Germany TU Dresden Research Associate / Doctoral Student Position in Geodetic Earth System Research 2026
Germany TU Dresden Research Associate / Doctoral Student Position in Geodetic Earth System Research 2026
The Technical University of Dresden (TU Dresden), one of Germany’s leading universities of excellence, is inviting applications for a Research Associate / Doctoral Student (m/f/d) position in the Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Department of Geosciences.
This opportunity is linked to the prestigious German Research Foundation (DFG) priority program “Antarctic Research”, specifically the project Resolving processes of Antarctic Ice Sheet change through innovations in satellite altimetry (RAISA).
About TU Dresden
Founded in 1828, TU Dresden is a globally oriented and research-strong institution, renowned for its excellence across disciplines, including engineering, natural sciences, humanities, social sciences, and medicine. As a modern employer, TU Dresden is committed to diversity, innovation, and family-friendly working conditions.
Why Apply?
This position is an excellent opportunity for young researchers looking to build a career in geodetic Earth system research, satellite altimetry, and Antarctic studies.
TU Dresden provides a stimulating research environment with access to international collaborations, interdisciplinary research projects, and world-class expertise.
Position Details
- Job Title: Research Associate / Doctoral Student (m/f/d)
- Employment: 67.5% of regular weekly working hours, limited to 3 years (WissZeitVG)
- Salary: E 13 TV-L (if requirements are met)
- Location: TU Dresden, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Department of Geosciences
- Project: RAISA – Antarctic ice sheet change through innovations in satellite altimetry
- Application Deadline: September 29, 2025
Key Responsibilities
- Development of satellite altimetry analysis methods over the Antarctic ice sheet.
- Analysis of ice surface height changes in combination with numerical models of ice dynamics, mass balance, and firn compaction.
- Identification and quantification of Antarctic ice sheet change processes.
- Development of stochastic uncertainty characterizations for mass balance estimates.
- Comparative studies with complementary methods such as satellite gravimetry.
- Presentation and publication of research results.
Candidate Requirements
- Applicants should have a Master’s degree in geodesy, geophysics, geoinformatics, physics, or mathematics.
Additional requirements include:
- Strong analytical skills.
- Knowledge of programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R, or similar).
- Experience in satellite altimetry, parameter estimation, and stochastic modeling.
- Interest in ice sheet research and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- English language proficiency (B2–C1); German language skills are advantageous.
Benefits of Working at TU Dresden
- Opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree in an internationally networked research environment.
- Participation in cutting-edge polar and geodetic research with the Alfred Wegener Institute and other global partners.
- Flexible and family-friendly working hours.
- A supportive and collaborative research culture.
- Access to professional development and training opportunities.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF application including the project code “RAISA” to Prof. Martin Horwath at martin.horwath@tu-dresden.de via the TUD SecureMail portal.
Alternatively, applications can be mailed to:
- TU Dresden
- Chair of Geodetic Earth System Research
- Martin Horwath 10
- 01069 Dresden, Germany
Application Deadline:
September 29, 2025
