Fachbereich 10 - Mathematik und Informatik Institut für Mathematische Stochastik Doctoral Research Associates (Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in. salary level E 13 TV-L, 75%) 18.07.2025

to commence on October 1st 2025 or soon thereafter. We are offering fixed-term positions for 3 years.

Your tasks:

These positions are designed to working towards a doctorate (Dr. rer. nat.) within the Research Training Group (see ). You will pursue your own research project supported by a local supervisor chosen from among the investigators of the Research Training Group.

Our expectations:

• You hold a graduate degree with above average grades in mathematics or a related field that meets the qualifications required for a doctorate (i.e. master’s degree).
• Your research interests align with the topics of the Research Training Group.
• You possess above average mathematical ability as well as intellectual and analytical strength.
• You show a high level of ambition for, commitment to, and enjoyment in scientific work.
• You work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.
• You speak and write English fluently. German language skills are not required.

Advantages for you:

You will join the vibrant international research community of the Research Training Group and of the Cluster of Excellence Mathematics Münster more broadly. You will enrol in a structured qualification programme geared towards training young scientists to analyse complex random systems. You will enjoy numerous amenities including funding for conference travel and summer schools as well as opportunities to co-organise academic events and engage in a wide variety of networking activities.

Moreover, the University of Münster offers workshops on a diverse range of topics such as professional training for your career development as well as sport and health programmes to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

The University of Münster strongly supports equal opportunity and diversity . We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions.

We actively encourage applications by women. Women with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered unless these are outweighed by reasons which necessitate the selection of another candidate.

Application documents:

• Applications should contain a cover letter, CV, copies of degree certificates (bachelor’s and master’s) and full academic transcripts, as well as evidence of proficiency in English.
• Applicants are invited to include examples of their academic work if appropriate.
• Applicants should nominate at least two potential local supervisors listed as investigators of the Research Training Group.
• Please also arrange for at least two letters of recommendation to be sent to rtg3027@uni-muenster.de by the referees before 18 July 2025.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]. Are you interested? Then we look forward to receiving your application by 2025-07-18 via email to be sent to [email protected] . Reference number: 2025_06_31