HZDR PhD and Postdoc Positions in Germany 2026 (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for several PhD and Postdoc/Scientist positions at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) in Germany. These are research-based opportunities in fields like computational science, materials science, energy technologies, medical imaging, and process engineering. Positions are fully funded through employment contracts under the German public sector collective agreement (TVöD-Bund). There is no application fee. Deadlines range from late April to June 2026 (as of April 25, 2026). Successful applicants receive competitive salaries, social benefits, and the chance to work in state-of-the-art facilities while pursuing advanced research. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: PhD and Postdoc/Scientist positions.
• Host Country: Germany
• Application Deadline: Varies by position (earliest: April 30, 2026; latest: June 30, 2026)
• Duration: Typically 24–36 months.
• Funding Type: Fully funded employment contract
• Open for: All nationalities
• Application Fee: None.

What This Opportunity Offers:

• Career Growth: Publications, conferences, and skill development in cutting-edge field
• Competitive Salary: TVöD-Bund pay scale (50–75% E13 for PhDs, higher for Postdocs) with full social security.
• Leave & Pension: 30 days paid holiday + company pension (VBL).
• Hands-on Experience: Work with advanced equipment and top scientists.
• Networking & Training: International collaboration and structured PhD programs.

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Eligibility Criteria:

• For PhD positions: Completed Master’s or Diploma degree in a relevant field (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Science) with good grades. Strong interest in research and relevant skills (experimental, computational, or modeling).
• For Postdoc/Scientist positions: Completed PhD in a related discipline plus research experience.
• Good English skills (most work is in English). German is helpful but often not required.
• Ability to start on the given date and commit to the full duration. Specific requirements vary by project (check individual listings).

PhD Positions:

• PhD Student (f/m/d) for HPC/GPU Computing
  Location: Görlitz | Start: September 2026 | Duration: 36 months
  Deadline: 30 June 2026 APPLY HERE
  
• PhD Student (f/m/d) for bubble dynamics in water electrolysis
  Location: Dresden | Start: September 2026 | Duration: 36 months
  Deadline: 30 June 2026 APPLY HERE
  
• PhD Student (f/m/d) to work on the Development and Evaluation of Image Reconstruction Methods for Simultaneous Clinical Dual-Tracer PET Imaging
  Location: Dresden-Rossendorf | Start: June 2026 | Duration: 36 months
  Deadline: 6 May 2026 APPLY HERE
  
• PhD Student (f/m/d) Experimental analyses of Ion-Specific effects on Bubble-Particle Attachment and Bubble-Bubble Coalescence in Flotation
  Location: Dresden-Rossendorf | Start: June 2026 | Duration: 36 months
  Deadline: 1 May 2026 APPLY HERE
  
• PhD Student (f/m/d) Multisensor and Multiscale Measurement Techniques for Hydrodynamic Characterization of Flotation Cells
  Location: Dresden-Rossendorf | Start: June 2026 | Duration: 36 months
  Deadline: 1 May 2026 APPLY HERE
  
• PhD Student (f/m/d) EU MSCA-Doctorate Network COMBINE: Development of a demonstrator for solidification processes in continuous casting of steel
  Location: Dresden-Rossendorf | Start: September 2026 | Duration: 36 months
  Deadline: 30 April 2026 (still open on the 25th; apply promptly) APPLY HERE
  
• PhD Student (f/m/d) EU MSCA-Doctorate Network COMBINE: Experimental analysis and simulation of flow-induced vibration in gas-liquid two-phase flow
  Location: Dresden-Rossendorf | Start: September 2026 | Duration: 36 months
  Deadline: 30 April 2026 (still open on the 25th; apply promptly) APPLY HERE

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Postdoc / Scientist Positions

• Postdoc (f/m/d) GPGPU Computing
  Location: Görlitz | Start: September 2026 | Duration: 36 months
  Deadline: 30 June 2026 APPLY HERE
  
• Postdoc (w/m/d) – Ab-Initio-Simulationen für Al, Cu, Si und andere Materialien bei hohen Energiedichten Location: Rostock | Start: June 2026 | Duration: 24 months
  Deadline: 7 May 2026 APPLY HERE
  
• Scientist (f/m/d) – Development of an innovative approach for the selective recovery of rare-earth elements (Post-PhD level)
  Location: Dresden-Rossendorf | Start: December 2026 | Duration: until Dec 2027
  Deadline: 6 May 2026 APPLY HERE

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How to Apply

1. Visit the HZDR job portal
2. Choose your preferred position.
3. Click the APPLY HERE link on the English version of the job page.
4. Complete the online application form.

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