Scientific Researcher (f_m_x) – Space Physics and Space Weather

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Scientific Researcher (f_m_x) – Space Physics and Space Weather

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Offer DescriptionArea of research:Scientific / postdoctoral postsJob description:GFZ is Germany’s national centre for solid Earth research. We advance the understanding of dynamic processes to address global challenges, from mitigating the impacts of natural hazards and sustaining our habitat amid global change to responsibly managing georesources. We are part of the Helmholtz Association, the largest German scientific organisation. With around 1,200 employees as well as ca. 500 guest researchers, we contribute to the Helmholtz Research Field Earth and Environment, aligning cutting-edge research with societal relevance and international collaboration. Our work integrates multidisciplinary studies across Earth’s system components, leveraging advanced technologies and infrastructure to research solutions and to transfer our knowledge to society. We are doing this according to our vision: “Taking the pulse of our Earth to safeguard a habitable planet”.For section 1.5 – Space Physics and Space Weather, we are looking for a: Reference Number 10591We are looking for an experienced scientific researcher to join our team! A successful candidate should have a track record of excellent post-doctoral research in Space Physics and Space Weather. Experience leading a research group and supervising students is advantageous. Candidates are expected to secure research grants to form a research group and continue their research at GFZ into the future.Your responsibilities:

• Conducting excellent scientific research – furthering understanding of near-Earth space environment and particle interactions using novel approaches (data assimilation, machine learning, etc.)
• Writing proposals / securing external research funding
• Writing and submitting scientific papers
• Leading a research group
• Supervising students
• Participating in teaching

Your qualifications:

• PhD and Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Space Physics, Space Weather, or related field
• Excellent programming skills
• Excellent track record of scientific research and publication
• Experience writing proposals to secure research funding
• Post-doctoral experience in Space Physics and Space Weather
• Excellent communication skills
• Fluency in English (written and oral)
• Experience supervising PhD students and/or Post-doc researchers is advantageous

What we offer:

• Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
• State-of-the-art equipment
• Public service benefits
• Extensive training opportunities
• Professional career advice offered by our in-house Career-Centre
• Flexible working hours and conditions
• Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work
• Institute day-care centre on site
• Working at the Albert Einstein Science Park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam
• Workplace within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus

Start date: As soon as possible
Fixed-term: 2 years
Salary: The position is classed as salary group 13 according to “TVöD Bund (Tarifgebiet Ost)”. The salary group is determined on the basis of the Collective Wage Agreement and the respective personal qualifications.
Working hours: Full-time (currently 39 h/week); The position is generally suitable for part-time work.
Place of work: Potsdam Have we piqued your interest?If so, we look forward to receiving your application by 30th September 2025.Required documents: CV and letter of motivationDesirable documents: Any relevant certificationsPlease use our online application form only.The GFZ actively promotes diversity and explicitly welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic and social origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation and identity, religion/belief, age and physical characteristics. We also promote an inclusive working environment in which everyone can fully develop their own talents. Anyone who has been recognised as severely disabled, will be given preferential consideration in the event of equal suitability and qualification in accordance with the provisions of the German Social Code IX. In case of further queries regarding gender equality, please do not hesitate to contact our Equal Opportunities Officer.“Diversity in perspectives” is one of GFZ’s core values. As an integral part of supporting diversity at our centre, we actively promote women in science and in leadership positions. We among others do this through our gender equality plan and the cascade model measures which we actively implement to enable sustainable equal opportunities in academic career paths. The GFZ thus committedly strives for gender equality in science, including in leadership positions, and strongly encourages women to apply.Your personal data will be processed for the purpose of conducting the selection procedure on the basis of Art. 6 para. 1 b, Art. 88 GDPR in conjunction with Art. 26 of the Data Protection Act for the State of Brandenburg. After completion of the procedure, application documents will be deleted in compliance with data protection regulations.In case of any further queries relating to the field of activity, please contact Rebecca Barsotti via email. If you have any general questions about the application process, please contact our recruiting team at our phone number +49 (0) 331-6264-28787.This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany’s largest scientific organisation.Where to apply E-mailbewerbungen@gfz-potsdam.de WebsiteRequirementsAdditional InformationWebsite for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute GFZ Helmholtz-Zentrum für Geoforschung Country Germany City Potsdam GeofieldContact CityPotsdam WebsiteStreetTelegrafenberg Postal Code14473 E-Mailinfo@gfz.de Phone+49 331 288-0 Fax+49 331 288-1600STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Potsdam, Brandenburg

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Tue, 12 Aug 2025 22:50:43 GMT

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