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The Institute for Theoretical Physics I at the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy is looking for a

Postdoc ‘Tearing instability and particle energisation in collisionless suprathermal plasmas’(m,f,x), for 2 years, 39.83 hours per week, TVL E13

The Theoretical Physics I institute in RUB is a dynamic group focusing on numerical modeling of space physics processes, with particular focus on magnetic reconnection, turbulence, kinetic instabilities in magnetospheric and solar wind plasmas .

extent: full-time
duration: temporary
beginning: as soon as possible
application deadline:
07.10.2024

Your tasks:

  • Numerical simulations of tearing instability in magnetospheric plasmas
  • Theoretical analysis of tearing instability in the presence of kappa-distributed plasma
  • Analysis of energy conversion in kinetic simulations of magnetospheric plasmas
  • Analysis of competing/ concurrent instabilities in magnetic reconnection simulations
  • Massively parallel simulations

Your profile:

  • The candidate should have experience in the field, be able to carry out independent scientific research, have a decent publication record, and the ability to collaborate with a larger team. A PhD in plasma physics or equivalent and experience with fully kinetic simulations / HPC systems is required.
  • Particle In Cell simulations of kinetic instabilities and magnetic reconnection in heliospheric plasmas (2+ years of experience)
  • Investigation of the role of competing instabilities in magnetic reconnection
  • Strong analytical skills, as proven by relevant publication record

Our offerings:

  • Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of personal responsibility.

  • a friendly and collegial environment
  • an open working atmosph

Additional information:

At the request of the applicant (m,f,x), the staff council may be involved in selection interviews. https://www.wpr.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/

If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.

A qualified application is expected.

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

You can find information about TVL at: https://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/

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 RUB’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 details for your application:

Prof. Dr. Maria Elena Innocenti, Phone: +49234 32 23757

Travel expenses for interviews cannot be refunded.

For information on the collection of personal data in the application process see: https://www.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/en/information-collection-personal-data-application-process.

We are looking forward to receiving your application with the specification ANR: 3808 until 7.10.2024, send by e-mail to the following address: MariaElena.Innocenti@rub.de

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