PhD Position (f/m/x) in Statistical Physics/Quantitative Biology Wiss2608-15

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

PhD Position (f/m/x) in

Statistical Physics/Quantitative Biology

Institute for Biological Physics | research group of Professor Berg

We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region.

Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne

make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in

science, technology, and administration.

The research environment at the University of Cologne WE OFFER

provides an excellent setting for interdisciplinary doctoral » Broad research and training opportunities within the

training. PhD students have access to a broad range of graduate school BCGS

graduate-level courses and training opportunities through » Close research group integration/supervision

the graduate school BCGS (see https://www.gradschool. » A diverse working environment with equal

physics.uni-koeln.de/). The group is also embedded in a opportunities

vibrant research landscape, especially the Collaborative » Support in balancing work and family life

Research Centre CRC1310 Predicting Evolution, which brings » Extensive advanced training opportunities

together researchers from different fields to model and fore- » Occupational health management offers

cast evolutionary dynamics (see https://crc1310.uni-koeln. » Flexible working time models

de/). » Opportunity to work remotely

We are looking for highly motivated individuals who enjoy

working in an international team at the interface between

The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and

statistical physics and quantitative biology.

diversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accordance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also

YOUR TASKS expressly welcome applications from all suitable candidates

» Depending on the interests and background of the regardless of their gender, nationality, ethnic and social

successful applicants, projects will be available in cancer origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

evolution, resistance dynamics, and statistical modelling

of the immune system. Projects involve concepts and The position is available form 1 October 2026 on a partmethods from equilibrium and non-equilibrium physics time basis (19,92 hours per week). The initial appointment

and are often based on experimental collaborations. will be for three years, funds for an extension are available.

For more details see www.thp.uni-koeln.de/~berg. If the applicant meets the relevant wage requirements and

» The position includes a standard teaching load personal qualifications, the salary is based on remunera-

(in English or in German) of 2 SWS alongside research tion group 13 TV-L of the pay scale for the German public

activities. sector.

Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications

(a CV, publication list if applicable, and research statement,

Your Profile

one letter of recommendation should be sent directly by

» Applicants should have a Master‘s in physics with

the recommender to bergj@uni-koeln.de) without a photo

excellent grades, a strong background in statistical

under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de.

physics, and a genuine interest in biology.

The reference number is Wiss2608-15. The application

deadline is 15 September 2026.

For further inquiries, please contact Professor Dr Johannes

Berg (bergj@uni-koeln.de) and take a look at our FAQs.