T194-2025 - Research Assistants (all genders) - Department of Mathematics

TU Darmstadt stands for excellent and relevant science. We are playing a decisive role in shaping far-reaching processes of global change—from energy transition to artificial intelligence—through outstanding scientific knowledge and innovative academic programmes. We group our cutting-edge research into three fields: Energy and Environment, Information and Intelligence, Matter and Materials. We are a university with strong ties to the Frankfurt Rhine-Main metropolitan region and a very strong international focus. We are committed to European values and European integration.

The Department of Mathematics at TU Darmstadt has eight research groups covering many areas of mathematics. We are well connected to other research groups both nationally and internationally.
Locally, we have various cooperations with other universities in the Rhine-Main area and offer a wide range of lectures for our students with our Bachelor's and Master's degree programs.

The Department of Mathematics at Technical University of Darmstadt invites applications for several (non-permanent) qualification positions as Research Assistants in part-time or full-time with fixed-term employment contracts. Prior to an application we ask applicants to contact the named department member. Applications will only be considered if the relevant research area is specified in the application.

We are looking for applicants who would like to gain academic qualification in one of the following areas:

• Mathematical Modeling and Analysis, in particular modeling/numerics of two-phase flows/transport phenomena at fluid interfaces (Prof. Bothe) - 1 full-time position (100%)
• Mathematical logic, preferably with research interests in model-theoretic methods, finite or algorithmic model theory (Prof. Otto) – 1 full-time position (100%) - Postdocs only
• Discrete Optimization, in particular combinatorial optimization (Prof. Disser) – 1 part-time position (75%)
• Mathematical Statistics (Prof. Kohler) – 1 full-time position (100%)
• Mathematical logic,graph structure theory - preferably with interest in graph classes, parameters and decompositions (Prof. Hatzel) – 1 full-time position (100%)

Your profile:

• University Science Degree (M.Sc.or equivalent) in mathematics or a related subject with final grades above average,
• interest in research and teaching (primarily in German).

In case of applicants with an outstanding completed PhD, the position can be a Research Associate/Postdoc position, leading to further academic qualifications through scientific publications and cooperations. In this case, the period of contract is, initially, 2 years and the position aims at qualification for an Assistant Professorship or for a further postdoc phase.

Technical University of Darmstadt offers varied and challenging assignments, freedom to work independently, the latest technologies, good collaboration between colleagues in partnership, needs-based training opportunities and customised personnel development.

Opportunity for further qualification (doctoral dissertation) is given. The fulfillment of the duties likewise enables the scientific qualifications of the candidate.

• Development and organisation – comprehensive in-house training offers, including the opportunity for continuing education and development;
• Annual leave/educational leave – 30 days annual leave (full-time employment) and 5 days educational leave;
• Sustainable and mobile – eligibility to free public transport in the state of Hesse with the LandesTicket Hessen (Hesse StateTicket) in accordance with the currently valid collective agreement, in addition to opportunities to working mobile at times;
• Fit and healthy – free of charge preventive medical check-ups and a wide-ranging subsidised sports programme;
• Work-life balance – flexible working time models, plus BGM (Betriebliches Gesundheitsmanagement – University Health Management);
• Pension scheme – supplementary public service pension scheme (VBL) in accordance with the currently applicable regulations;
• University bicycle
• Family-friendliness/compatibility of family/care/career – (university-run) childcare services, child allowance (based on the collective agreement), childcare programmes during school holidays.

TU Darmstadt intends to increase the number of female employees and encourages female candidates to apply. In case of equal qualifications, applicants with a degree of disability of at least 50 or equal will be given preference. Remuneration is in accordance with the collective agreement for the Technical University of Darmstadt (TV - TU Darmstadt). Part-time employment is generally possible.

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If you have any questions about these positions, please contact Stephanie Hasse on hasse@mathematik.tu-darmstadt.de.