1. Data assimilation - the collaborative research centre SFB1294
  2. Open Positions

We're not hiring at the moment

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! While we don't have any open positions right now, you can temporarily work with our research cluster by applying for one of our fellowships by clicking on the tab above.

Apply for fellowships at our CRC!

In 2026, we offer two kinds of fellowships:

A) for PhD students only: a short-term fellowship to collaborate with the CRC for up to 6 months

B) for undergrads, Phd students, Postdocs max. 5 years post PhD: a Data-Assimilation-School fellowship to attend our Autumn School 2026

 

A) Short-term fellowship for PhD students from non-German universities

  • click here for the detailed call for proposals
  • duration: 3 to 6 months in 2026 of your choice
  • monthly stipend of 1753€ (+ 400€ per child)
  • travel expenses coverage of 500€ (EU) / 1000€ (non-EU)
  • procedure:
    • consult the call for proposals for detailed information
    • choose a project and a PI you want to work with
    • sketch a research proposal (max. 4 pages) for your stay
    • ask the PI of your choosing for approval
    • settle on a suitable time frame for your project with the PI (take visa applications and other travel preparations into account when planning your stay)
    • send in your proposal with approval by the contacted PI, a research statement, and your CV
    • contact: sfb1294[at]uni-potsdam.de 
  • application deadline for full applications: 24 May 2026
  • late applications may be considered if positions are unfilled
  • applications not approved this year can be reconsidered for 2027

B) Data-Assimilation-School fellowship

  • see below for a brief call overview
  • only for advanced undergrads, PhD students, and postdocs (max. 5 years post PhD)
  • attend our Data Assimilation Autumn School 2026 for free
  • travel expenses coverage of 500€ (EU) / 1000€ (non-EU)
  • date: 28 September 2026 – 2 October 2026 (arrival on 27 September)
  • full-day program every day:
    • grow in hands-on workshops by Kathrin Smetana (Stevens, USA) and Max Pfeffer (UPotsdam, Germany)
    • present your research at our poster session
    • network with DA experts in socialising events
  • how to apply:
    • state your motivation for working with us at the Autumn School (max. 500 words)
    • write an abstract for the poster you are going to present (max. 2 pages)
    • attach your CV
    • send the whole application to the coordination office: sfb1294[at]uni-potsdam.de
  • application deadline: 24 May 2026
  • notification of acceptance: 5 June 2026
  • late applications may be considered if positions are unfilled
A Fyler showcasing information about the Autumn School Fellowship densely