Research Associate; f​/m​/d) in Applied Mathematics

Organisation/Company Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Department Mathematics Research Field Mathematics » Applied mathematics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Final date to receive applications 2 Sep 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Country Germany Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Hours Per Week 29,55 Offer Starting Date 1 Nov 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number DR/139/26 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences – Department of Mathematics

Research Associate (f/m/d) in Applied Mathematics with expected 3/4 part-time employment – E 13 TV-L HU (third-party funding limited until 31.10.2029)

Founded in 1810, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin is one of Germany's leading universities. As a comprehensive university with over 36,000 students, it combines research excellence with innovative support for young talents. Their international networks, interdisciplinary research collaborations, and progressive teaching concepts shape Berlin as a center of science. The Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin holds the status of a university of excellence.

As part of the DFG Cluster of Excellence MATH+, the project "Towards a Model-Based Understanding of Sodium-Ion Batteries" (AA-Ener-5), an interdisciplinary research collaboration between working groups in Mathematics at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (Prof. Dr. Falk Hante), the Weierstrass Institute for Applied Analysis and Stochastics (Dr. Manuel Landstorfer), and the Chemistry department at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (Prof. Dr. Philipp Adelhelm), involves the following responsibilities:

• scientific service in research in the project "Towards a Model-Based Understanding of Sodium-Ion Batteries"
• developing and analyzing mathematical models to describe and advance the understanding of sodium-ion batteries
• developing and applying mathematical and numerical methods for analyzing complex electrochemical processes
• close collaboration with the participating research groups and active involvement in the Cluster of Excellence MATH+ activities
• presenting and publishing research findings at international conferences and in peer-reviewed journals
• tasks for personal scientific qualification (doctorate)
• completed scientific university degree in Mathematics or a closely related field
• strong background in Applied Mathematics, with particular expertise in at least one of the following areas: mathematical modelling, differential equations, numerical mathematics, or optimisation
• interest in interdisciplinary research at the interface of mathematics, chemistry, and materials science
• proficiency in German or English, both written and spoken (minimum C1 level)
• independent, meticulous, and team-oriented working style

• experience in modelling physical or electrochemical processes
• familiarity with numerical simulation methods
• enthusiasm for collaborating in an interdisciplinary research team

• a modern work environment
• high responsibility in different working fields
• structured orientation and onboarding
• flexible working hours (flexitime)
• excellent opportunities for further training

As a family-friendly university, we promote the compatibility of work and family life.

Required application documents:

• letter of motivation
• proof of the required qualification (certificates, diplomas, continuing education certificates)
• work references or evaluations

If you have further questions about the job posting or the scope of duties, please do not hesitate to contact Prof. Falk Hante (  ).

The position is scheduled to be filled on November 1, 2026.

The Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin is seeking to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching, and specifically encourages qualified female scholars to apply. Severely disabled applicants with equivalent qualifications will be given preferential consideration. People with an immigration history are specifically encouraged to apply. Since we will not return your documents, please…