Postdoctoral research assistant (m/f/d)

Division 8.5 - X-ray Imaging

To strengthen our team in the division “X-Ray Imaging” in Berlin-Steglitz, starting as soon as possible, we are looking for a

Postdoctoral research assistant (m/f/d) in the field of physics or similar

Salary group 13 TVöD
Temporary contract until 31.03.2029
Full-time/suitable as part-time employment

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 chemistry and process engineering.

We are looking for talented people to join us.

Your responsibilities include:

• Processing tasks within the framework of the BMWE-funded LuFo project “Sonrisa”
• Work package management “AP3.2 Workflow development for zone-based CT analysis”
• Implementation and evaluation of computed tomography measurements on several laboratory micro-computer tomography systems in division 8.5
• Support in the maintenance of the laboratory micro-computer tomography systems in division 8.5
• Planning, performing, and evaluating in-situ/4D computed tomography experiments
• Developing software for the quantitative evaluation of various image data sets (algorithms for detecting volume changes and the morphology of particles, cracks, etc.)
• Active participation in project meetings
• Active participation in the BAM topic area of materials
• Acquisition and processing of research projects
• Supervision of master's theses, doctoral students, and technical staff
• Cooperation with internal and external research groups as well as with industrial partners
• Detailed scientific documentation of results through technical articles, presentations at national and international conferences, publications, reports

Your qualifications:

• Successfully completed university degree in physics or a comparable subject with a doctorate
• In-depth knowledge and experience in computer tomography and experimental imaging techniques, demonstrated by publications, scientific documentation, and active participation in conferences
• In-depth experience and knowledge in digital image processing and analysis
• Solid experience in other material characterization techniques
• Experience in the design and implementation of experimental setups and instrumentation, in particular in-situ computer tomography
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages relevant to the task (e.g., Python, Matlab, Labview, C++)
• Experience in programming and training your own AI-based models for image segmentation or image compression, as demonstrated by Git repositories
• Experience in supervising students and young scientists
• Good knowledge of materials science
• Very good knowledge of English or German (spoken and written)
• Good communication skills, both verbal (e.g., demonstrated by presentations at international conferences) and written (ability to publish scientific articles and reports)
• Initiative/commitment and ability to take action, decision-making skills and ability, teamwork and cooperation skills, as well as conceptual, strategic, and innovative thinking skills

We offer:

• A varied and challenging job within a high-caliber network from politics, science, business and society
• Work in national and international networks with universities, research institutions and industrial companies
• Scope for research and development for your own innovative ideas
• The opportunity to actively participate in the development of quality and safety standards
• Good work-life balance (possibility of mobile working [up to 60%], flexible working hours, 30 days of vacation and up to 12 days of compensatory time off per year as well as part-time options)

Your application:

We welcome applications via the online application form by 26.10.2025. Alternatively, you can also send your application by post, quoting the reference number174/25-8.5 to:

Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung
Referat Z.3 - Personal
Unter den Eichen 87
12205 Berlin
GERMANY
www.bam.de

Dr. Ulbricht will be glad to answer any specific questions you may have. Please get in touch via the telephone number +49 30 8104-4140 and/or by email to alexander.ulbricht@bam.de.

BAM promotes professional equality between women and men. We therefore particularly welcome applications from women. At the same time, we strive to reflect social diversity. Every application is therefore welcome, regardless of gender, cultural or social background, religion, ideology or sexual identity.

In addition, BAM has set itself the goal of promoting the professional participation of people with severe disabilities. The fulfillment of the job requirements is considered on an individual basis. Severely disabled persons or persons of equal status will be given preferential consideration if they are equally qualified.

The advertised position requires a low level of physical aptitude.