Technical Specialist - Chemical Technology / Heterogeneous Catalysis

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 applied research on Circular Economy, Carbon Management, Green Hydrogen and Local Energy Systems, 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.

In the department »Chemical Energy Storage« we work on tasks relating to the development of heterogeneous catalysts. Our service covers the entire development process of a catalyst - from synthesis and characterization to scale-up and testing under application-oriented conditions.

What you will do

Testing of heterogeneous catalysts and support in synthesis and characterization
Operation and maintenance of test installations
Independent work in the laboratory and pilot plant
Evaluation of conversion and selectivity data

What you bring to the table

Completed apprenticeship as a chemical technician or completed bachelor's degree in technical chemistry
Initial experience in the operation of technical test facilities
Knowledge of Python is desirable
Teamplayer and good communication skills
Independent and conscientious way of working
Good English skills are an advantage

What you can expect

As part of a dynamic team, you actively drive sustainable solutions for a resource-efficient future
We enable a creative and varied working day at the interface between business and science
New Work, diversity and cooperative interaction are important components of our strategic orientation
We care about what you care about - that's why we offer flexible and mobile working, as well as a wide range of work-life balance options
Flexible workplace – both remote and at the institute in Oberhausen possible by arrangement
Right from the start, we support you in your individual career development through various development offers as well as accompanying programs
We support our employees by offering comprehensive health and mindfulness programs for good balance
Sustainable and affordable travel – we subsidize your Germany Job Ticket
You can find even more attractive benefits here: Fraunhofer UMSICHT as employer

This position is limited to 3 years. The weekly working time is 39 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. 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. Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD).

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

Dr. Barbara Zeidler-Fandrich: +49 208 8598-1143
Dr. Heiko Lohmann: +49 208 8598-1197
Dr. Clara Watermann: +49 208 8598-1151
bewerbung@umsicht.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT

www.umsicht.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 75804

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