Browse Positions
The Find Positions page enables doctoral applicants to explore available opportunities, evaluate position details, and submit applications through an intuitive interface designed for effective job matching.
🔍 Find Positions - Discovery Hub
This is the primary entry point for discovering doctorate opportunities.
- Displays available positions as organized job cards in a responsive grid layout
- Shows essential information at a glance: title, field of studies, location, supervisor, workload, and start date
- Features timeline indicators displaying the time remaining until the application deadline
- Includes pagination controls for browsing through extensive position listings
- Direct access to detailed information and application submission
Position Card Information:
- Relative Deadline: Time left until application closes (e.g., "3 days left to apply")
- Position Title: Clear job descriptions (e.g., "EdTech Interface Designer", "Carbon Capture Researcher")
- Field of Studies: Academic discipline classification
- Location: TUM Campus Location (Garching, Heilbronn, Straubing)
- Supervisor: Professor who supervises the position
- Workload: Time commitment given in hours / week
- Start Date: Estimated Start Date of Position
📋 Job Details
Used for in-depth evaluation of individual positions before applying.
- Displays complete position information in a structured format
- Features research group information with contact details and website links
- Includes comprehensive data protection information for GDPR compliance
- Provides direct application access and easy navigation back to position browsing
Detailed Information Sections:
- Position Overview: Field of studies, research area, workload, contract duration, funding type, start date, application deadline (if given), creation date and date of last modification
- Research Group Details: Short description, Contact information, website, physical address
- Position Details:
- Project Description: Comprehensive description of the project
- Eligibility Criteria: Qualifications and prerequisites for applicants
- Tasks & Responsibilities: Tasks associated with the position
- Data Protection: GDPR compliance and privacy information
This module streamlines the position discovery and application process, enabling applicants to make informed decisions about their doctoral career opportunities before applying.
⚙️ Steps for Discovering Positions
Below listed are the key steps for browsing and applying to positions.
🔍 Step 1: Discovering Available Positions
Goal: Browse all available doctorate positions and identify opportunities of interest.
Steps:
- Navigate to the Find Positions page from the main menu
- Browse positions displayed as job cards
- Use pagination controls to view additional positions
- Note the relative application deadlines to prioritize opportunities that are near closing
- Click "View" on any position card to access detailed information
📖 Step 2: Evaluating Position Details
Goal: Thoroughly review position details, research group details, and application criteria.
Steps:
- From any job card, click "View" to access the Job Details Page
- Review Position Overview section
- Examine Research Group details
- Go through Position Details:
- Comprehensive project description
- Key tasks and responsibilities
- Specific eligibility criteria
- Review Data Protection Information for application privacy details
- Use "Back" button to return to position browsing for comparison
📝 Step 3: Applying for Positions
Goal: Submit applications for suitable positions with all required information.
Steps:
- After reviewing position details on the Job Details Page
- Ensure you meet all listed qualifications listed in the Eligibility Criteria section
- Prepare necessary application materials (CV, recommendation letters, bachelor & master transcripts)
- Click the "Apply" button to initiate the application process
- Complete the application form with required information