Junior Scientist (f/m/d) for Advanced In-Operando WAAM Material and Process Characterisation (i[...]

At the LKR Leichtmetallkompetenzzentrum Ranshofen, we are leaders in the development of sustainable materials and processing technologies. We are the primary contact in this field for industry partners in the automotive, aerospace, space, and rail vehicle sectors within the EU. In particular, advanced manufacturing technologies such as wire-based additive manufacturing require intensive further development due to their intrinsic and unique complexities. Therefore, both materials and processing technologies need to be advanced equally.

For our multidisciplinary team located in Ranshofen, we offer a position that includes the completion of a PhD thesis.

You will carry out research work and process analyses in the field of additive material technologies of light metals using advanced characterisation methods, in particular high-energy X-ray diffraction methods. The focus will lie on process characterisation, microstructure analysis using inoperando diffraction methods.

• You work on a focused, industry-relevant fundamental research field in process and material characterisation, becoming an internationally recognised expert in wire-based additive manufacturing.
• You support project management in national and international collaboration projects and work with project partners from small, medium, and large-scale industries.
• You independently plan, conduct, and evaluate scientific experiments, process results, and summarise findings for documentation and presentation.
• With your acquired expertise and know-how, you contribute to securing further research projects.
• You publish your research results both as part of a team and as a first author in scientific journals and participate in international conferences.
• You supervise interns or master’s students in your field of research.
• You independently develop solutions to previously unanswered research questions.
• You actively contribute your network and perspectives on challenges to projects.

• Completed master's studies in materials science, physics, metallurgy, mineralogy, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Expertise in developing test plans for process and material investigations, as well as a solid understanding of materials science.
• Experience in characterisation methods, particularly diffraction techniques, is an advantage.
• Interest in developing novel methods, especially in research at European large-scale research facilities.
• Programming skills (C++, Python, or similar) are advantageous.
• Independent and structured working style, strong communication, and teamwork skills.
• Passion for research, enthusiasm for unconventional solutions, creativity, and visionary thinking.
• Excellent English skills, both written and spoken; German language skills are an advantage.

The minimum gross annual salary on a full-time basis (38.5 h / week) according to the collective agreement is EUR 55,482. The actual salary will be determined individually, based on your qualifications and experience. In addition to our company benefits (free parking, meal bonus, voucher service, pension fund, health care, company doctor, tea, coffee, fruit basket, etc.), we offer flexible working conditions, home office options, and individual training and career opportunities in a highly innovative environment.

As part of this position, we will support you in starting a doctoral program:

Through our AIT PhD program, conducted in collaboration with renowned universities, you have the opportunity to complete your dissertation in cooperation with our experts and our national and international project partners from industry or other research organisations.

At AIT, diversity and inclusion are of great importance. This is why we strive to inspire women to join our teams in the field of technology. We welcome applications from women, who will be given preference in case of equal qualifications after taking into account all relevant facts and circumstances of all applications.

Please submit your application documents, including your resume, cover letter, and certificates, online.

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