The Mathematics Münster Graduate School at the University of Münster, Germany, is seeking to fill up to 12 positions for
Doctoral Research Associates (Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in, salary level E 13 TV-L, 75%)
to commence at the earliest possible date. Positions are available in all mathematical fields related to the work being undertaken at the Cluster of Excellence Mathematics Münster: “Dynamics – Geometry – Structure”. German Research Foundation (DFG), either through the Cluster of Excellence Mathematics Münster, the Collaborative Research Centre “Geometry: Deformations and Rigidity”, the Research Training Group “Rigorous Analysis of Complex Random Systems”, or the project “High-dimensional cohomology of arithmetic groups”, while others are funded by the University of Münster’s mathematical institutes, for example the Chair for Applied Analysis. The financial terms of the positions remain consistent regardless of the funding source
Your tasks:
These positions are designed to working towards a doctorate (Dr. rer. nat.) in any mathematical field related to the work being undertaken at the Cluster of Excellence Mathematics Münster. Supported by a local supervisor chosen from among the investigators at Mathematics Münster, you will pursue your own research project. Depending on the source of funding, you may be required to teach up 4 hours per week during the semester (for full-time positions).
Our expectations:
- You hold a university degree with above average grades in mathematics or a related field that meets the qualifications required for a doctorate.
- Your research interests align with or foster links between the research areas at Mathematics Münster.
- You possess above average mathematical ability as well as intellectual and analytical strength.
- You show a high level of ambition for, commitment to and enjoyment in scientific work.
- You work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.
- You speak and write English fluently. German language skills are not required
Advantages for you:
As a participant of the Mathematics Münster Doctoral Programme you will join our vibrant international research community. You will enjoy numerous amenities of the Cluster of Excellence and the Mathematics Münster Graduate School including funding for conference travel and summer schools as well as opportunities to co-organise academic events and engage in a wide variety of networking activities.
Moreover, the University of Münster offers workshops on a diverse range of topics such as professional training for your career development as well as sport and health programmes to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
Application documents:
- Applications should contain a cover letter, CV, copies of degree certificates (bachelor’s and master’s) and full academic transcripts, as well as evidence of proficiency in English.
- Applicants are invited to include examples of their academic work if appropriate.
- Applicants should nominate at least two potential local supervisors listed as investigators in a relevant research area at Mathematics Münster.
- Please also arrange for at least two letters of recommendation to be sent to mm.applications@uni-muenster.de by the referees before 31 October 2025
The University of Münster strongly supports equal opportunity and diversity. We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions.
We actively encourage applications by women. Women with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered unless these are outweighed by reasons which necessitate the selection of another candidate.
If you have any questions, please contact mm.applications@uni-muenster.de. Please also consult our answers to Frequently Asked Questions regarding the application process.
Are you interested? Then we look forward to receiving your application by 2025-10-31 via our online application form at: https://www.uni-muenster.de/MathematicsMuenster/careers/join/apply.shtml
Please note that we cannot consider other application formats.
For more information visit: www.mathematics-muenster.de
Reference number: 2025_09_18
