Max Planck Institute Planet & Star Formation Postdoc Scholarship 2026

The Max Planck Institute for Astronomy (MPIA) in Heidelberg is seeking a dedicated and highly qualified postdoctoral researcher with observational or/and theoretical backgrounds to work in planet formation, astrochemistry and/or protoplanetary disk science

Table of Content

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

Summary

• Application DeadlineNovember 15, 2025
• Study LevelPostdoctoral Fellowships
• SponsorMax Planck Institute
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• The remuneration is based on the German collective wage agreement for the public sector (TVöD) depending on qualification and experience in level E14. Social benefits are granted according to the regulations for public service.
• There is flexibility in starting dates, with preference for starting dates after mid-2026.

Requirements

• Applicants should have a PhD in astronomy, astrophysics, physics, chemistry or a closely related field.

Application Deadline

November 15, 2025

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to Max Planck Institute on mpia.heyflow.site to apply

Interested candidates should provide the following in their application. Please upload all documents in one pdf file (max. 10 MB):

• cover letter (1 page)
• brief CV (max. 3 pages)
• publication list
• brief research statement (including past, current, and future research – max. 3 pages not inc. references)

Please also arrange for three letters of reference to be provided separately (further details will be provided once registered in the online application portal).

• For inquiries, please contact Myriam Benisty.
• For assistance in submitting the application, contact Susanna Pohl.

For more information, kindly visit Max Planck Institute scholarship webpage.