Faculty of Physics and Astronomy :
Chair of Theoretical Physics II
In order to fill a fixed-term position in part-time (29.87 hours/week = 75%) by June 01, 2026, we are looking for we are looking for up to 2
PhD Researcher (m,f,x) in theoretical hadron physics
Current research interests of the group include lattice computations of hadron scattering amplitudes and spectral functions, as well as chiral effective theories of hadron and nuclear physics.
As a PhD researcher (m/f/x), you will participate in the ongoing efforts of the group to compute hadron scattering amplitudes using lattice QCD. In particular, the focus is on computations of baryon scattering amplitudes and their quark mass dependence.
| Scope: | part-time |
| Duration: | fixed-term,
3 years |
| Start: | by June 01, 2026 |
| Apply by: |
2026-03-03 |
Your tasks:
- Contribute to exisiting research directions of the group, in particular the lattice QCD computation of hadron scattering amplitudes.
Your profile:
- a completed M.Sc. degree in physics with excellent grades by the starting date of the contract
- strong background in theoretical hadron physics and/or lattice QCD
- proven analytical and numerical skills
- oral and written proficiency in English
We offer:
- support from and cooperation with competent colleagues
- team-orientated cooperation in a committed, international and appreciative team
- a modern, well-equipped workplace
- fair working hours and family-friendly working
- extensive training and further education opportunities
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 TV-L.
Further information can be found at https://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/ (in German).
The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.As there are two positions, one of which is financed by project funds and one by budget funds, only the budget position is subject to teaching duties. The load of teaching will be calculated according to § 3 of Lehrverpflichtungsverordnung (state of North Rhine-Westphalia).
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:
John Bulava
Tel.: +49 234 32 18228
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 2026-03-03. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5390.
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