Master Thesis »Detecting the changes in secondary metabolites via Raman spectroscopy«

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research units throughout Germany and is a leading applied research organization. Around 32 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.4 billion euros.

As one of 76 institutes of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft we show how to not only master crises, but grow from them. Pushing boundaries. Always trying something new. Not just thinking, but thinking ahead. We turn research into the future.

We want an earth that is worth living on. With our research in the divisions of climate-neutral energy systems, resource-efficient processes and circular products, we make concrete contributions to achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. Our employees conduct research in the fields of energy, environment, safety, health, communication and mobility.

Do you want to contribute to beneficial and meaningful research? Raman spectroscopy is a powerful tool for detecting plant materials in vivo. Our team has already developed methods for detecting secondary metabolites, including lutein and beta-carotene. The main purpose of your research will be to enhance the accuracy of the system for tracking changes in secondary metabolites during plant cultivation using Raman spectroscopy.

What you will do

Literature research
Cultivate of the optimal plant varieties for the experiment
Detect the plant parts using Raman spectroscopy
Extract secondary metabolites from plants
Analyze the Raman signal

What you bring to the table

Studies in the field of biology, agriculture, or environmental engineering
Experience in designing structured experiments
Proficiency in data analysis (R or Python)
Basic knowledge of optics
Interest in the field of indoor farming/vertical farming
Fluent in English

What you can expect

As part of a dynamic team, you actively drive sustainable solutions for a resource-efficient future
Opportunity to combine your knowledge from your studies with practical experience at the interface between business and science and to integrate your own ideas
New Work, diversity and cooperative interaction are important components of our strategic orientation
Flexible working hours - we know that your studies come first
Flexible work locations that fit your studies - mobile work and on-site work are combined as needed
Intense support for the preparation of your final thesis
Health and mindfulness programs for good balance
You can find even more attractive benefits here: Fraunhofer UMSICHT as employer

The weekly working time is 39 hours. We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you! Please submit at least the following documents:

Curriculum vitae
Current certificate of enrollment
Current transcript of records
Bachelor's certificate

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding this position:

Miri Park
+49 0173 4032681
bewerbung@umsicht.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT

www.umsicht.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 73853

Job Segment: Sustainable Agriculture, Sustainability, Agricultural, Data Analyst, Horticulture, Agriculture, Energy, Data

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