Student assistant »Battery and electrode development«

As one of 76 institutes and research facilities of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, the leading organization for applied research in Europe, we show how to not only master crises, but grow from them. Pushing boundaries. Always trying something new. Not just thinking, but thinking ahead. We turn research into the future.

We want an earth that is worth living on. With our applied research on Circular Economy, Carbon Management, Green Hydrogen and Local Energy Systems, we make concrete contributions to achieving the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Our employees conduct research in the areas of energy, environment, safety, health, communication and mobility.

The availability of resource-efficient and sustainable stationary electricity storage systems is a key pillar for the success of the energy and raw materials transition. One focus of applied research in the “Electrochemical Energy Storage” department is therefore on the new and further development of flow and non-flow battery systems. The activities within the scope of the advertised position include the preparation of samples, the performance of measurements and the evaluation of measurement data as well as general auxiliary activities in the laboratory.

What you will do

Production of battery electrodes using various processes (hot pressing, doctoring, galvanic deposition)

Carrying out and evaluating electrochemical measurements

Work on the general infrastructure in the laboratory

What you bring to the table

• Studies in process engineering or chemistry
• Ability to work independently
• Proactive and willing to develop ideas

What you can expect

As part of a dynamic team, you actively drive sustainable solutions for a resource-efficient future

Opportunity to combine your knowledge from your studies with practical experience at the interface between business and science and to integrate your own ideas

New Work, diversity and cooperative interaction are important components of our strategic orientation

Flexible working hours - we know that your studies come first

Flexible work locations that fit your studies - mobile work and on-site work are combined as needed

Intense support for the preparation of your final thesis

Health and mindfulness programs for good balance

You can find even more attractive benefits here :

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.

The weekly working time is 8 - 12 hours. The position is limited to 12 months.

Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!

We would like to point out that applications are only accepted via our career portal. For data protection reasons, we cannot accept applications by email.  Please submit at least the following documents :

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding this position :

Marvin Kosin

Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT

Requisition Number : 78014