Unless specified differently, to apply for a phd position at our chair, please send the following documents to Dominique Unruh:

  • A letter of motivation including how exactly you see your connection to the project or to our chair.
  • Indicate clearly which position you are applying to (if applicable).
  • Curriculum vitae (please explain your scientific background).
  • List of publications, if any.
  • A short research plan (e.g. 1–2 pages). It is understood that this is preliminary and mainly to see what your ideas are.
  • A summary explaining your master thesis/thesis project (and possible connections to the position).
  • At least two letters of reference (please ask for the letters to be sent directly to us).
  • Masters degree (if you do not have it yet, provide whatever confirmation you can get).
  • Transcript of records.

All documents (except the recommendation letters) should be formatted as a single pdf-file. Send your application by email to phd.application.gbg2hq@rwth.unruh.de. Enquiries can also be directed to this e-mail address.