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Parashu Kharel
South Dakota State University
United States
5 months ago
South Dakota State University is advertising MS and PhD openings in Physics for Fall 2026 , with up to two PhD students to be recruited by Professor Parashu Kharel . The research area is experimental condensed matter physics , with a specific focus on the development and characterization of magnetic materials . This opportunity is a strong fit for students interested in physics, materials science, and experimental research on functional or magnetic materials. Supervisor / announcer: Parashu Khar...
5 months ago
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Ulm University
Closing soon
Germany
3 weeks ago
Closing soon
PhD position in Energy Storage and Thermal Energy at the Institute for Energy Conversion and Storage, Ulm University, Germany . The project focuses on pumped thermal energy storage (PTES) / Carnot batteries based on the Brayton cycle , a promising approach for storing electrical energy as heat and supporting the decarbonization of energy supply. The doctoral researcher will work on dynamic system modeling of realistic PTES systems, validation of components using experimental data or data sheets,...
3 weeks ago
Technical University of Munich
Closing soon
Top university
Germany
2 weeks ago
Closing soon
Top university
Technical University of Munich is advertising a full-time Research Associate position in the area of geothermal district cooling , focused on the design, integration, and operational optimization of innovative cooling plants . The project involves planning, implementing, and scientifically monitoring two geothermally supplied district cooling systems over several years of real-world operation. The work centers on central cooling plants that combine absorption chillers, compression chillers, stor...
2 weeks ago
Technical University of Munich
Closing soon
Top university
Germany
2 weeks ago
Closing soon
Top university
Technical University of Munich is advertising a Research Associate (m/f/d, full-time) in the field of geothermal high-temperature heat pumps , with a strong focus on experimental development , demonstration plants , and ORC systems (Organic Rankine Cycle). The project centers on planning, implementing, and scientifically monitoring two geothermal district cooling systems over several years in real-world operation. A key innovation is a reversible high-temperature heat pump that can also operate ...
2 weeks ago
Estimated costs in Germany.
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![]() Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | €5.0k $5,400/yr |
![]() Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | €662 $720/yr |
![]() Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | €552 $600/yr |
![]() Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | €828 $900/yr |
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Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster
Germany
Astrophysics
Particle Physics
Astroparticle Physics
Neutrino Astronomy
Gamma-ray Astronomy
RWTH Aachen University
Germany
Particle Physics
Nuclear Physics
Quantum Chromodynamics
Positron Physics
Accelerator Physics
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Germany
Astrophysics
Particle Physics
Neutrino Astronomy
Astroparticle Physics
Gamma-ray Astronomy
Heidelberg University
Germany
Nuclear Physics
Particle Physics
Experimental Physics
Neutron Science
Neutrino Physics
Heidelberg University
Germany
Particle Physics
Nuclear Physics
Beta Decay
Perturbative Qcd
Positron Physics
Heidelberg University
Germany
Particle Physics
Nuclear Physics
Hadron Physics
Beta Decay
Isospin Physics

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