PhD and Postdoc Opportunities at RING Research Unit, Germany (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for multiple PhD and Postdoc positions in the RING research unit in Germany. These roles focus on advancing ring laser technology and its applications in physics, geophysics, and geodesy. The positions are fully funded through employment contracts that include competitive salaries and benefits. They are open to qualified candidates from all nationalities. There is no application fee. Deadlines vary by position, with some in May and June 2026, and others open for immediate inquiries. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: PhD and Postdoc.
• Host Country: Germany.
• Application Deadline: Varies by position (May and June 2026)
• Open for: All nationalities.
• Funding Type: Fully funded salaried positions.

What This Scholarship Offers:

• Participants receive a competitive salary according to German pay scales for research positions
• They gain hands on experience with advanced ring laser systems and cutting edge instrumentation
• Researchers work in international collaborations and access state of the art laboratories and observatories
• They develop expertise in optics, geophysics, data analysis, and related technologies
• Participants also benefit from training, networking opportunities, and the chance to contribute to high impact publications in geodesy and geophysics

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Eligibility Criteria:

• Candidates need a relevant Masters degree for PhD positions or a completed PhD for the Postdoc role
• A strong background in physics, geophysics, engineering, or geodesy is required
• Experience in laser optics, seismic data, or related experimental work is highly preferred
• Good English language skills are essential
• Some positions value additional skills like programming, FPGA experience, or optical simulation

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Postdoc Positions

• Postdoc position at LMU Munich Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Heiner Igel (LMU Munich), Co-supervisor: Prof. Dr. Simon Stellmer (University Bonn).
  Focus: Optimizing the 4-component ring laser array ROMY for sensitivity, stability, data processing, and applications in geophysics/geodesy. Background in experimental optics/laser methods preferred.
  Deadline: June 15, 2026 (later applications may be considered).
  APPLY HERE

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PhD Positions:

• PhD position at University Bonn Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Susanne Glaser (University Bonn), Co-supervisor: Dr. Daniela Thaller (BKG).
  Focus: Integration of ring laser data with space geodetic techniques (GNSS, SLR, VLBI) for improved Earth Orientation Parameters and geodetic products (project P3).
  Deadline: May 31, 2026. APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position at LMU Munich (transportable ring laser sensors) Supervisor: Dr. Felix Bernauer (LMU Munich), Co-supervisor: Oliver Gerberding (University Hamburg).
  Focus: Developing, calibrating, and testing transportable ring laser sensors for rotational measurements in geophysics. Work mainly at Geophysical Observatory Fürstenfeldbruck.
  (No specific deadline listed on main page; check link for updates.)
  APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position at University Hamburg (seismic interferometry) Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Celine Hadjiioannou (University Hamburg), Co-supervisor: Prof. Dr. Heiner Igel.
  Focus: Next-generation seismic interferometry using 6-component (6 DoF) ground motion data with ring laser gyroscopes.
  (No specific deadline listed; check link for details.)
  APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position at University Hamburg (digital readout and control) Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Oliver Gerberding (University Hamburg), Co-supervisor: Prof. Dr. Katharina-Sophie Isleif.
  Focus: Digital readout/control of passive ring laser gyroscopes and scattered light suppression for transportable sensors. Physics/engineering background with laser optics, DSP, and FPGA experience preferred.
  Deadline: May 17, 2026 (one of the listed positions in the group).
  APPLY HERE
  
• PhD position at Helmut-Schmidt-University Hamburg Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Katharina-Sophie Isleif (HSU Hamburg), Co-supervisor: Prof. Dr. Oliver Gerberding.
  Focus: Simulation of optical systems for transportable ring laser gyroscopes (using Finesse/ifoCAD), noise models/digital twins, and opto-mechanical designs.
  Deadline: May 17, 2026.
  APPLY HERE

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How to Apply:

• Visit the official RINGLASER.DE jobs page
• For positions without formal postings yet, contact the named supervisors by email
• Click the specific for each position you are interested in
• Prepare your CV, motivation letter, academic transcripts, and other required documents
• Submit applications directly through the university portals before the deadline

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