Research assistant (m/f/d)

Division 4.5 - Analysis of Artefacts and Cultural Assets

To strengthen our team in the division “Analysis of Artefacts and Cultural Assets” in Berlin-Steglitz, starting as soon as possible, we are looking for a

Research assistant (m/f/d) in the field of chemistry, Environmental Science and Technology or comparable

Remuneration group 13 TVöD
Fixed-term contract until 30.04.2028
Full-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:

Scientific processing of the ZIM project “Real-time artifact tracking and monitoring for cultural heritage.” The aim of the project is to develop a museum display case that optimally protects art and cultural assets from harmful environmental influences. A novel test procedure is to be developed that precisely and quickly simulates and evaluates realistic emission conditions inside display cases. In detail:

• Technical implementation of the generation of test gas atmospheres
• Setup and monitoring of a test bench for testing the test procedure under varying test conditions (temperature, relative humidity, duration, air exchange rate, and flow velocity)
• Evaluation, documentation, and reporting
• Preparation of publications

Your qualifications:

• Successfully completed university degree in chemistry, Environmental Science and Technology, or a comparable field
• Doctorate is desirable
• Very good technical knowledge in the field of active and passive sampling and analysis of airborne volatile organic compounds (VVOC, VOC, SVOC) using GC/MS with thermal desorption IC and HPLC analysis
• Good knowledge of and practical experience with methods for generating test gas mixtures, e.g., from the ISO 6145 series
• Knowledge of sampling in display cases with low air exchange rates
• Good knowledge of the validation of measurement methods
• Experience in the independent processing of third-party funded projects
• Very good command of written and spoken German and English
• Very good presentation and publication skills
• Good communication and information skills, goal-oriented and structured approach to work, initiative/commitment, ability to work in a team and cooperate, 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
• Attractive and modern working environment with excellent infrastructure and state-of-the-art scientific equipment (laboratories, etc.)
• 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)
• An open welcoming culture, a certified family-friendly working environment, regular feedback meetings and competent contact persons, sustainability [including a subsidy for a job ticket]

Your application:

We welcome applications via the online application form by 21.11.2025. Alternatively, you can also send your application by post, quoting the reference number 190/25-4.5 to:

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

Dr. Horn will be glad to answer any specific questions you may have. Please get in touch via the telephone number +49 30 8104-1426 and/or by email to Wolfgang.Horn@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 level of physical aptitude.