Research Assistent (m/f/d)

Division 3.6 - Electrochemical Energy Materials

To strengthen our team in the division “Electrochemical Energy Materials” in Berlin-Steglitz/Adlershof, starting as soon as possible, we are looking for a

Research Assistent (m/f/d) in the field of materials engineering, ceramics or comparable

Salary group E 13 TVöD
Temporary contract for 30 months
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:

Design and implementation of a test rig for operating high-temperature sodium batteries (research cells). This includes the following subtasks:

• Design of a securely sealable cell housing for application temperatures up to 300 °C
• Commissioning and coordination of the manufacture of the housings
• Design, procurement and commissioning of heating devices for operating the research cells at defined temperatures of 300 °C
• Manufacture of ceramic solid electrolytes as separators for the research cells, using a classic process chain involving dry pressing and milling, as well as an innovative approach using additive manufacturing (robocasting)
• Implementation of a process for assembling research cells by inserting the solid electrolyte and filling the cells, as well as for reliably sealing the cell housings
• Commissioning of the test rig by cyclically charging and discharging the constructed research cells at temperatures up to 300 °C
• Collaboration in scientific administration
• Collaboration in the preparation of scientific publications (peer-reviewed journal articles and conference papers) and in the acquisition of third-party funding
  

Your qualifications:

• Above-average degree (diploma/master's) in engineering or science in the field of materials engineering, ceramics or comparable
• Several years of experience in the practical application of ceramic manufacturing methods
• Experience in the field of additive manufacturing is an advantage
• Very good verbal and written communication skills in English; good German skills are an advantage
• Good presentation and publication skills
• Willingness to travel
• Good communication and information skills, goal-oriented and structured approach to work, initiative/commitment, ability to work in a team and willingness to cooperate as well as conceptual, strategic and innovative thinking skills

We offer:

• Varied tasks in a dynamic and future-oriented market at the interface between science, business and politics
• Opportunities for internal, interdisciplinary networking and participation in team events
• Scope for research and development for your own innovative ideas
• A responsible, interesting and varied job in a competent and collegial environment
• The opportunity to actively participate in the development of quality and safety standards

Your application:

We welcome applications via the online application form by 07.12.2025. Alternatively, you can also send your application by post, quoting the reference number 211/25-3.6 to:

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

Mr Fellinger will be glad to answer any specific questions you may have. Please get in touch via the telephone number +49 30 8104-3669 and/or by email to Tim-Patrick.Fellinger@bam.de as well as Mr Mieller via the telephone number 3504 and/or email to Bjoern.Mieller@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.