 
        
        Research Associate for the Project “Energy Transfers in Atmosphere and Ocean” § 28 Subsection 3 HmbHG
InstitutionFaculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Department of Earth System Sciences, Institute of Oceanography
Salary level
Start date01.01.2026, fixed until 30.06.2028 (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).
Application deadline13.11.2025
Scope of workfull-time position suitable for part-time
Your responsibilities
Duties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications.
Collaboration in TRR 181 “Energy Transfers in Atmosphere and Ocean”
 1. performing model calculations
 2. assisting with the publication of results
Your profile
A university degree in a relevant field, plus doctorate.
We seek a candidate with excellent knowledge in ocean dynamics, in particular in the interaction of internal gravity waves with balanced flow on a theoretical level.
You should have worked on the the interaction of internal gravity waves with balanced flow on a theoretical level.
We offer
 3. Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
 4. Continuing education opportunities
 5. University pensions
 6. Attractive location
 7. Flexible working hours
 8. Work-life balance opportunities
 9. Health management, EGYM Wellpass
 10. Educational leave
 11. 30 days of vacation per annum
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