20. July 2023

Research Associate (m/f/d) - Keyword: RUBIN Materials -

Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering; BMBF-funded project ":Enviroplast - Development of novel thermoset semi-finished products from regional agricultural residues" - RUBIN | Application deadline 31.08.2023

At the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, within the framework of the BMBF-funded project ":Enviroplast - Development of novel thermoset semi-finished products from regional agricultural residues" - RUBIN  - subject to the provision of funds, a position (40 hours/week) is available from 01.11.2023 as

 "Research Associate (m/f/d) - Keyword: RUBIN Materials -

to be filled for a limited period until 31.10.2026.

The aim of the above-mentioned project is to make a scientific contribution to a clean, decarbonized future based on sustainable technical plastic parts.

As part of the development and implementation of the research and development field of the Chair of Pedagogy, in particular educational and counseling processes in nursing, the position includes the following work tasks:

  • The job includes the independent processing of research tasks in the above-mentioned project, in particular:

  • Research in the field of biocomposites,

  • Coordination and implementation of scientific experiments with CO2-negative plastic composites using biogenic residues,

  • Development and analysis of plastic compounds with residue-based natural fibers and fillers,
  • Research and development in the field of new process technologies for natural fiber-reinforced plastics,
  • Close collaboration with cooperation partners from industry and science,
  • Attendance at international specialist events (trade fairs, conferences, etc.) for scientific exchange and publication of research results.

 

The following knowledge and skills are required

  • Completed scientific university degree in mechanical engineering, process engineering, materials engineering or comparable,
  • business fluent written and spoken English.

 

In addition, the followingare desirable

  • Practical experience
    • in materials analysis and materials science (composite materials with thermoplastic or thermoset matrix),
    • in project management and research work,
    • in the preparation of scientific papers, documentation and presentation of research results,
    • in the acquisition of projects and
    • In the guidance of team members.

 

We expect from you

  • a high degree of reliability,
  • ability to work in a team,
  • interest in professional and scientific exchange,
  • an independent and goal-oriented way of working,
  • innovative strength and open-mindedness for interdisciplinary tasks as well as
  • Willingness to undertake business trips.

 

We offer you

  • an interesting and challenging field of activity,
  • flexible and family-friendly working hours within the framework of the applicable service agreement and part-time opportunities,
  • personal and professional development opportunities through targeted further and advanced training,
  • attractive social benefits (company pension scheme, annual special payment, capital-forming benefits),
  • company health management with offers for workplace health promotion and the opportunity to use a job ticket.
Further information

If the personal requirements are met, remuneration will be paid up to pay group 13 TV-L.  The 1st place of work is Zittau.  The Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences strives for a balanced personnel structure and therefore welcomes applications from persons of all genders. Persons with severe disabilities will be given preference if they have the same professional qualifications. Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences has set itself the goal of increasing the proportion of women in teaching and research and therefore expressly encourages women to apply.

Have we sparked your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your detailed application (including cover letter, CV, certificates and references) by e-mail by 31.08.2023 (incoming mail) to

(documents in pdf format only)

 

For the sake of the environment and your wallet, we would like to ask you to refrain from sending applications by post if possible. It is not possible to return application documents. We ask for your understanding that costs incurred during the selection process cannot be reimbursed.

If you have any technical questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Sebastian Scholz (Tel.: 03583/612-4832; e-mail: .  Further information can be found at www.hszg.de.

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Research Associate (m/f/d) - Keyword: RUBIN Materials -

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