Doctoral research assistant in the field of chemistry, physics, materials science or a comparable field (m/f/d)

The Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) is a federal scientific and technical authority based in Berlin. As a departmental research institution of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, we examine and advise on the protection of people, the environment and property. Our activities in materials science, materials technology and chemistry focus on the technical safety of products and processes. Become part of our team of dedicated employees! The aim is to strengthen our team in the 6.7 “Materials Synthesis and Design” department in Berlin-Adlershof at the next possible time

PhD Student (m/w/d) of the Department of Chemistry, Physics, Material Science or a comparable subject Payment group 13 TVöD permanent employment Full time / part-time

Development, synthesis, functionalization and design of nano and advanced materials, e.g. for antimicrobial and antifouling coatings, corrosion inhibitors, sensor materials and energy technology (winning, storage and transfer) with the help of Self-Driving Labs and material Acceleration Platforms Characterization of these materials with state-of-the-art measurement methods Development of reference products (reference materials and data) Development of ideas and applications for the acquisition of research and development projects for material design (e.g. focusing on nano and advanced materials) Development of research ideas and concepts Support of the department in the use of the research data management system Publication in international journals and presentation at national and international level Cooperation with internal and external experts on material design, nano and advanced materials and self-driving labs Active cooperation in the field of material and specific in the fields of activity Advanced Materials and Material Design Active cooperation in MAPs@BAM to support laboratory automation

An academic degree (Diplom / Master) of the Department of Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or a comparable subject At least very good doctorate in chemistry, physics, material science or related fields Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in the synthesis (e.g. wet-chemical, co-precipitation, sol-gel, hydrothermal, microwave, nuclear-induced growth), functionalization and characterization (e.g. DLS, SEM/TEM, optical spectroscopy, IR, Raman, NMR, XRD, sorption measurements) of nano and advanced materials (based on publications) Experience in the field of laboratory automation or with high throughput methods (covered by projects, publications or successfully completed modules) Basic programming skills, especially in Python (covered by published software contributions, publications or successfully completed modules) Experiences in the field of machine learning and artificial intelligence (e.g. Bayesian Optimization, Neural Networks) as well as computer-assisted data analysis (based on publications or software contributions) are highly advantageous Experience with the acquisition of third-party funding projects (e.g. as part of Fellowships) Extensive publication experience (more than 4 publications with first or last authorship) Experience in the care of young scientists Very good English skills in word and writing German knowledge is advantageous Good communication and information behaviour, targeted and structured working methods, initiative / willingness to use and skills, team skills and willingness to cooperate and willingness to learn

A varied and demanding activity within a top-class network of politics, science, business and society Work in national and international networks with universities, research institutions and industrial companies Attractive and modern working environment with excellent infrastructure and equipment at the latest scientific level (Labore etc.) A research and development space for own innovative ideas A responsible, interesting and varied activity in a competent and collegial environment Good compatibility of work and private life [Work-Life-Balance] (possibility of mobile work [up to 60 %], flexible working time design, 30 days leave and use of up to 12 days of equalisation per year and part-time opportunities)