Research assistant (m/f/d) in the field of natural or material sciences, computer science, indust...

Job Description

To strengthen our team in the division 6.4 «Material informatics» in Berlin-Steglitz, starting 01.07.2025, we are looking for a Research assistant (m/f/d) in the field of natural or material sciences, computer science, industrial engineering, media sciences or a related subject.

Salary group 13TVöD. Temporary contract until 30.09.2028. 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:

1. The MaterialDigital (PMD) platform supports industry and science in the digitalization of materials. The aim is to establish a digital infrastructure for innovative projects and an integrated virtual material data room.
2. The position is located at the interface of interoperable software solutions and modern materials research. The resulting synergies will lead to the development of new materials, their targeted optimization, and more efficient production processes.
3. Your tasks include participation in the further development of the BMFTR-funded MaterialDigital (PMD) platform, especially in knowledge transfer, networking, and public relations.
4. Participation in the development of digital concepts and creation of target group-oriented information materials.
5. Co-development of scalable strategies and communication processes to involve the community.
6. Expansion and further development of sustainable knowledge transfer structures and documentation systems.
7. Support in networking and establishing cooperation with stakeholders from materials science, materials engineering, and industry.

Your qualifications:

• Completed scientific university degree (diploma/master's) in natural or material sciences, computer science, industrial engineering, media sciences, or a related subject.
• Experience in scientific and project work, ideally in materials science.
• Interest in knowledge transfer with practical experience in this area.
• Knowledge of research coordination and science management.
• Basic knowledge of research data management (desirable).
• Experience in scientific networking, public relations, and communication at the science-politics-industry interface (advantage).
• Excellent communication skills in German or English, with willingness to travel.
• Structured, goal-oriented work approach, initiative, teamwork, and cooperation skills.

We offer:

• A varied and challenging job within a high-caliber network from politics, science, business, and society.
• Work in international networks with universities, research institutions, and industry.
• Tasks in a dynamic, future-oriented market at the interface of science, business, and politics.
• Responsible, interesting, and diverse work in a competent, collegial environment.
• Opportunity to participate in developing quality and safety standards.
• Good work-life balance (up to 60% mobile work, flexible hours, 30 days vacation, up to 12 days of additional time off, part-time options).

Your application:

We welcome applications via the online form by 01.07.2025. Alternatively, send your application by post, quoting reference 88/25-6.4, to:

Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (BAM)
Referat Z.3 - Personal
Unter den Eichen 87
12205 Berlin, GERMANY
www.bam.de

For questions, contact Mr. Hickel at +49 30 8104-1640 or tilmann.hickel@bam.de.

BAM promotes equality and diversity and especially encourages applications from women and people with disabilities.