinderung sowie ihnen gleichgestellte Personen werden bei gleicher Eignung bevorzugt berücksichtigt.

Datenschutzhinweise für Bewerber:innen

Für nähere Informationen zum Aufgabengebiet steht Ihnen Claudia Engelhardt per E-Mail zur Verfügung. Für allgemeine Fragen zum Bewerbungsverfahren wenden Sie sich gerne an unser Recruiting-Team unter der Telefonnummer +49 (0) 331-6264-28787.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

The GFZ Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences is one of the world's leading institutions in the field of geosciences. As part of the Helmholtz Association, Germany's largest research organisation, we address global challenges such as natural hazards, climate change and the sustainable use of resources. In doing so, we combine cutting-edge research with social relevance. Our international staff - around 1,200 employees and approx. 500 guests - work in a multidisciplinary way and with a unique infrastructure to research the dynamic processes of the Earth system. Our vision: “Taking the pulse of the Earth to safeguard a habitable planet.”

Reference Number 11444

GFZ has many years of experience in providing digital services to the international scientific community. This is built on an IT environment tailored to the requirements of scientific research settings, combining technical infrastructure, secure operations and sustainable service provision. Particular expertise lies in networking, identity and access management, and IT security.

Within the Helmholtz Federated IT Services (HIFIS), this experience is now to be transferred to further research fields. Together with the Helmholtz Centres, we are developing practical standards and implementation guidance that strengthen the cyber resilience of federated research IT.

For this purpose, we are looking for someone who combines technical understanding with security governance. The position reports to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of GFZ and translates between technical and information security - both within GFZ and across the Helmholtz Association. The focus is on architectural assessment rather than depth in individual technologies.

• You develop technical minimum standards and reference architectures together with Helmholtz partners and support their implementation
• You assess architectures for protection requirements, threats and failure scenarios, and carry out architecture reviews
• You assess to what extent GFZ and the Helmholtz Centres are affected by the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), derive the required implementation measures and advise software development teams
• You form the professional bridge to the CISO: you put technical matters into context and translate ISMS requirements into actionable specifications
• You contribute actively to handling IT security incidents and IT emergencies at GFZ and conduct emergency exercises
• You develop best practices and guidelines and prepare complex security topics in a way that suits the respective audience

Essential Qualifications:

• Academic university degree (Master's degree or German university Diplom) in computer science, IT security or a comparable discipline
• Several years of experience in information security or security architecture, as well as the ability to assess IT architectures and to explain technical matters appropriately for the respective audience. Specialist depth in individual technologies is not required
• An understanding of modern IT architectures: data centre operations, virtualisation, network and cloud infrastructures
• Sound knowledge of the relevant standards and regulations (BSI IT-Grundschutz, ISO/IEC 2700x, NIS2, Cyber Resilience Act) and of IT emergency management in accordance with BSI Standard 200-4
• Very good communication and advisory skills when dealing with both technical and non-technical audiences; German at level C2 and English at level C1 (CEFR), spoken and written

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in the research, higher education or public sector, as well as with federated and open-source environments
• Experience in advising software development teams on secure development
• Certifications with an architectural and hands-on focus, e.g. SABSA, TOGAF, CCSP, CISSP, BSI IT-Grundschutz Practitioner or ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer
• Knowledge of BCM, IT emergency planning and recovery strategies for central IT components

Passion and potential matter to us!

Please feel free to apply, even if your experience does not match every point in the job description.

• Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
• State-of-the-art equipment
• Public service benefits
• Extensive training opportunities
• Flexible working hours and conditions
• Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work
• Institute day-care centre on site
• Working at the Albert Einstein Science Park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam 
• Workplace within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus

The GFZ actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. We explicitly welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic and social origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation and identity, religion/belief, age, and physical or neurodiverse abilities.  

“Diversity in perspectives” is one of GFZ's core values. As an integral part of supporting diversity at our centre, we actively promote women in science and in leadership positions. To know more about our Diversity policies, contact the diversity team. If you need more information about our gender equality policies, please do not hesitate to contact our Equal Opportunities Officer and check our Equal Opportunities Plan & Cascade Model.

We look forward to applications from people who enjoy working in diverse teams, where everyone feels respected and valued and can fully develop their own talents. Applicants with severe disabilities and equalised persons will receive preferential consideration if equally qualified. 

Data protection information for applicants

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

The GFZ Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences is one of the world's leading institutions in the field of geosciences. As part of the Helmholtz Association, Germany's largest research organisation, we address global challenges such as natural hazards, climate change and the sustainable use of resources. In doing so, we combine cutting-edge research with social relevance. Our international staff - around 1,200 employees and approx. 500 guests - work in a multidisciplinary way and with a unique infrastructure to research the dynamic processes of the Earth system. Our vision: “Taking the pulse of the Earth to safeguard a habitable planet.”

Reference Number 11571

The Environmental Mapping and Analysis Program (EnMAP) is the German hyperspectral satellite mission funded by the German Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Action. EnMAP was successfully launched into space in April 2022 and started routine operations in November 2022. The main scientific goal of EnMAP is to provide high-quality data for the analysis of environmental changes, ecosystem responses to human activities, and the management of natural resources. GFZ Potsdam has the scientific lead of the mission, coordinating scientific collaboration, data quality assessment, mission activities, application development, training, and community building within EnMAP and the hyperspectral community.

• Develop novel scientific demonstrations based on EnMAP data, including large-area applications, time-series analyses, and multi-sensor and cross-mission approaches
• Develop novel directions for the EnMAP acquisition strategy, with a focus on future acquisition concepts and in preparation for future missions such as CHIME
• Support ongoing operational EnMAP mission activities, including acquisition planning and the review of acquisition proposals
• Present and publish research results at international conferences and in peer-reviewed journals
• Support the preparation of scientific documentation and project reports

Essential Qualifications: 

• An MSc in Geosciences, Geography, Remote Sensing, Environmental Sciences, Physics, Computer Science, or a related discipline, with a strong background in remote sensing
• Thorough knowledge of hyperspectral remote sensing and large-area and/or time-series Earth observation applications
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills and experience in developing methods or workflows for the analysis of complex spatial and temporal Earth observation datasets
• Programming and data analysis skills, particularly in Python and/or comparable scientific programming environments
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary and international research environment
• Very good written and spoken English

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with satellite mission planning, acquisition planning, observation strategies, or related Earth observation activities
• Experience with hyperspectral satellite missions, particularly EnMAP or comparable imaging spectroscopy missions
• Experience in scientific software/workflow development, analysis-ready data cubes, or automated processing of large Earth observation datasets 
• Experience in disseminating scientific results through peer-reviewed publications and/or international conferences
• German language skills

• Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
• State-of-the-art equipment
• Public service benefits
• Extensive training opportunities
• Professional career advice offered by our in-house Career-Centre 
• Flexible working hours and conditions
• Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work
• Institute day-care centre on site 
• Working at the Albert Einstein Science Park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam 
• Workplace within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus 
  

The GFZ actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. We explicitly welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic and social origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation and identity, religion/belief, age, and physical or neurodiverse abilities.  

“Diversity in perspectives” is one of GFZ's core values. As an integral part of supporting diversity at our centre, we actively promote women in science and in leadership positions. To know more about our Diversity policies, contact the diversity team. If you need more information about our gender equality policies, please do not hesitate to contact our Equal Opportunities Officer and check our Equal Opportunities Plan & Cascade Model.

We look forward to applications from people who enjoy working in diverse teams, where everyone feels respected and valued and can fully develop their own talents. Applicants with severe disabilities and equalised persons will receive preferential consideration if equally qualified. 

Data protection information for applicants

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Student assistants

Das GFZ Helmholtz Zentrum für Geoforschung zählt zu den weltweit führenden Forschungseinrichtungen im Bereich der Geowissenschaften. Als Teil der Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft, der größten Wissenschaftsorganisation Deutschlands, widmen wir uns globalen Herausforderungen wie Naturgefahren, dem Klimawandel und der nachhaltigen Nutzung natürlicher Ressourcen. Dabei verbinden wir exzellente Forschung mit gesellschaftlicher Relevanz. Unsere internationale Gemeinschaft aus rund 1.200 Mitarbeitenden und ca. 500 Gästen arbeitet interdisziplinär und nutzt eine einzigartige Forschungsinfrastruktur, um die dynamischen Prozesse des Erdsystems zu untersuchen. Unsere Vision lautet: „Den Puls der Erde messen, um einen lebenswerten Planeten zu bewahren.

Kennziffer 11535

• Plandateneingabe, Buchung, Datenabgleich und Pflege von Stammdaten in SAP
• Archivierung
• Erstellen von elektronischen Ausgangsrechnungen
• Unterstützung bei der Budgetierung in Excel und SAP
• Pflege von Daten im Intranet

Erforderliche Qualifikationen:

• immatrikuliert im Bachelor- oder Masterstudium
• selbstständige, strukturierte und sorgfältige Arbeitsweise und schnelle Auffassungsgabe
• Interesse an Controllingthemen
• Zahlenaffinität
• ausgeprägte Fähigkeit, in einem hybrid arbeitenden Team effektiv zu kommunizieren
• sehr gute Deutschkenntnisse
• gute Kenntnisse in Microsoft Office, vor allem in Excel, Outlook und Word

Wünschenswerte Qualifikationen:

• erste praktische Arbeitserfahrungen
• gute bis sehr gute Englischkenntnisse
• idealerweise hat Ihr Studium oder Ihr bisheriger Werdegang einen Bezug zu Finanzthemen
• idealerweise bringen Sie Grundkenntnisse in SAP mit, ansonsten arbeitet das Team Sie gerne in SAP ein.

• anspruchsvolle und abwechslungsreiche Aufgaben in einem dynamischen und internationalen Forschungsumfeld
• modernste Ausstattung der Arbeitsplätze
• Zusatzleistungen des öffentlichen Dienstes
• eine flexible Arbeitszeit- und Arbeitsplatzgestaltung
• Unterstützung zur besseren Vereinbarkeit von Beruf und Privatleben durch benefit@work
• eine Betriebskindertagesstätte auf dem Forschungsgelände
• einen Arbeitsplatz im Wissenschaftspark Albert Einstein auf dem Potsdamer Telegrafenberg
• eine gute Erreichbarkeit zum nahegelegenen Potsdamer Hauptbahnhof, sowohl fußläufig als auch mit Shuttlebus 

Dann freuen wir uns auf Ihre aussagekräftige Bewerbung bis zum 03/11/2026.  Bitte benutzen Sie dafür ausschließlich unser Online-Bewerbungsformular.

Erforderliche Unterlagen: Lebenslauf und Immatrikulationsbescheinigung sind unbedingt erforderlich. Sie können gerne ein Anschreiben hinzufügen.

Das GFZ fördert aktiv Vielfalt und Chancengleichheit. Wir begrüßen ausdrücklich Bewerbungen von allen qualifizierten Personen, unabhängig von ethnischer und sozialer Herkunft, Nationalität, Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung und Identität, Religion oder Weltanschauung, Alter sowie körperlichen oder neurodiversen Fähigkeiten.

„Vielfalt in den Perspektiven“ gehört zu den zentralen Werten des GFZ. Als integralen Bestandteil unserer Diversity-Strategie fördern wir insbesondere Frauen in Wissenschaft und Führung. Für weitere Informationen zu unseren Diversity-Maßnahmen steht Ihnen unser Diversity-Team gerne zur Verfügung. Bei Fragen zu unseren Gleichstellungsmaßnahmen wenden Sie sich bitte an unsere Gleichstellungsbeauftragte oder informieren Sie sich über unseren Gleichstellungsplan sowie das Kaskadenmodell.

Wir freuen uns auf Bewerbungen von Menschen, die gerne in vielfältigen Teams arbeiten, in denen sich alle respektiert und wertgeschätzt fühlen und ihre individuellen Talente bestmöglich entfalten können. Bewerber:innen mit einer anerkannten Schwerbehinderung sowie ihnen gleichgestellte Personen werden bei gleicher Eignung bevorzugt berücksichtigt.

Datenschutzhinweise für Bewerber:innen

Für nähere Informationen zum Aufgabengebiet steht Ihnen Frau Christina Braunwarth entweder per E-Mail oder per Telefon +49 331 6264-1622  zur Verfügung. Für allgemeine Fragen zum Bewerbungsverfahren wenden Sie sich gerne an unser Recruiting-Team unter der Telefonnummer +49 (0) 331-6264-28787.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

The GFZ Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences is one of the world's leading institutions in the field of geosciences. As part of the Helmholtz Association, Germany's largest research organisation, we address global challenges such as natural hazards, climate change and the sustainable use of resources. In doing so, we combine cutting-edge research with social relevance. Our international staff - around 1,200 employees and approx. 500 guests - work in a multidisciplinary way and with a unique infrastructure to research the dynamic processes of the Earth system. Our vision: “Taking the pulse of the Earth to safeguard a habitable planet.”

Reference Number 11595

Modern scientific research today relies on complex software services and the provision of large amounts of geodata. To ensure these services are stable, scalable, and secure, seamless integration between software development and system operations is required. In this role, you will bridge the gap between the Research Software Engineers (RSE) of the eScience Center, who develop the scientific applications, and the central IT services that take care of basic operations. Through the operational implementation of automation, containerization, and continuous optimisation, we will work together to ensure that innovative research results are efficiently and reliably transferred into applications.

You will ensure technical collaboration between software development and system operations and will be responsible for implementing and operating our cloud infrastructure. In this role, you will support the entire software life cycle through the provision and continuous maintenance of automated deployment and CI/CD pipelines, as well as the management of container-based application architectures.

These include:

• You will take care of the technical implementation and support of automated infrastructure solutions, as well as the administration of servers and virtual machines
• You will maintain container-based application architectures (e.g., via Docker and Portainer) and support the operational management of CI/CD pipelines for the efficient deployment of software services
• You will handle the technical implementation of monitoring and logging architectures and ensure the operational functionality of backup and restore routines
• You will undertake the technical support of open-source systems for providing geodata and support the adaptation of web-based backend systems in compliance with international interoperability standards
• You will act as the central technical contact person for the section, assist in setting up workstations, and conduct technical workshops on the use of the DevOps toolchain

Essential Qualifications: 

• Completed vocational training as an IT specialist in system integration
• Very good knowledge of Linux/Unix system administration and network technology (TCP/IP, HTTP, TLS)
• Experience with relational databases (especially PostgreSQL), particularly concerning administration and data backup
• Practical experience in containerisation (e.g., Docker) and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible)
• Proficiency in CI/CD concepts and tools (e.g., GitLab CI), as well as version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Proficient in using Python and Bash to implement automation solutions and tooling

Desirable Qualifications:

• Demonstrable knowledge of DevOps fundamentals and the operational support of CI/CD pipelines
• Proficiency with container management tools (e.g., Portainer) for the orchestration and monitoring of containerised applications
• Practical knowledge in the technical implementation of monitoring solutions (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, Gatus)
• Experience in the technical support of geodata infrastructures (SDI/WebGIS, PostGIS) as well as knowledge of OGC standards (WMS, WFS, WMTS, SLD)
• Knowledge of the technical adaptation of web-based backend frameworks (e.g., Django) for the administrative extension of existing domain applications
• Experience working with object storage solutions (e.g., S3)
• Familiarity with agile working methods (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) within development teams
• Skilled in interdisciplinary teamwork in international environments

• Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
• State-of-the-art equipment
• Public service benefits
• Extensive training opportunities
• Flexible working hours and conditions
• Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work
• Institute day-care centre on site
• Working at the Albert Einstein Science Park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam
• Workplace within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus
  

The GFZ actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. We explicitly welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic and social origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation and identity, religion/belief, age, and physical or neurodiverse abilities.  

“Diversity in perspectives” is one of GFZ's core values. As an integral part of supporting diversity at our centre, we actively promote women in science and in leadership positions. To know more about our Diversity policies, contact the diversity team. If you need more information about our gender equality policies, please do not hesitate to contact our Equal Opportunities Officer and check our Equal Opportunities Plan & Cascade Model.

We look forward to applications from people who enjoy working in diverse teams, where everyone feels respected and valued and can fully develop their own talents. Applicants with severe disabilities and equalised persons will receive preferential consideration if equally qualified. 

Data protection information for applicants

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

The GFZ Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences is one of the world's leading institutions in the field of geosciences. As part of the Helmholtz Association, Germany's largest research organisation, we address global challenges such as natural hazards, climate change and the sustainable use of resources. In doing so, we combine cutting-edge research with social relevance. Our international staff - around 1,200 employees and approx. 500 guests - work in a multidisciplinary way and with a unique infrastructure to research the dynamic processes of the Earth system. Our vision: “Taking the pulse of the Earth to safeguard a habitable planet.”

Reference Number 11591

The GFZ department "Geodesy" has five independent sections that together advance the goals of the Helmholtz research programme "Changing Earth - Sustaining our Future" and provide important GFZ services and infrastructure within the Modular Earth Science Infrastructure (MESI). With this call, we are looking for a PhD student for section 1.2 "Global Geomonitoring and Gravity Field". This section focuses on developing and operating infrastructure for gravity field observations from global to local scales, with applications spanning geodynamic and climatic processes, water budgets, and hazard monitoring.

The PhD position is part of the ERC Synergy Grant Project "SnowShifts - Current and future shifts of snow regimes in extreme environments" seeking to significantly enhance our comprehension of snow volume and mass, their non-linear dynamics and properties and, specifically, snow regime shifts within the Earth and climate systems. The PhD student will be embedded in a highly vibrant team of PhD students and Postdocs from the project partners at the University of Oslo, BOKU Vienna, EPFL Lausanne and CNRS CESBIO Toulouse. The PhD student will be responsible for high-resolution snow mass quantification at local scales based on superconducting gravimetry at focus sites in high mountains (Zugspitze, Lhasa) and polar regions (Ny-Ålesund, Syowa, Jang Bogo). The joint analysis of terrestrial and satellite gravimetry will be carried out in a team with a Postdoc who will be responsible for the quantification of regional snow mass variations using spatio-temporally downscaled data from the GRACE/GRACE-FO and the upcoming GRACE-C satellite missions.

• Process and analyse time series of temporal gravity variations from superconducting gravimeters
• Implement a state-of-the-art toolbox for processing superconducting gravimeter time series
• Quantify snow water equivalent variations based on superconducting gravimeter time series
• Work on the gravimetric subproject in SnowShifts with personal responsibility and highly interdisciplinary cooperation with the external project partners from cryospheric sciences and remote sensing as well as colleagues from GFZ
• Write scientific publications and present results at project meetings and conferences
• Prepare a PhD thesis

Essential Qualifications: 

• Completed academic university degree (master's, diploma or equivalent) in Geodesy, Geophysics, Geosciences, Physics or a similar subject
• Knowledge of temporal gravity field variations and their observation from space and from the Earth's surface
• Experience in time series analyses and statistics
• Good programming skills, e.g. in Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN
• Ability and willingness for fieldwork in high-alpine and polar regions
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Very good command of English

Desirable Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the German language

• Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
• State-of-the-art equipment
• Public service benefits
• Extensive training opportunities
• Professional career advice offered by our in-house Career Centre
• Flexible working hours and conditions
• Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work
• Institute day-care centre on site
• Working at the Albert Einstein Science Park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam
• Workplace within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus 

The GFZ actively promotes diversity and equal opportunities. We explicitly welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic and social origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation and identity, religion/belief, age, and physical or neurodiverse abilities.  

“Diversity in perspectives” is one of GFZ's core values. As an integral part of supporting diversity at our centre, we actively promote women in science and in leadership positions. To know more about our Diversity policies, contact the diversity team. If you need more information about our gender equality policies, please do not hesitate to contact our Equal Opportunities Officer and check our Equal Opportunities Plan & Cascade Model.

We look forward to applications from people who enjoy working in diverse teams, where everyone feels respected and valued and can fully develop their own talents. Applicants with severe disabilities and equalised persons will receive preferential consideration if equally qualified. 

Data protection information for applicants

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.