The Faculty of Physics (particle cosomology) has the following job opening: 
Research Position (m/f/d)
ID: Wiss25524
- starting: as soon as possible
- Teilzeit 65 %
- salary according to Remuneration level 13 TV-L
- befristet
The position is funded by the DFG Collaborative Research Center CRC-TR211/3 Strong-interaction matter under extreme conditions as part of the research project B07 on "Strong-interaction matter in the early Universe" coordinated by Prof. Dietrich Bödeker (Bielefeld University), Prof. Laura Sagunski (Goethe University), Prof. Dominik Schwarz (Bielefeld University), and Prof. Cora Uhleman (Bielefeld University). The successful candidate will cooperate with Dietrich Bödeker and pursue cutting edge research at the interface of particle physics and cosmology to explore the effects of strong interactions on electroweak rates in the early Universe. The CRC-TR211 and Bielefeld University emphasize equal opportunity, a good working atmosphere and the compatibility of work and family life of their employees. We particularly encourage applications from women and members of groups underrepresented in our field of work.
Your Tasks
- pursue cutting edge research at the interface of particle physics and cosmology to explore the
impact of strong interactions on electroweak rates in the early Universe (approx. 65 %) - evaluation and interpretation of data including analytical calculations (approx. 15 %)
- involvement in writing publications and presentation of scientific results at conferences (approx. 5 %)
- participation at workshops and other events organized within the CRC (approx. 5 %)
- teaching of tutorials/courses and supervision of bachelor and master students (1 LVS/ up to 8 %)
- participate in the organization of the academic life in the physics department (up to 2 %)
Your Profile
We expect
- scientific university degree (Master or equivalent) in physics
- a cooperative and team-oriented working style
- documented expertise in theoretical particle physics and cosmology
- solid knowledge of at least one of the programming languages C, C++, Python
- good knowledge of English in written and spoken form
- interest in the broad research topics of the Collaborative Research Center, see the CRC web page https://crc-tr211.org
Preferred experience and skills
- good presentation and moderation skills
We offer
- salary according to Remuneration level 13 TV-L
- befristet (3 years) (§ 2 (1) sentence 1 of the WissZeitVG; in accordance with the provisions of the WissZeitVG and the Agreement on Satisfactory Conditions of Employment, the length of contract may differ in individual cases)
- Teilzeit 65 %
- internal and external training opportunities
- variety of health, consulting and prevention services
- reconcilability of family and work
- flexible working hours
- 30 days holiday and additional days off on 24.12. and 31.12.
- good transport connection
- supplementary company pension
- collegial working environment
- open and pleasant working atmosphere
- various offers (canteen, cafeteria, restaurants, Uni-Shop, ATM, etc.)
Application Procedure
We are looking forward to receiving your application including a cover letter, CV, a brief description of your research interests, a copy of your Master's certificate and two letters of recommendation. To apply, please preferably use our online form via the application button below.
application deadline: 15.01.2026
Contact
Prof. Dr. Dietrich Bödeker
bodeker@physik.uni-bielefeld.de
Postal Address
Universität Bielefeld
Fakultät für Physik
Claudia Rißmann
Postfach 10 01 31
33501 Bielefeld
Prof. Dr. Dietrich Bödeker
bodeker@physik.uni-bielefeld.de
Postal Address
Universität Bielefeld
Fakultät für Physik
Claudia Rißmann
Postfach 10 01 31
33501 Bielefeld
Bielefeld University has received a number of awards for its achievements as an equal-opportunity employer and has been
recognized as a family-friendly university. The university welcomes applications from women. This is particularly true with regard
both to academic and technical posts as well as positions in information technology as well as the skilled crafts and trades.
Applications are handled according to the provisions of the state statutes on equal opportunity. Applications from suitably qualified
handicapped and severely handicapped persons are explicitly encouraged.
At Bielefeld University on request positions can be carried out with reduced working hours as long as this does not conflict with official needs.
