Research Assistant (f/m/x) - on Modelling Earth Surface Processes

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Research Assistant (f/m/x) - on

Modelling Earth Surface Processes

The Chair Group of Geomorphology & Geochronology invites

applications for an exceptional research position focusing

on landscape evolution modeling. Our group specializes in

understanding how physical, biological, and anthropogenic

processes shape Earth‘s surface, with particular expertise in

luminescence-based dating and rating methods.

YOUR TASKS

» We are seeking a talented scientist with deep expertise

in landscape evolution and/or soil-landscape evolution

modeling across multiple spatial and temporal scales.

This unique position offers the opportunity to leverage

extensive field, laboratory, and geochronological data-

sets to develop cutting-edge numerical modeling tools

while leading our Geomorphic Software Laboratory.

» Based in the Chair Group for Geomorphology & Ge-

ochronology, this position offers strong collaborative

opportunities across the Department of Geosciences

(including the Cosmogenic Nuclides Group) and the

Institute of Geography (GIS and Remote Sensing Group),

with access to state-of-the-art analytical facilities and

field equipment.

YOUR PROFILE

» PhD in Geosciences, Geomorphology, or closely related

discipline

» Demonstrated experience with numerical modeling of

Earth surface processes and interactions

» Strong programming skills (preferably R, but experience

with Python, MATLAB, or similar languages valued)

» Proven research record with peer-reviewed publications

» Excellent English communication skills (oral and written)

» Commitment to teaching diverse, international student

populations

» Willingness to achieve German language proficiency

within 2 years

WE OFFER

» The opportunity to obtain the habilitation degree in an

exciting research environment

» A diverse working environment with equal opportunities

» Support in balancing work and family life

» Extensive advanced training opportunities

» Occupational health management offers

» Flexible working time models

The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and

diversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accor-

dance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-

Westphalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW).

We also expressly welcome applications from all suitable

candidates regardless of their gender, nationality, ethnic and

social origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and

identity.

The position is available from 1 October 2026 on a full-

time basis (39,83 hours per week). It is limited for three

years. After successful evaluation and in conjunction

with the successful development of a geomorphological

software laboratory, the position can be transferred into

a permanent position. If the applicant meets the relevant

wage requirements and personal qualifications, the salary

is based on remuneration group 13 TV-L of the pay scale

for the German public sector.

Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications

(including a motivation letter describing background, trai-

ning, research interests, and motivation for this position; your

CV, certificates and the contact information of two referees)

without a photo under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de.

The reference number is Wiss2608-09. The application

deadline is 15 September 2026.

For further inquiries, please contact Professor Tony Reimann

(t.reimann@uni-koeln.de) and take a look at our FAQs.

Chair Group of Geomorphology and Geochronology | Institute of Geography

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences