PhD Position

vor 3 Monaten


Jülich, Deutschland Forschungszentrum Jülich Vollzeit

Your Job:

Characterization and optimization of a lab-based GC-HID-ECD instrument to measure H2, CH4, N2O and SF6
Construction and characterization of an AirCore to sample air masses without disturbance of the target trace gases
Conducting regular balloon launches with AirCores in Jülich and analysis of collected air samples with the GC-HID-ECD system
Investigate the climate impact of the measured H2 profiles in collaboration with our modeling department

Your Profile:

MSc in meteorology, physics, chemistry, environmental sciences or a related field with good final grade (German system equivalent or better)
Very good experimental skills are essential
Experience with AirCores, GC systems, Balloon observations are desirable
Solid programming skills ( Python) for data analysis are helpful

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change We offer ideal conditions for you to complete your doctoral degree:

A highly motivated working group as well as an international and interdisciplinary working environment at one of Europe’s largest research establishments
Outstanding scientific and technical infrastructure
Opportunity to participate in (international) conferences and project meetings
Continuous scientific mentoring by your scientific advisor
Flexible work (location) arrangements, remote work
Ideal conditions for balancing work and private life, as well as a family-friendly corporate policy
A large research campus with green spaces, offering the best possible means for networking with colleagues and pursuing sports alongside work
Further development of your personal strengths, through an extensive range of training courses; a structured program of continuing education and networking opportunities specifically for doctoral researchers via JuDocS, the Jülich Center for Doctoral Researchers and Supervisors:
Targeted services for international employees, through our International Advisory Service


In addition to exciting tasks and the collaborative working atmosphere at Jülich, we have a lot more to offer (

The position is for a fixed term of 3 years. Pay in line with 67,5% of pay group 13 of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund) and additionally 60 % of a monthly salary as special payment („Christmas bonus“).



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