Doctoral candidate (m/f/d) in the field of physics, materials science, mechanical engineering, [...]

BAM Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A prestigious materials research organization in Germany seeks a Doctoral candidate (m/f/d) in the field of physics, materials science, or mechanical engineering. This position involves conducting research on ceramic materials and X-ray imaging techniques, with an aim to obtain a doctorate. The candidate will work with state-of-the-art equipment and collaborate with national and international project partners. Excellent English and some German proficiency are required. A full-time temporary contract for 36 months is offered, starting on 1 Apr 2026.

Leistungen

Attractive working environment

Opportunities for interdisciplinary networking

Participation in team events

Access to modern scientific equipment

Qualifikationen

• PhD positions available in materials science, physics, or mechanical engineering.
• Need for detailed knowledge in ceramic materials and X-ray imaging techniques.
• Experience or knowledge in conducting experiments and analyzing data is crucial.

Aufgaben

• Conduct measurements on ceramic composite materials using laboratory and synchrotron radiation sources.
• Perform electron microscopic measurements.
• Collaborate with project partners and supervise students.

Kenntnisse

In-depth knowledge of ceramic materials science

Knowledge of X-ray imaging techniques

Ability to design and adapt existing experimental apparatus

Basic knowledge of programming and software skills

Very good written and spoken English

Good written and spoken German

Good communication and information skills

Initiative, commitment and ability to work in a team

Ausbildung

Completed university degree in physics, materials science, mechanical engineering, or similar

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company BAM Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung Department 8.5 X-ray imaging Research Field Engineering » Materials engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 4 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 1 Apr 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

To strengthen our team in the division “X-Ray Imaging” in Berlin-Steglitz, starting 01.04.2026, we are looking for a

Doctoral candidate (m/f/d) in the field of physics, materials science, mechanical engineering, or similar

Salary group E13 TVöD
Temporary contract for 36 months
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.

• Completed university degree in physics, materials science, mechanical engineering, or similar
• In-depth knowledge of ceramic materials science
• Knowledge of X‑ray imaging techniques: conducting experiments and image processing
• Knowledge of wide‑angle X‑ray diffraction of crystalline materials and the evaluation of residual stresses: conducting experiments and analyzing WAXD patterns
• The ability to design and adapt existing experimental apparatus is an advantage
• Basic knowledge of programming, software skills (image processing and diffraction data analysis)
• Very good written and spoken English
• Good written and spoken German is an advantage
• Good communication and information skills, initiative/commitment and ability, ability to work in a team and willingness to cooperate, willingness to learn, and conceptual, strategic, and innovative thinking skills

• Working on the work packages of the DFG project ImPatienCe (ductile ceramics for patient‑specific implants) with the aim of obtaining a doctorate
• Carrying out measurements on ceramic composite materials using laboratory X‑ray sources and synchrotron radiation sources: spatially resolved X‑ray refraction, computer tomography, and X‑ray/neutron diffraction
• Performing electron microscopic measurements (SEM, TEM, EBSD)
• Further development of existing in‑situ loading device (X‑ray refraction)
• Quantitative data evaluation and consolidation of the results of all methods
• Collaboration with national and international project partners, proactive collaboration with colleagues within and outside BAM
• Written and oral scientific communication (participation in conferences, preparation of reports and scientific publications, documentation of project results, preparation of a dissertation)
• Supervision of students

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Languages GERMAN Level Basic

Research Field Engineering » Materials engineering Years of Research Experience None

Additional Information

• Work in national and international networks with universities, research institutions, and industrial companies
• Diverse tasks in a dynamic and future‑oriented market at the interface between science, business, and politics
• Attractive and modern working environment with excellent infrastructure and state‑of‑the‑art scientific equipment (laboratories, etc.)
• Opportunities for internal, interdisciplinary networking and participation in team events
• A research and development environment that encourages innovative ideas
• A responsible, interesting, and varied role in a competent and collegial environment

Selection process

We welcome applications via the online application form by 04.01.2026. Alternatively, you can also send your application by post, quoting the reference number 244/25-8.5 to:

Additional comments

Dr. Serrano Munoz will be glad to answer any specific questions you may have. Please get in touch via the telephone number [phone] and/or by email to [e-mail] .