Faculty of Geosciences:
Chair of Tectonic Geodesy 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
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:
- 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:
- 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.The load of teaching will be calculated according to § 3 of Lehrverpflichtungsverordnung (state of North Rhine-Westphalia).
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 PhD certificates)
If you have any question about the position please send an email (without attachments) to jonathan.bedford@rub.de.
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 wpr@rub.de.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.
Contact persons for further information:
Petra Dückershoff
Tel.: +49 234 32 24503
Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.
We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2025-11-24. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5100.
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