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GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre & CAU Ocean Sciences Doctoral Fellowship (TV-L E13)

Doctoral research appointment at GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre investigating Atlantic meridional overturning circulation (AMOC), ocean deoxygenation, and marine methane hydrates.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master of Science in Oceanography, Marine Geosciences, Meteorology, or Climate Physics with honors
English language proficiency: English C1 (IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Master's thesis on ocean circulation, biogeochemical cycles, or marine geophysics
Recommendation letters: Two academic referee letters from university professors

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: 100% TV-L E13 salaried contract (€50,000–€56,000 gross/year) for 3 years
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0 (tuition-free German higher education)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: November 20, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Kiel documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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