PhD & Postdoc research positions at Forschungszentrum Jülich (FZ Jülich)

Applications are now open for multiple PhD and Postdoc research positions at Forschungszentrum Jülich (FZ Jülich), one of Germany’s leading interdisciplinary research centers focusing on energy, information, bioeconomy, and brain research.These are fully funded (salaried) positions under German public service pay scales (typically TVöD-Bund E13, 65% for many PhDs or 100% for Postdocs), offering competitive remuneration, social benefits, and professional development in cutting-edge scientific environments.

Positions are primarily in natural sciences, engineering, computational sciences, physics, biology, and related interdisciplinary fields. They are open to international applicants (all nationalities), with no application fee. Most positions are open until filled (apply as soon as possible; some may have implicit or rolling deadlines)..You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: PhD and Postdoc
• Host Country: Germany
• Host Institution: Forschungszentrum Jülich
• Application Deadline: Most positions are open until successfully filled
• Open for: All nationalities
• Application Fee: None
• Funding Type: Fully funded

What This Opportunity Offers:

• Participants receive a competitive salary according to TVöD-Bund pay scale (including Christmas bonus and comprehensive social benefits such as health insurance, pension contributions, and paid leave).
• You gain access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure, international collaborations, mentorship from leading scientists, opportunities for networking and conferences, professional development training, and a pathway to further academic or industry careers in high-impact research areas.
• Additional perks often include support for international researchers (e.g., relocation assistance, language courses) and work-life balance measures.

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Eligibility Criteria:

• For PhD positions: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field (e.g., physics, biology, engineering, computer science, environmental sciences, etc.). Strong academic record, research experience, and motivation for doctoral research required.
• For Postdoc positions: Completed PhD in a relevant discipline, proven research track record (publications), and skills aligned with the specific project.
• Good English proficiency (German may be advantageous but often not mandatory).
• International applicants are encouraged; specific projects may have additional technical requirements (e.g., programming, lab skills).

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PhD Positions:

• PhD Position – Active Matter and Machine Learning,
  IAS-2, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• PhD Position – Generative AI for Smart Grids and Energy Systems
  ICE-1, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• PhD Position – Hybrid electronic/photonic integrated neuromorphic computing systems for large-scale machine learning
  PGI-14, Aachen.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• PhD Position – Additive Manufacturing and Resource Strategies for the Energy Transition
  ICE-2, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• PhD Position – Prospective Environmental and Economic Assessment of a Data Center for the Einstein Telescope
  ICE-2, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• PhD Position – Analysis of Integrated Power, Gas and Hydrogen Systems
  ICE-1, Jülich. Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• PhD Position – Swimming in Complex Environments,
  IAS-2, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• PhD-Position – Development of scalable superconducting quantum systems,
  PGI-13, Aachen.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• PhD Thesis – Ultrafast Electron Holography of Cobalt Nanowires Using GHz RF Electron Beam Pulser,
  ER-C 1, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• PhD Thesis – In situ TEM of Coulomb phase excitation in artificial spin ice matter,
  ER-C 1, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• Tasso Springer Fellowships – Three PhD Positions in Neutron Research,
  JCNS, Garching.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• PhD Position – Non-collinear Altermagnetic Weyl Semimetal: Polarized neutron scattering investigations,
  JCNS-2, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• PhD Position – Molecular mechanisms of vesicular glutamate transporters,
  IBI-1, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.

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Postdoc Positions::

• Postdoc / Modelling and Analysis of Integrated Power, Gas and Hydrogen Systems,
  ICE-1, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Postdoctoral Researcher in Quantum Algorithms,
  PGI-12, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• Postdoc (Physics) – ³He and neutron polarization methods,
  JCNS-4, Garching.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• Postdoc – Design of Experiment and Digital Process Optimization for CO2 Electrolysis,
  IET-1, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.
  
  
• Postdoc – Nuclear Fuel Performance and Fission Gas Modelling,
  IFN-2, Jülich.
  Open until filled.
  APPLY HERE.

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How to Apply:

1. Visit the specific position page via the APPLY HERE links provided earlier
2. Prepare required documents (CV, motivation letter/cover letter, transcripts/degrees, references, etc.).
3. Submit online through the official recruiting portal (no email applications accepted in most cases).
4. Apply as early as possible since positions are filled on a rolling basis.

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