Junior Research Group Leaders

Deadline:

November 2, 2026

Reference number:

2026/397

Working time model:

full-time

Duration:

Starting date

December 31, 2032

from 2027

Pay grade: TV-L EG 14

Applications to: administration@phenorob.de

Job posting (pdf)

Your tasks

Designing the research profile and building up an internationally visible, independent research group that makes central contributions to at least one of the seven CPs. Central contributions include (i) publishing in high-ranked publications, (ii) collaborating with other PhenoRob members, (iii) building research demonstrators around a CP use case, and (iv) attracting additional funding.

We offer

• Remuneration in accordance with TV-L pay grade / Entgeltgruppe 14,
• An independent research group with two funded PhD positions,
• Easy access to laboratory and field experiments,
• Financial support from the Cluster,
• The opportunity of conducting independent research and the support that is necessary to do so,
• Formal eligibility to supervise PhD students,
• An individual target agreement for permanent employment,
• An open, stimulating and interdisciplinary work environment.

Your profile

• A postdoctoral researcher with a strong publication record in one of the Cluster’s or related disciplines,
• An independent scholar who wants to shape the Cluster’s research and has the ability to conduct highly visible and impactful research,
• An interest in interdisciplinary and collaborative research and openness to new ideas,
• The aptitude to lead a small team of PhD students.

Applicants are asked to submit:

1. An application consisting of: (a) motivation letter (max. 1 page); (b) curriculum vitae; (c) list of publications; (d) link to Google Scholar profile; and (e) a copy of your PhD certificate;

2. An outline of the concept for your Research Group, including a short outline for two PhD projects (max. 2 pages in sum);

3. The name and contact details of two potential referees (position, professional address, email).

Diversity and equal opportunity

The University of Bonn promotes an open, respectful, and non-discriminatory academic culture and is actively committed to equal opportunity and family friendliness. We aim to eliminate structural disadvantages and to strengthen diversity in research, teaching, and administration. Therefore, we welcome all applications, regardless of ethnic or social background, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, disability, or age.

Applications from women and people with a documented severe disability (or equivalent status) will be given preferential consideration in accordance with the State Equality Act (LGG) NRW and Social Code (SGB) IX.

Contact

Prof. Dr. Heiner Kuhlmann

E-Mail: heiner.kuhlmann@uni-bonn.de