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20. July 2023

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

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 University of Applied Sciences Zittau/Görlitz, 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 as of 01.11.2023 as a

"Research assistant (m/f/d) - Keyword: RUBIN designer -

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.

The position includes the independent processing of research tasks in the above-mentioned project, in particular

  • Research and development in the field of new components and process technologies for natural fiber reinforced plastics and bioplastics,
  • Construction and design of components and structures made of natural fiber-reinforced plastics (NFRP),
  • Development and commissioning of systems and tools for processing NFRP,
  • 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,
  • fluency in written and spoken English.

 

In addition, the following are desirable

  • Practical experience
    • in process and plant development
    • in project management and research paper,
    • 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 first place of work is Zittau. The Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences strives for a balanced personnel structure and therefore welcomes applications from people of all genders. Persons with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration 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, degree and job references) by August 31, 2023 (incoming mail) by e-mail to:

(documents in pdf format only)

 

For the sake of the environment and your wallet, we would 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 queries, 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 Constructor -

Photo: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Sebastian Scholz
Prof. Dr.-Ing.
Sebastian Scholz
sebastian.scholz(at)hszg.de
Fraunhofer IWU
02763 Zittau
Th.-Körner-Allee 6
Building F II (Fraunhofer), Room 313
3RD FLOOR
+49 3583 54086 4009
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Heike Kallweit
H.Kallweit(at)hszg.de
Human Resources and Legal Division
02763 Zittau
Theodor-Körner-Allee 16
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