Astrophysicist (m/f/d) (Astrophysicist, Astronomer)

The International Max-Planck Research School (IMPRS) on Astrophysics is a training institution for doctoral students and a joint research school between the Max-Planck-Institut für extraterrestrische Physik (MPE), the Max-Planck-Institut für Astrophysik (MPA), the Universitätssternwarte München (USM), and the European Southern Observatory (ESO). Together, we form one of the world's largest centers for astrophysical research, covering all subject areas from planets, stars, and galaxies to cosmology. Access to the world's largest telescopes and an inspiring scientific environment provide our students with ideal conditions for their doctoral research.

The Max-Planck-Institut für extraterrestrische Physik (MPE) is looking for the International Max-Planck Research School on Astrophysics (IMPRS) at the earliest possible date, in full-time or part-time, a

Coordinator - IMPRS (m/f/d)

Reference number 07/2026 Your main task will be to coordinate the activities and processes of the IMPRS program. This includes, in particular:

• Coordination of the doctoral program and the IMPRS office
• Organization of the IMPRS curriculum, including planning and organization of workshops, courses, and continuing education measures
• Application management
• Advising and supporting IMPRS doctoral students
• Coordination of cooperation and networking with the national and international partners of the IMPRS-PHDS
• Alumni administration and support
• Evaluation of IMPRS reports
• Scientific reporting

• Successfully completed university degree, preferably in the field of astrophysics. A doctorate is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills as well as enjoyment of working in an international environment
• Experience in science management, ideally in the field of graduate education
• Interest in doctoral training in demographics and related areas
• Committed and independent way of working, teamwork skills, organizational skills, and high motivation
• Excellent written and spoken English skills

• A responsible, exciting, and varied activity in an interdisciplinary and international working environment
• Payment according to your qualifications and professional experience according to the Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst (TVöD) up to pay group 14
• Company pension scheme (VBL)
• Private accident insurance within a framework agreement for all employees
• Discounted rates for certain insurances
• Family service at the Garching research campus
• Canteen in the immediate vicinity
• Good accessibility via public transport (subway and bus)
• A subsidy for the Isar-Card-Job-Ticket or the Deutschlandjobticket
• Free parking on the institute grounds

The position is initially limited to two years; subsequent permanent employment is intended.