Talents Community - Technician (m/f/d) at HIPOLE Jena

Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institute in Germany seeks a Technician to join their Talents Community in Jena. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing battery materials, assembling various types of battery cells, and conducting physical and electrochemical characterizations. A vocational qualification and experience in battery technology are essential. Strong teamwork and communication skills are important for this interdisciplinary, international role.

Qualifikationen

• Completed vocational training as a technical assistant or comparable professional qualification.
• Proven experience in the assembly and characterization of battery cells.
• Very good knowledge of electrochemistry.

Aufgaben

• Process battery materials and assemble various battery cell types.
• Characterize battery materials and cells using impedance spectroscopy.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and contribute to method development.

Kenntnisse

Assembly of battery cells

Electrochemical characterization

Technical understanding

Computer skills

English proficiency

Ausbildung

Vocational training as technical assistant (CTA/PTA)

Jobbeschreibung

Work group

HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE)

Area of research

Technik

Job description

Reference No. HI 2025/11

The Helmholtz Institute HIPOLE: Helmholtz-Institute for Polymers in Energy Applications Jena (HI-POLE) is looking for

Talents Community - Technician (m/f/d) at HIPOLE Jena

Your Tasks

• Processing of battery materials (e.g., preparation of electrodes) as well as assembly of various battery cell types and systems (e.g., coin cells, Swagelok cells, pouch cells, redox-flow cells)
• Physical and electrochemical characterization of battery materials and cells, e.g., via impedance spectroscopy, cyclic voltammetry, and charge/discharge experiments
• Responsibility for support and maintenance of laboratory equipment and technical devices
• Contribution to method development for characterization
• Support in the procurement and setup of equipment, including consumables
• Responsibility for general order and cleanliness in the laboratory

Your Profile

• Completed vocational training as a technical assistant (CTA/PTA) or a comparable professional qualification
• Proven experience in the assembly and characterization of battery cells
• Very good knowledge of electrochemistry
• Strong technical understanding and willingness to familiarize with new topics
• General computer skills, including Windows and Office
• Good written and spoken English skills

You demonstrate a high level of motivation, initiative, and willingness to engage with a wide range of tasks. You are characterized by strong teamwork skills, reliability, independence, and good communication abilities. You enjoy working in an interdisciplinary, international team within a diverse and dynamic environment.

Further Information

Anne Kürschner

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Closing Date: 31.07.2026