The laboratory engineer is primarily responsible for the laboratory equipment of the Radiation and Hydrogen Technology Laboratory and the Radon Information Center and Reactor Simulator.

The internships carried out there are a key component in the professional qualification of graduates of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. However, students from other faculties of the HSZG and other universities are also supervised as part of student internships.

The diverse range of available experimental stations includes basic practical courses in hydrogen technology and radiation protection - for example on electrolysers and fuel cells - as well as the use of isotope sources and a neutron generator. In addition, various nuclear physics detection methods are taught, including gamma spectrometry, liquid scintillation counting (LSC) and neutron activation analysis. The course is supplemented by the use of specialized measurement technology to determine radon and thoron activity concentrations in room and soil air.

The work includes the following tasks in particular:

• Preparation, set-up, execution and follow-up of experiments including design and implementation of new practical experiments,
• Support of teaching activities and preparation of excursions,
• Supervision of the Radon Information Center,
• Technical and organizational support of laboratory equipment and inventory,
• Participation in student internships and student recruitment as well as support in the realization of research and development projects,
• taking on engineering tasks in the interests of the department as a whole and
• Performing the function of radiation protection officer (§ 43 StrlSchV).

The following knowledge and skills are required

• University degree (with at least a good grade) in the field of energy or electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, physics or a similar engineering or scientific discipline,
• Professional experience in relevant data processing and automation technology,
• Willingness and health suitability to handle radioactive substances in radiation protection areas,
• didactic skills,
• manual and experimental skills,
• structured, pragmatic and independent way of working,
• good IT, office and English skills,
• Ability to work in a team and strong communication skills, especially in dealing with people from outside the university of different age groups and university members of all status groups.

In addition, the following are desirable

• relevant professional experience, ideally professional experience and knowledge of radiation protection,

• didactic knowledge and experience in the field of science as well as in the creation of teaching and information materials and experimental procedures,

• knowledge of the university's business processes beyond teaching, e.g. in the procurement of equipment and services.

We expect from you

• a high level of interest in scientific tasks as well as experience in scientific work and the development of study programs and teaching content,
• a high level of communication skills and affinity in dealing with the target groups and
• Willingness to acquire specialist knowledge in radiation protection (§ 47 StrlSchV), if not already available.

We offer you

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