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| PhD positions at the International Max Planck Research School for Astronomy & Astrophysics, Bonn Cologne | Closing date: 2025-10-30
Contact: IMPRS A&A Office |
The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) for Astronomy & Astrophysics is a joint structured Ph.D. program of the Max Planck Institute for Radioastronomy (MPIfR, Bonn) and the Universities of Bonn and Cologne. At one of the most vibrant astronomy centers in Europe, several PhD positions are available for talented students nearing the end of their Master's degree (or equivalent) in physics or astrophysics. The teaching language is English.
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Appointments are for 3 years, starting at any time in 2026.
Starting annual gross salary: ~37187 Euro; with attractive benefits.
The IMPRS for A&A has 70+ Ph.D. students from 20+ countries.
Supervision by world-leading experts at the MPIfR and the Universities of Bonn and Cologne.
Research on a wide range of cutting-edge topics in observational and theoretical astrophysics.
Access to world-class observing facilities at a wide range of wavelengths. Career development workshops, advanced lecture courses, soft skill seminars. Funding for travel and research.
Remuneration is based on the German collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD-Bund), level 13, which includes comprehensive health care and other social benefits such as contributions to a pension fund, accident insurance, sick leave and 30 days of vacation per year. In addition, our school has special agreements with daycare providers and counselors, and offers German classes.
The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing diversity in its workforce and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. The society also seeks to increase female representation in underrepresented areas and strongly encourages women to apply.
Compensation Notes
The compensation range before deductions is 37,187 to 42,560 euros. This is the value before taxes and other deductions. The exact net values after deductions depend on tax class, health insurance choice, and duration of employment.
Application Details
The application deadline is October 30, 2025.
For more information visit https://blog.mpifr-bonn.mpg.de/imprs/.
Link to Online Application: https://imprs.mpifr-bonn.mpg.de
Inquiries to:
IMPRS A&A Office
Email: imprs @ mpifr-bonn.mpg.de
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