Doctoral research studentshipAstrophysics

ESO Studentship Programme Europe 2026/2027

European Southern Observatory

Garching, Germany

Stored deadline: Oct 20, 2026

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Job Description

An ESO studentship in Garching, Germany supports six months to two years of research within an existing doctoral programme in astronomy or a related field. Applicants develop the project jointly with an ESO supervisor and their home-institute supervisor. The October round closes on 20 October 2026, including reference letters, and normally leads to a start between March and August 2027. The home institution must confirm enrolment, existing funding arrangements and support for the remainder of the doctorate where required.

Requirements

  • Enrolled in a PhD programme in astronomy or a related scientific field. A project agreed with ESO and home-institute supervisors
  • two references and home-institution confirmation are required. No nationality is excluded in principle
  • ESO recruitment preferences apply.

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