Research assistant in hydrogen storage technology and systems (with doctoral option)

Research assistant in hydrogen storage technology and systems (with doctoral option)

• The “Hydrogen Storage Technology and Systems” working group develops sorption materials such as metal hydrides, composite materials and hydride-containing pastes (“POWERPASTE”). The innovations from materials science are accompanied through to application.
• Scaling of hydrolysis reactors, in-situ diagnostics and condition detection
• Reaction paths of the reactants, safety assessment and measures for the safe reaction control of hydrolysis reactors
• Scale-up for the production of POWERPASTE and recycling of reaction products
• The doctoral network forms the framework for a structured doctoral program, for example with the following elements:

• Completed scientific university degree in materials science, process engineering or related disciplines
• Knowledge of reaction engineering and an understanding of multiphase reactions and fluid dynamics
• Ideally know-how in simulation, modeling and programming, for example with PYTHON, as well as experience in research and development
• Willingness to travel domestically and abroad, routine with MS Office and very good written and spoken German and English
• You are a team player personality, have strong organizational and communication skills, are motivated to familiarize yourself with new topics, show a high degree of initiative and assertiveness, work precisely and are confident in presenting results in German and English

• Support network through supervising university lecturer, co-supervisor from a partner institution and day-to-day supervisor
• Career development plan and training concept
• Exchange through secondments, publications and transfer
• Structured doctoral program with six doctoral candidates and excellent supervision situation
• Application of classic methods such as simulation and modeling as well as modern technology such as machine learning, AI and neural networks
• Collaboration with an international and interdisciplinary team
• Room for independent work and creative co-design
• Extensive qualification measures to expand professional knowledge, qualifications and personal soft skills
• Company pension scheme
• Flexible working time models and support services to reconcile work and leisure time

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft ( www.fraunhofer.de ) currently operates 76 institutes and research facilities in Germany and is one of the leading organizations for application-oriented research. Around 32,000 employees work on the annual research volume of 3.4 billion euros.
The Dresden branch of the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials IFAM, which currently has around 120 employees, specializes in the research and development of functional materials and manufacturing processes.

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft plays a central role in the innovation process by focusing on key technologies relevant to the future and on the utilization of the results in business and industry. As a trailblazer and driving force for innovative developments and scientific excellence, it helps to shape our society and our future.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact
Dr.-Ing. Felix Heubner
Phone: +49 351 2537-570
Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials IFAM, Dresden Branch
Www.ifam.fraunhofer.de/en/Ueberuns/Standorte/Dresden.html