Research assistant (m/f/d) in the field of civil engineering, materials science or comparable

Research assistant (m/f/d) in the field of civil engineering, materials science or comparable
Research assistant (m/f/d) in the field of civil engineering, materials science or comparable

Published	Deadline	Location
today	21 Oct	Berlin

We are looking for talented people to join us.
Job description

To strengthen our team in the division 7.1 "Building Materials" in Berlin-Steglitz, starting 01.11.2022, we are looking for a research assistant (m/f/d) in the field of civil engineering, materials science or comparable.

Your responsibilities include:

Research assistant for conducting the research project: "Functionalization of surfaces 2.0: Building facades covered by algal biofilms for improving air quality and urban climate" (AbifFa):

• Conception and planning of experiments
• Manufacturing of concrete samples
• Design of weathering experiments including irrigation technology
• Analysis and interpretation of data
• Writing of reports and scientific publications
• Presentation of the results at conferences

Specifications

• max. 40 hours per week
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Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (BAM)

Requirements

Your qualifications:

• Successfully completed scientific university studies (diploma or master's degree) in civil engineering, materials science or comparable
• Focus on cementitious materials and corresponding methods of mechanical testing and analysis
• Experience in concrete production
• Knowledge of chemical and mineralogical methods (polarization microscopy, SEM, TEM, XRD, DTA) are desired
• Very good knowledge of professional and technical English
• Knowledge of German is desired
• Interest in interdisciplinary work
• Good communication and information behaviour, goal-oriented and structured way of working
• Ability to work in a team/willingness to cooperate, initiative/commitment
• Conceptual, strategic and innovative thinking skills

Conditions of employment

Fixed-term contract: Temporary contract until 31.01.2024.

We offer:

• Interdisciplinary research at the interface of politics, economics and society
• Work in national and international networks with universities, research institutes and industrial companies
• Outstanding facilities and infrastructure
• Flexible working hours and mobile working

Employer
Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und ‑prüfung (BAM)

The Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und ‑prüfung (BAM) is a materials research organization in Germany. Our mission is to ensure safety in technology and chemistry. We perform research and testing in materials science, materials engineering and chemistry to improve the safety of products and processes. At BAM we do research that matters. Our work covers a broad array of topics in the focus areas of energy, infrastructure, environment, materials, and analytical sciences.

 

Additional information

Dr. von Werder will be glad to answer any specific questions you may have. Please get in touch via the telephone number +49 30 8104-1713 and/or by email to [email protected] .

BAM pursues the goal of professional equality between women and men. We therefore particularly welcome applications from women. In addition, BAM supports the integration of severely disabled persons and therefore especially welcomes their applications. With regard to the fulfilment of the job advertisement requirements, the application documents are examined individually. Recognised severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration if they are equally suitable.

 

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