Postdoctoral researcher (m/f/x) in Tectonic Geodesy

Ruhr-Universität Bochum; Bochum; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A prominent German university is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in Tectonic Geodesy to join its dynamic team at Ruhr University Bochum. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD and possess research experience, contributing to innovative projects in geodetic monitoring of active plate boundaries. The role includes conducting research and engaging in educational activities, supported by a collaborative work environment. Interested applicants should apply by 2025-11-24.

Leistungen

Employment at a large university

International working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifikationen

• Completed a PhD in a relevant field.
• Experience with scientific computer programming.
• Some teaching experience preferred.

Aufgaben

• Conduct research aligned with the working group's directions.
• Engage in teaching activities.

Kenntnisse

Research experience

Scientific computer programming

Some teaching experience

Ausbildung

PhD in geophysics, tectonic geodesy, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Faculty of Geosciences: Chair of Tectonic Geodesy

In order to fill a fixed-term position in full-time (39.83 hours/week = 100%) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for a postdoctoral researcher (m/f/x) in Tectonic Geodesy.

Position overview

The Tectonic Geodesy working group at RUB is developing approaches to improve geodetic monitoring of active plate boundaries. Broadly, this includes the development of low-cost GNSS densification, tectonic‑geodetic data analysis techniques, and geophysical modelling strategies. We collaborate internationally to capture and model some of the world’s most interesting tectonic transient motions while exploiting state‑of‑the‑art computational techniques to advance the spatial and temporal resolution of tectonic processes.

We are looking for someone to join our team as a postdoctoral researcher. The ideal candidate (m/f/x) should have some research experience and continued interest in the topics of earthquake cycle geophysics, continental scale geodynamics, and tectonic geodesy, although candidates from related research fields are also welcome to apply.

Scope: full-time

Duration: fixed-term, 36 months

Start: at the earliest possible date

Apply by: 2025-11-24

Your tasks

• Conduct your own research on topics that align with the above‑mentioned research directions of the working group
• Teaching related activities

Your profile

• You must have completed a PhD in a geophysics, tectonic geodesy, or related field
• Experience with scientific computer programming
• Some teaching experience (preferable but not a must)

We offer

• Employment at one of the largest universities in Germany within the University Alliance Ruhr
• Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team
• Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence
• An international working environment with opportunities for professional development and networking

Further information

The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV-L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV-L.

Further information can be found at https://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/ (in German).

The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.

Please include in your application the following documents:

• Motivation letter including information of what topics you would like to research at RUB
• C.V.
• Qualification certificates (BSc, MSc, and Ph.D. certificates)

RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees.

German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF). https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/sbgk/index.html.en

The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact [e-mail].

We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2025-11-24. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5100.

Contact persons for further information

Petra Dückershoff, Tel.: [phone]

Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.