Research assistant in the field of materials science, chemistry or comparable (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 field of art and cultural material analysis in Berlin-Steglitz on 01.04.2026

Group E13 TVöD Time contract until 31.12.2027 Parttime (85%)

Scientific cooperation in the ReFoPlan project “Great and low-emission interior products – investigations and derivation of assessment criteria for the intensity, hedonicity and amutability of odours for the further development of the Blue Angel”. The project mainly examines construction products based on natural raw materials for odour and VOC emissions. Further additional examination of floor coverings based on linoleum and rubber is to be carried out. Besides the smell, VOC measurements are also carried out. These results are intended to apply the concept of odour control values to be able to develop information about the development of the odour control concept. The tasks include: Conception and implementation of the necessary measurements Cooperation with HTW-Berlin and sampling there on site parallel to the practical odor tests Implementation of emission measurements in emission test chambers, HTW-Berlin and indoor air as well as analysis of the collected samples by thermodesorption gas chromatography (TD-GC) and HPLC Preparation of test specimens for investigations Support for scientific and administrative activities (organization of project meetings, writing of publications and reports, knowledge transfer, activities within the framework of the project objectives).

Graduate, Master or equivalent of the Department of Materials Science, Chemistry or Similar Promotion of Benefit Good knowledge of active sampling and analysis of airborne volatile organic compounds (VVOC, VOC, SVOC) by GC/MS, GC/FID with thermodesorption and HPLC High level of analytical-chemical background knowledge Instrumental analytical and craftsmanship Basic knowledge of odour thresholds Very good knowledge of the validation of measurement methods Experiences with the publication and presentation of scientific results Very good mastery of the German and English language in word and writing Good communication and information behaviour, initiative/willingness to use and - ability, willingness to decide and - ability, team capacity and willingness to cooperate as well as conceptual, strategic and innovative thinking skills

A varied and demanding activity within a top-class network of politics, science, business and society Attractive and modern work environment with excellent infrastructure and equipment at the latest scientific level (Labore, etc.) Research and development space for own innovative ideas 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)