To strengthen our team in the division “Sensors, Measurement and Testing Methods” in Berlin-Steglitz, starting as soon as possible, we are looking for a

Research assistant (m/f/d) in the field of chemistry with a focus on analytics / sensor technology, applied physics, or similar

Salary group E13 TVöD
Temporary contract until 31.07.2028
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:

Collaboration in an EMPIR project on the metrology of hydrogen vehicles
Working on gas measurement tasks in a real-world laboratory
Development and validation of integrated measurement technology in the field of hydrogen mobility
Development of sensor-based methods and online monitoring methods for detecting contaminants in hydrogen
Broadening knowledge about contaminants in hydrogen and development of quality assurance procedures
Development of sampling strategies in accordance with ISO 19880-9
Independent performance of experiments with gas measurement technology and data collection and analysis using Origin, KNIME, and/or Python
Writing project reports in English
Writing manuscripts for publications
Supervision of students

Your qualifications:

Successfully completed university degree in chemistry with a focus on analytics/sensor technology, applied physics, or similar
Experience in setting up experiments and independently conducting experiments with gas measurement technology, data acquisition, and analysis with Origin, KNIME, or Python
Experience in evaluating experiments
Very good communication skills in German and English (at least B2)
Experience in writing project reports in English
Experimental skills
Experience in supervising students is desirable
Good communication and information skills, goal-oriented and structured approach to work, initiative/commitment and ability to work independently, ability to work in a team and cooperate with others, as well as conceptual, strategic, and innovative thinking skills

We offer:

Work in national and international networks with universities, research institutions, and industrial companies
Attractive and modern working environment with excellent infrastructure and state-of-the-art scientific equipment (laboratories, etc.)
Research and development scope for your own innovative ideas
Good work-life balance (option 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 17.12.2025. Alternatively, you can also send your application by post, quoting the reference number 240/25-8.1 to:
Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung
Referat Z.3 - Personal
Unter den Eichen 87
12205 Berlin
GERMANY
www.bam.de
Dr. Tiebe will be glad to answer any specific questions you may have. Please get in touch via the telephone number +49 30 8104-4518 and/or by e-mail to carlo.tiebe@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.

BAM actively supports the compatibility of work and family and has been certified as a family- and life-phase-conscious employer by the “audit berufundfamilie” since 2015.

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Verfügbar ab

05.12.2025
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1 Freie Stelle
Verfügbar bis

05.03.2026
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10178 Berlin
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