2026 PhD Position - Imaging Subsurface Flow Path Dynamics at Forschungszentrum Jülich

Forschungszentrum Jülich is looking to recruit a PhD Position - Imaging subsurface flow path dynamics in high resolution using geophysical methods. 

This PhD position offers the opportunity to work at the interface of hydrology and geophysics, to gain extensive experience in field experiments, data analysis, numerical modeling, and scientific programming, and to contribute to fundamental advances in the understanding of subsurface flow processes.

You will be part of a dynamic research team applying advanced geophysical methods to study subsurface flow patterns.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNot Specified
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorForschungszentrum Jülich
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Working in an interdisciplinary environment as well as excellent facilities for hydrogeophysical research and numerical simulation and inversion
• Opportunities to being part of the national and international scientific community
• PhD students are encouraged to attend international conferences and a three month research stay abroad with a cooperating partner is possible
• Working in the heart of Europe
• Motivated and diverse working group and work environment
• 30 days of annual leave
• Further development of your personal strengths, e.g. through an extensive range of training courses; a structured program of continuing education and networking opportunities specifically for doctoral researchers via JuDocS, the Jülich Center for Doctoral Researchers and Supervisors: https://www.fz-juelich.de/en/judocs
• Targeted services for international employees, e.g. through our International Advisory Service

Requirements

• Master’s degree in geophysics, physics, geoscience, computational geoscience, or related natural sciences with an overall grade of at least good
• Experience in programming (e.g., MATLAB, Python, C/C++)
• Advanced knowledge of numerical methods
• Geophysical fieldwork experience, preferably with GPR and EMI
• Strong English writing skills (at least B2 level according to the CEFR: https://go.fzj.de/languagerequirements ), ideally supported by a certificate confirming the language level.
• Since the work involves interdisciplinary cooperation with several researchers and technicians, good communication and organizational skills are essential
• Driver’s license is required (or should be obtained within first 3 months)
• Physical work is required

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applications are made via the Application Portal.

For more information, kindly visit the Forschungszentrum Jülich webpage.