We are looking for the Institute of Applied Geosciences (AGW) as soon as possible, limited for 30 months, for a PhD Student / Research Assistant (f/m/d) on "Shallow Geothermal Energy" We are seeking a PhD student to join the research project IGWN (Innovative Geothermal-based Heating Networks) to investigate the potential for shallow geothermal energy systems in the German region of Oberschwaben. In this context, you will also deal with spatial uncertainties in the geological and hydrogeological boundary conditions by employing geostatistical methods. You will be part of a collaborative project with national partners from universities, research institutions and industry. The project aims at contributing to the development of concepts and demonstration sites for geothermal solutions for heating supply in the region of Oberschwaben. If eligible, you will join the PhD program at the KIT Department of Civil Engineering, Geo and Environmental Science, where you have the option to complete a PhD. Python, MATLAB) is required. Knowledge of geographical information systems (GIS) is beneficial. Fluent German skills are required. Become a member of staff of the only German University of Excellence that conducts largescale research on the national level. Work under excellent working conditions in an international environment and be active in research and academic education for our future. Benefit from specific training when starting your job and from a wide range of further qualification offers. Use our flexible working time models (flexitime, work from home), our sports and leisure offers, as well as our child and holiday care services. We also pay a share of EUR 25/month in the Job Ticket Baden-Württemberg. Recognized severely disabled persons will be preferred if they are equally qualified. Please apply online until August 31, 2025 using the vacancy number 1212/2025 to Ms Jana Kehrer, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Human Resources, Kaiserstr. Processing of your personal data by Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) will be subject to this Privacy Policy. You can find further information on the internet: www.kit.edu KIT - The Research University in the Helmholtz AssociationUmwelt Umwelt Physik Umwelt Geowissenschaften Physik Doktorand, Doktorandin Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter, wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin Lehre & Forschung, Wissenschaft Universität Forschungseinrichtung Sonstige Hochschule Vollzeit