25.02.2025

Postdoctoral Position in Gravitational Wave Physics (m/f/d, E 13 TV-L)

Faculty of Science, Theoretical Astrophysics Group

Application deadline: 31.03.2025

The Theoretical Astrophysics section (TAT) at the University of Tübingen has an opening for one (1) postdoctoral research position (Wissenschaftlicher Assistent/ Research Assistant, full position – 100 %) starting on October 1, 2025.

The successful applicant will conduct original research focusing on the dynamics of relativistic objects and the emission of gravitational and electromagnetic radiation.

This position is for a duration of two (2) years. The successful applicant is expected to assist with teaching for a maximum of four (4) hours per week. The salary will be determined according to the German public service scale (TV-L E13).

The research activities of TAT are centered on the study of sources of gravitational waves, with an emphasis on the dynamics of neutron stars and black holes. The team currently consists of two (2) postdoctoral researchers, two (2) PhD students, and seven (7) MSc students, including an Emmy-Noether Research Group led by Dr. D. Doneva.

Applications, including a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a statement of research interests and experience, and the names (address, and email) of up to three potential referees, should be sent to:

Prof. Dr. Kostas Kokkotas
Theoretical Astrophysics (IAAT), University of Tübingen, D-72076 Tübingen, Germany
https://www.tat.physik.uni-tuebingen.de/~kokkotas 
E-mail: kostas.kokkotasspam prevention@uni-tuebingen.de  

Further information on the Theoretical Astrophysics Group may be found at https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/faculties/faculty-of-science/departments/physics/institutes/astronomy-astrophysics/theoretical-astrophysics/welcome/. 

Applications by e-mail are welcome. All applications will receive full consideration until the position is filled. The University of Tuebingen seeks to increase the fraction of female scientists in research and teaching and particularly encourages applications from women. Disabled candidates are given preference if equally qualified.

Deadline for applications: March 31, 2025