Research assistant (m/f/d)

Division 6.4 - Materials Informatics

To strengthen our team in the division 6.4 “Materials Informatics” in Berlin-Steglitz, starting 01.03.2026, we are looking for a

Research assistant (m/f/d) in the field of physics, chemistry, computer science, materials science or engineering

Salary group 13TVöD
Temporary contract until 30.06.2028

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:

This position offers you the unique opportunity to work at the interface between modern software concepts and innovative materials research as part of the FONDA joint project. Your task will be to develop and apply workflow solutions within a digital development environment that enable the following:

• user-friendly handling of data analysis workflows that reproducibly link raw data with the prediction of figures, diagrams and reports
• the execution of multiscale material simulations with the aim of understanding mechanisms in materials
• the management of interactions between different workflows that, e.g., describe processes on different scales
• the semantic description of digital processes based on domain-specific ontologies
• the integration of AI methods for controlling and executing workflows
• collaboration with various stakeholders from the FONDA project community

Your qualifications:

• Completed scientific university degree (diploma/master's) in computer science, physics, chemistry, materials science or engineering
• Doctorate, preferably with a ‘good’ grade
• Solid knowledge of (research) data management, workflow systems and their user interfaces
• Experience in the use of AI methods, including large language models
• Very good knowledge of a programming language (e.g. Python, C++)
• Knowledge of the use of semantic concepts is an advantage
• Experience in the simulation of materials science processes is an advantage
• Publications on the above-mentioned areas in scientific journals
• Very good verbal and written communication skills in English or German
• Good communication and information skills, initiative/commitment and ability to take action, decision-making skills and ability, ability to work in a team and willingness to cooperate, as well as flexibility

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
• Varied tasks in a dynamic and future-oriented market at the interface between science, business and politics
• 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
• 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 16.02.2026. Alternatively, you can also send your application by post, quoting the reference number 02/26-6.4 to:

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

Mr Hickel will be glad to answer any specific questions you may have. Please get in touch via the telephone number +49 30 8104-1640 and/or by email to tilmann.hickel@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.