3 PhD positions at the Institute for Astrophysics Göttingen

The Institute for Astrophysics Göttingen (IAG) at the Georg-August-Universität Göttingen invites applications for the positions of

three PhD students (f/m/d)

in the fields of transit photometry, exoplanet atmospheres, and radial velocities. Regular working hours will be 23.88 hours per week (60% of 39.8 hours 13 TV-L). Our projects are part of the Research Unit 2544 "Blue Planets around Red Stars" and the DFG Priority Programme 1992 "Exploring the Diversity of Extrasolar Planets".

Start is expected for early summer 2021. PhD student candidates will have a Master’s degree.

The Institute for Astrophysics at the Georg-August University Göttingen offers a young and dynamic work environment with access to high-precision spectrographs and telescopes including the ESO-VLT, Calar Alto observatory, and the Hobby Eberly Telescope (HET). Research at the IAG combines theoretical and observational work in stellar astrophysics, extra-solar planets, astro- and helioseismology, solar physics, instrument development as well as other fields. Göttingen is a historic university city with a vibrant student population situated close to the Harz mountains in central Germany.

The institute is involved in the CARMENES exoplanet survey, the new infrared high-resolution spectrograph CRIRES+ at the ESO/VLT as well as the HET with its Habitable Zone Planet Finder. The prospective PhD students will have the opportunity to work with data from these facilities.

The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply. The university has committed itself to being a family-friendly institution and supports their employees in balancing work and family life.

Contact Lisa Nortmann, Ansgar Reiners, and Stefan Dreizler for any questions.