City:  Sulzbach-Rosenberg
Date:  Oct 21, 2025

Initiative job

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) is one of the world's leading organizations for application-oriented research. 75 institutes develop pioneering technologies for our economy and society – more precisely: 32 000 people from technology, science, administration and IT. They know: Anyone who comes to Fraunhofer wants to and can make a difference. For themselves, for us and for the markets of today and tomorrow.

As one of 75 institutes and research facilities of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, the leading organization for applied research in Europe, we show how to not only master crises, but to 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. Through applied research in the areas of climate-neutral energy systems, resource-efficient processes and circular products, we make concrete contributions to achieving the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Our employees conduct research in the fields of energy, environment, safety, health, communication and mobility.

 

Would you like to work for us, but can't find a suitable vacancy? Then you have the opportunity to submit a speculative application here.

 

Be part of change

In consultation with our specialist departments and depending on possible vacancies, you will supervise possible areas of responsibility. Please describe the job you would like to do with us in your cover letter.

 

What you contribute

Depending on the position you are seeking, you may have the appropriate qualifications. Please send us an informative CV and references.

 

What we offer

  • As part of a dynamic team, you will actively promote sustainable solutions for a future that conserves resources.

  • We offer a creative and varied working day at the interface between business and science.

  • New work, diversity and cooperative teamwork are clear components of our strategic orientation

  • We think about what you think about - that's why we offer you flexible and mobile working as well as a wide range of offers for work-life balance

  • From the very beginning, we support you in your individual career development through comprehensive further development offers as well as accompanying programs

  • We support our employees by offering comprehensive health and mindfulness programs for a good balance

 

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. Our tasks are diverse and adaptable – for applicants with disabilities, we work together to find solutions that best promote their abilities. The same applies if they do not meet all the profile requirements due to a disability. 

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. 

Ready for a change? Then apply now and make a difference! Once we have received your online application, you will receive an automatic confirmation of receipt. We will then get back to you as soon as possible and let you know what happens next.

 

We will be happy to answer any questions you may have:

 

Ms. Lorena Herbst

Phone: +49 (0) 9661 8155-420

Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT 

www.umsicht-suro.fraunhofer.de 

 

Requisition Number: 8365                Application Deadline:

 


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