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Each autumn, the Max Planck Institute for Astrophysics (MPA) invites applications for its prestigious three-year postdoctoral fellowships.
Prospective PhD students might apply to MPA directly or through the joint IMPRS research school, see link below.
Postdoctoral Fellowships in Astrophysics
The Max Planck Institute for Astrophysics (MPA) invites applications for its prestigious three-year postdoctoral fellowships, offering outstanding early-career scientists the opportunity to pursue an independent research program in a stimulating and collaborative environment. Our fellows join a dynamic community covering fields such as stellar astrophysics, supernovae, gravitational waves, galaxy formation, cosmology, and computational astrophysics. Based on the vibrant Garching campus near Munich, you’ll benefit from close ties with MPE and ESO, access to high-performance computing, generous travel support, and an active postdoc network. Applications open on September 1 and close on November 15, 2026 via our application portal, which will be available starting September 1.
Mahdieh Schmidt (Email)