2026 Ruhr University PhD Scholarship in Chemistry

The research group works in low-dimensional topology and knot theory. We are interested in link homology theories, such as Heegaard Floer and Khovanov homology, and their application to open topological problems. The work is supported by an individual research grant (project number 505125645) from the German Research Foundation (DFG) and a Starting Grant (project number 101115822) from the European Research Council (ERC). Ruhr University Bochum is one of Germany’s largest universities, with a mathematics department that maintains a strong research focus, particularly in geometry and topology. The department is home to the Floer Centre of Geometry, a hub for collaboration with other German mathematical research centres, many of which are located nearby.

Your tasks:

• Conduct individual and collaborative research projects under the supervision of the PI of the ERC Starting Grant, "Cut-and-paste Conjectures and Multicurves", through which the position is funded.
• Publish high-quality papers in peer-reviewed journals.
• Disseminate research through talks at international workshops and conferences.
• Organize and actively participate in research group seminars.
• Contribute to fostering a collegial, inclusive, and respectful working environment where everyone is treated fairly, with dignity and respect.

• Table of Content
• About Ruhr-University
• Ruhr University PhD Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Ruhr University PhD Scholarship
• Requirements for Ruhr University PhD Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Ruhr University PhD Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Ruhr University PhD Scholarship

• Employment at one of the largest universities in Germany within the University Alliance Ruhr
• Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team
• A job in the heart of the lively Ruhr metropolitan region with its diverse cultural offerings

Benefits: Ample travel funding and no teaching responsibilities

Other incentives (standard German work benefits): Comprehensive health insurance and social security benefits, generous vacation policies, and a strong work-life balance.

Requirements for Ruhr University PhD Scholarship Qualification

• (Essential) Excellent Bachelor's Degree
• (Essential) Excellent Master's Degree (or be close to submission)
• (Essential) Good communication skills in either English or German.
• (Desirable, but not essential) Master thesis in topology, geometry, or algebra.
• (Desirable, but not essential) Working knowledge of a programming language (e.g., Python, C, C++).

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Contact persons for further information: Prof. Dr. Claudius Zibrowius - [email protected]

For more information, kindly visit Ruhr University webpage.