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Posted Jul 28, 2026
Göttingen
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Broad estimate: €44,000–€58,000/year
In the *Department of Living Matter Physics* (LMP) we seek to fill a number of
The Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization (MPI-DS) at Göttingen, Germany, is an international, interdisciplinary and collaborative environment offering an exceptional research setting. It hosts a range of theoretical and experimental fundamental scientific research and a diverse group of researchers. Altogether, it employs about 300 people.
The LMP department engages in a wide range of theoretical research aimed at understanding the dynamics of living systems from a physical perspective. The department is headed by Ramin Golestanian and hosts a number of group leaders, postdoctoral researchers, students, and visitors.
The PhD students will engage in theoretical and/or computational research in Nonequilibrium Statistical Physics and Active Matter, under the supervision of Ramin Golestanian. For more information concerning our current areas of research activity, visit our website ([http://www.ds.mpg.de/lmp](http://www.ds.mpg.de/lmp)).
We are looking for excellent, enthusiastic and self-motivated early-career researchers with good communication skills to join our research team.
We are offering excellent working conditions in a highly interdisciplinary and stimulating research environment. Salary and working hours are in accordance with the funding guidelines of the Max Planck Society for junior scientists. Working hours are fulltime; salary is 2/3 of E13 TVöD-Bund. Furthermore, we offer opportunities regarding work life balance as well as health promotion services. The PhD position is limited to three years. The starting date is flexible.
The Max-Planck Society is committed to achieving the highest level of excellence and diversity. We encourage applications from women, especially in areas where they are underrepresented, which includes theoretical physics. Moreover, we are committed to providing suitable working environment for everyone including individuals with disabilities.
To apply, please follow this [link](https://jobs.b-ite.com/en/jobposting/64bbb9935c7fc269f86d9f96bf4a8e/apply) and submit your CV, your academic records, a statement of your research interests, and contacts of two referees. Processing of applications will start after the deadline of **1st December 2026**. While we may continue to receive applications until **1st April 2027**, the positions will be filled as soon as suitable candidates are identified. Therefore, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Prof. Dr. Ramin Golestanian
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Prof. Dr. Ramin Golestanian
Am Faßberg 17
37077 Göttingen
Germany
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Full-time reference: about €67,000/year
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Source: Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis), table; dl-de/by-2-0; StarIn's calculation
Source: Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis), table; dl-de/by-2-0; StarIn's calculation
Estimate: about €77,000/year
Broad estimate: €44,000–€58,000/year
