Ph.D. positions (all genders welcome)

Ph.D. positions (all genders welcome)

The group of Prof. Dr. Martin Suhm at the Faculty of Chemistry at the Georg-August-Universität Göttingen welcomes applications for two Ph.D. positions (all genders welcome) in the German Research Foundation (DFG)-funded Research Training Group 2455 “BENCh – Benchmark Experiments for Numerical quantum Chemistry”.

The application window will be open until 1.6.2026. The positions are remunerated with 65 % E 13 TV‑L (corresponding to 25.87 hours per week) with a limited contract of 3 years. The earliest starting date will be 1.8.2026.

Responsibilities

• Extend the spectral range and working temperatures of home‑built cluster spectrometers.
• Develop experimental databases of new mono‑ and dihydrate clusters to trigger theoretical advances worldwide (Project A).
• Explore how chiral molecules recognize and control each other in the gas phase under cryogenic conditions (Project B).

Requirements

• Hold (or be in the process of concluding) a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Physics or equivalent.
• Be proficient in English.
• Be willing to travel and collaborate with international partners.
• Be experimentally skilled in vibrational spectroscopy and/or cold molecules.
• Be motivated to extend cluster spectrometers and experimental databases.

Applicants for Project A should show enthusiasm for experimental databases; for Project B, interest in chiral molecule interactions under cryogenic conditions is preferred.

Equal Opportunities

The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in fields in which they are underrepresented. The university has committed itself to being a family‑friendly institution and supports employees in balancing work and family life. It also welcomes applications from severely disabled people, giving preference in case of equal qualifications.

Application Process

Your application must include:

• Curriculum vitae including information on posters, presentations, awards (and publications, if applicable).
• Motivation letter, indicating a clear preference for either Project A or Project B.
• Certificates of studies and of language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL).
• Name and contact information of two senior researchers who would be willing to provide a reference letter.

The documents (single PDF file) should be submitted to by 20:00 (CET) 1.6.2026, but earlier applications are very welcome. If you have any questions, please contact Martin Suhm via

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