Geoscientific Laboratory Researcher in Terrestrial Global-Change Research

Overview

Organisation/Company: University of Tübingen
Department: Geosciences
Research Field: Geosciences » Other

Position: Postdoc Positions – Geoscientific Laboratory Researcher with Coordination Responsibilities (m/f/d; TV-L E 13, 100%)
Location: Germany
Contract: Temporary
Hours per week: 39
Starting date: 1 Jan 2026
Funding: Not funded by an EU programme (EU Research Framework Programme) | Starting 1 Jan 2026 until 31 Dec 2032

Offer Description

The Cluster of Excellence TERRA TERRA “Terrestrial Geo-Biosphere Interactions in a Changing World” is an interdisciplinary research initiative of geoscientists, biologists, and computer scientists at the Universities of Tübingen and Hohenheim and the Senckenberg Institution of Biodiversity and Earth System Research in Frankfurt. It investigates how living and non-living world interactions shape global change from microorganisms to the globe, in the geological past, present, and future. TERRA starts on 1 January 2026 and is funded until 31 December 2032. We invite applications for the following position in coordination with the Department of Geosciences at the University of Tübingen.

Geoscientific Laboratory Researcher with Coordination Responsibilities (m/f/d; TV-L E 13, 100%)
Starting 1.1.2026 until

Responsibilities

• Head the Facility for Dating and Analysis of Rocks and Terrestrial Sediments (DARTS).
• Consolidate analytical capabilities for sample preparation, age dating, and advanced analysis of samples in the Geo- and Environmental Research Center (GUZ) and coordinate with labs at Senckenberg.
• Develop scientific strategies to solve research questions on geo-biosphere interactions based on geoscientific measurements.
• Conduct research on geo-biosphere interactions using rocks and/or terrestrial sediments.
• Process monitoring and data quality assurance from acquisition to final publication.
• Oversee measurement performance and support data analysis including data management and storage.
• Coordinate between analytical facilities at TERRA sites (Tübingen, Hohenheim, Senckenberg) and manage administrative aspects.

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in Geo- or Natural Sciences.
• Experience in diverse analytical characterization methods of geomaterials.
• Pro-active, well-organised work style; strong interaction and communication skills for interdisciplinary teamwork.
• General interest in TERRA research topics; experience with rock and sediment dating methods is beneficial.

Additional Information

• Languages: English – Excellent.
• The University of Tübingen is committed to equity and diversity; equal opportunities are actively promoted. Equally qualified candidates with disabilities will be given preference in the hiring process. Full-time positions are generally suitable for job sharing.

Application

Your application should comprise a letter of motivation, CV, and certificates. Only complete applications can be considered. Please submit a single PDF (max 10 MB) to under the heading “Application: Your Name (TERRA-06)”.

Deadline for applications: 19 October 2025.