Einstein-Teleskop Deutschland

27.02.2026 Expressions of interest for a PhD position in Theoretical Physics in Trento The Theoretical Gravitation and Cosmology group at the University of Trento might have one funded PhD position starting in November 2026 and supervised by Prof. Massimiliano Rinaldi. The selection process is led by a committee, appointed by the Department of Physics, that evaluates all candidates in all physics fields and makes a ranking based on letter of motivation, academic CV and interview (live or online). Details of the selection process can be found here. Please note that the official 2026 call is not open yet and this announcement is just an unofficial gathering of expressions of interest,…

25.02.2026 Research Software Engineer for Open Galaxy Catalogue Infrastructure in Gravitational-Wave Cosmology at Laboratoire des 2 infinis Toulouse The research engineer will participate in the design, prototyping, development, and deployment of software and digital infrastructures for large-scale galaxy catalogues and community-driven data platforms, in the context of gravitational-wave cosmology. The position is part of the OSCARS-funded project UpGLADE: community-driven open-data infrastructure for gravitational-wave cosmology, whose goal is to deliver the largest open-access all-sky galaxy catalogue. Application deadline: March 3rd 2026. Read more

24.02.2026 Call for Applications: Director of IFAE Barcelona The Institut de Física d’Altes Energies (IFAE) is seeking applicants for a new Director. IFAE is a consortium of the Generalitat de Catalunya and the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) created in 1991. IFAE is a CERCA Center of Excellence whose mission is to perform cutting-edge research, theoretical and experimental, in high-energy physics, astroparticle physics and cosmology, going from particles to the cosmos, and, at the same time, to contribute to society by applying the acquired knowledge and insight in strategic sectors. CERCA is the public Catalan system of research institutes. IFAE is also a founding member of the Barcelona Institute of…

24.02.2026 ESA Archival Research Visitor Programme Madrid, Noordwijk To increase the scientific return from its space science missions, ESA welcomes applications from scientists interested in pursuing research based on publicly available data in the ESA Space Science Archives. The Archives host data from all current and past ESA space science missions in astronomy, planetary science, and heliophysics. Applications received by 30 April 2026 (23:59 UTC) will be considered for visits in autumn and winter 2026/2027. Read more

24.02.2026 Postdoctoral Position at University of Toulouse, Laboratoire de Physique Théorique à Toulouse The Laboratory of Theoretical Physics in Toulouse has an opening for a two-year postdoctoral position in the field of one-dimensional quantum many-body systems. The starting date is flexible (latest January 2027). To apply, please send your curriculum vitae, a brief research statement, and arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to Aleksandra Petković (petkovic(at)irsamc.ups-tlse.fr). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Read more

20.02.2026 Junior position in theoretical physics at the Institut de Physique Theorique CEA Saclay The Institut de Physique Theorique (IPhT) invites applications for a junior-level permanent position, opened for researchers working on foundational and theoretical-physics aspects of AI in a broad sense. This includes the study of AI through theoretical physics and statistical physics in particular, as well as AI developments applied to theoretical physics. Application deadline: March 20th, 2026. Read more

20.02.2026 Junior position in theoretical physics at the Institut de Physique Theorique CEA Saclay The Institut de Physique Theorique (IPhT) invites applications for a junior-level permanent position in physics. The position is opened for researchers working on phenomenology of the standard models of the two infinities. This includes the standard model of cosmology (e.g. physics of the early Universe, large scale-structures or gravitational waves) and the standard model of particle physics (e.g. QCD and heavy-ion physics). Application deadline: March 20th, 2026. Read more

17.02.2026 Postdoc in gravitational wave phenomenology and data Analysis at NICPB, Tallinn The GW group at NICPB, Tallinn invites applications for a postdoctoral position in GW phenomenology and data analysis. The position is initially for two years, with the possibility of renewal for a third year. We offer a competitive salary, travel support, and a supportive research environment within an active GW group in Tallinn. Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must have been awarded a PhD by the start date of the position. Previous experience in GW research is preferred. The start date is flexible and can…