Research Associate for the Project “Cluster of Excellence Quantum Universe” : Mergers of stellar-mass and primordial black holes with neutron stars. § 28 Subsection 3 HmbHG

InstitutionFaculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Department of Physics, Cluster of Excellence “Quantum Universe”Salary levelEGR. 13 TV-LStart date01.07.2026, or, according to agreement, 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 deadline22.12.2025Scope of workfull-time position suitable for part-timeYour responsibilitiesDuties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications.The Cluster of Excellence “Quantum Universe” performs research to understand mass and gravity at the interface between quantum physics and cosmology. The research team includes leading scientists from mathematics, particle physics, astrophysics, and cosmology at the University of Hamburg and DESY.The specific topic is related to mergers of black holes with neutron stars and their various multi-messenger signatures including gravitational wave, electromagnetic and neutrino signals. The successful candidate possesses demonstrated expertise in the relevant areas of theoretical astrophysics (general relativity, hydrodynamics, nuclear equations of state, neutrino physics/transport, nuclear reactions and radiative transfer), in the development of code in compiled programming languages and in computational physics/supercomputing. Candidates with expertise in the construction of numerical relativity initial conditions are particularly encouraged to apply.Postdoctoral research associates will become members of the Quantum Universe Research School (QURS), which provides academic and key skills training, as well as career planning support. In addition, they will receive individual budgets to facilitate the attendance of summer schools and conferences, and to support other educational measures. Additional travel money for project-specific duties will be provided by the hosting research groups. Postdoctoral research associates may participate in the supervision of doctoral researchers, teaching at the University, and in the organization of the Cluster via an early career council.Your profileA university degree in a relevant field.Research experience equivalent to a PhD.Expertise in the relevant areas of physics and the corresponding computational methods, ideally in the construction of numerical relativity initial conditions.We offerReliable remuneration based on wage agreementsContinuing education opportunitiesUniversity pensionsAttractive locationFlexible working hoursWork-life balance opportunitiesHealth management, EGYM WellpassEducational leave30 days of vacation per annumMentoring scheme; Individual travel budgetUniversität 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.Instructions for applyingContactProf. Dr. Stephan Rosswogstephan.rosswog@uni-hamburg.de+49 40 42838-8412Reference number354LocationGojenbergsweg 11221029 HamburgZu Google MapsApplication deadline22.12.2025Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:cover letterCVcopies of degree certificate(s)three letters of reference send to bewerbungen@uni-hamburg.deIf you experience technical problems, send an email to bewerbungen@uni-hamburg.de.More information on data protection in selection procedures.PDF Downloadapply