InstitutionFaculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Department of Physics

Salary levelEGR. 13 TV-L

Start dateSpring 2026, fixed for a period of three years (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).

Application deadline31.10.2025

Scope of workfull-time position suitable for part-time

Weekly hours75 % or 100 % of standard work hours per week

Your responsibilities

50% of your working hours duties include academic services in the project named above the other ones primarily include teaching and research. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications.

Teaching duties are 1 LVS.

For detailed information on the responsibilities regarding the specific project, please consult the project descriptions at https://www.dashh.org/application/phd_topics/prise/index_eng.html (75% position) and https://www.dashh.org/application/phd_topics/bacterial_second_messenger_signaling_targets/index_eng.html (100% position).

Your profile

A university degree in a relevant field.

We are looking for highly motivated candidates with an excellent academic background (preferably with a Master's degree) in natural sciences, engineering sciences, computer science, or applied mathematics. The candidates should bring a strong interest to work on highly interdisciplinary topics, should be team-oriented, and have a strong background in programming. More requirements are listed at https://www.dashh.org/application/requirements/index_eng.html.

We offer

• Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
• Continuing education opportunities
• University pensions
• Attractive location
• Flexible working hours
• Work-life balance opportunities
• Health management, EGYM Wellpass
• Educational leave
• 30 days of vacation per annum

Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle "Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.

The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.

The University of Hamburg strives to increase the number of women in academia, and encourages qualified female academics to apply.

Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.