Sustainability manager Jobs in Sulzbach

Thesis - Smart Quality (m / f / d)

Thesis / final thesis : Conception and creation of a key performance indicator system for evaluating the recyclability of materials

Your options in the Smart Quality Lab

The aim of this thesis is to a) design and b) develop a material evaluation system in terms of recyclability. Thematically, this thesis is in the area of ​​the digital product passport, which will be mandatory for all products across the EU in the future and is considered a core element of the circular economy. As part of a research project, we analyze and optimize the material composition of a product with regard to its recyclability and, on this basis, create a digital sustainability passport as transparent proof of the product's recyclability. Against this background, this thesis first identifies the parameters relevant to the recyclability of a material (. theoretical chemical suitability for recycling, contaminating additives, sortability, reusability, and then develops an evaluation scheme (quantitative key figure system). For this purpose, the scientific state of the art in the area of ​​material recycling must be viewed and taken into account. Building on this, the relevant parameters must finally be developed for the materials used in the product (research & interviews with recycling companies) in order to validate and fill the evaluation system developed.

You have the opportunity to work on the topic we suggested above in the area of ​​Smart Quality or to develop a new idea for a bachelor's or master's thesis together with us. We are also always open to your own ideas for theses in our subject areas.

You will be supported by our interdisciplinary and international team and will gain insights into the application-oriented research at the August Wilhelm Scheer Institute.

That awaits you

• An innovative environment with a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development : With us, you learn to take on responsibility early on and collect important skills for your future career
• Challenging, forward-looking projects and innovative topics in interesting industries
• Diverse design options and space for creativity and testing your own ideas
• Working in a motivated and dynamic team in an institute with a start-up character and flat hierarchies
• Flexible working hours, possibility for mobile work and many other benefits

Who we are

At the August-Wilhelm Scheer Institute, bright minds from different backgrounds come together to jointly develop digital innovations and business models of tomorrow. Our vision : We put research on the road. That's why we work on innovative, meaningful and sustainable technologies and business models in close cooperation with the users. At the interface between research and practice, we think ahead to the digital solutions of the future. And that is exactly where there is room for you and your ideas. Our motto : strengthen strengths. Our competence : developing potential. And that's why we're looking for you!  We like it individual, interdisciplinary and innovative. Together we will put your talent in the right place.

Do you want to become a future designer? Then become part of our team!

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