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Doctoral position in atmospheric chemistry: shallow convective clouds and tropospheric oxidation capacity Max Planck Institute for Chemistry in Germany
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Funded for three years. Salary follows the German public service collective agreement (TVöD Bund), pay group E13 at 65%, with usual public sector benefits according to Max Planck Society rules.
Deadline
Sep 15, 2026
Country
Germany
University
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Doctoral position in atmospheric chemistry at the Max Planck Institute for Chemistry in Mainz, Germany.
The project asks how shallow convective clouds change the oxidation capacity of the troposphere, with a focus on OH and HO2 radicals, cloud chemistry, and the interaction of biogenic and anthropogenic emissions with cloud droplets and ultraviolet radiation.
You will work in the Atmospheric Chemistry Department with Prof. Eric Kort and Dr. Hartwig Harder, and collaborate with Dr. Andrea Pozzer on satellite data and global modelling using the EMAC model.
Research activities include chamber experiments at CERN (CLOUD chamber, 2026), aircraft measurements with HALO during the COTANGO campaign based in Argentina (2027/2028), and global analysis combining satellite cloud statistics with modelling.
The position is suitable for candidates with a master’s degree in physics, physical chemistry, atmospheric science, or a related field. A strong physics background is important, and experience with lasers, optics, spectroscopy, data analysis, or Python is helpful. Good English is required; German is not required.
Funding is provided for three years with salary according to TVöD Bund E13 (65%) plus public sector benefits.
Apply by 15 September 2026 by sending a single PDF with motivation letter, CV, certificates, transcripts, and two academic referees to [email protected].
Funding details
Funded for three years. Salary follows the German public service collective agreement (TVöD Bund), pay group E13 at 65%, with usual public sector benefits according to Max Planck Society rules.
What's required
A master's degree or equivalent in physics, physical chemistry, atmospheric science, or a related field completed by the start date; a strong background in physics; interest in atmospheric chemistry and laboratory and field work; experience with lasers, optics, spectroscopy, data analysis, or programming such as Python is helpful; willingness to travel for campaigns at CERN and abroad; good written and spoken English. German is not required.
How to apply
Send a single PDF application including motivation letter, CV, certificates, transcripts, and the names and contact details of two academic referees by email to [email protected]. Late applications will be considered until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Hartwig Harder for questions.
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