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PhD positions at the International Max Planck Research School for Astronomy & Astrophysics, Bonn & Cologne
Job Summary
Category
Pre-doctoral / Graduate Positions
Institution
Max-Planck-Institut für Radioastronomie (MPIfR) Bonn
Department
International Max Planck Research School for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IMPRS A&A)
Number of Positions Available
18
Duration
3 Years
Could the duration be extended?
Yes
Work Arrangement
In-Person
In-Person Location(s)
Bonn
Germany
Job Description
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.
Program Details:
- 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.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation Type
Salary
Currency
365
Compensation Range
$25,252USD to $28,529USD
Included Benefits
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 is the net value after taxes and other deductions. The precise values depend on the tax class and the choice of health insurance. The range before deductions is 37187 - 42560 Euros.
Application Details
Application Instructions
The application deadline is October 30th, 2025. For more information visit imprs.mpifr.de. Link to Online Application: https://imprs.mpifr-bonn.mpg.de
Publication Start Date: 2025 Sep 15
Application Deadline: 2025 Oct 30
Publication Start Date: 2025 Sep 15
Application Deadline: 2025 Oct 30
Link to Online Application
Publication Start Date
2025 Sep 15
Application Deadline
2025 Oct 30