Thesis (B./M.): Statistical evaluation of pyrolysis materials and gases

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research institutions throughout Germany and is the world’s leading applied research organization. Around 30 800 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.0 billion euros.

Bioenergy in combination with CO2 capture (BECCS or BECCU) is seen by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change as a key technology to prevent a climate catastrophe. We are working on efficient and economical processes for combining pyrolysis and oxyfuel. To do this, we need a statistical evaluation of numerous pyrolysis processes and gases in order to reveal previously hidden correlations.

What you will do

Data collection from existing analysis data
Literature research and formulating hypotheses
data preparation
Statistical evaluation
Determination of deviations and anomalies

What you bring to the table

Very good knowledge of English and willingness to write a paper in English
You are studying mathematics, computer science, natural sciences or technology (MINT)
demonstrable knowledge of and strong interest in statistics and stochastics
demonstrable knowledge and strong interest in programming in Python Pandas and/or R Tidyverse in Jupyter
Interest in plant engineering, chemistry, oil and gas, pyrolysis and CO2 capture an advantage, but not necessary

What you can expect

Be part of our team to shape a resource-conserving future together
We offer a varied, creative working day at the interface between business and science
We live modern working models, such as New Work and diversity
Flexitime, home office, digital - we offer you flexible and mobile working as well as a wide range of options for balancing work and private life
Right from the start, we support you in your individual career development through comprehensive further development opportunities and accompanying programs
We support our employees by offering comprehensive health and mindfulness programs for a good balance
You can find even more attractive benefits here: Fraunhofer UMSICHT as an employer

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. 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!

Fragen zu dieser Position beantwortet Ihnen gerne:

Herr Christian Groves

Tel.: +49 (0) 9661 8155-631

Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT

www.umsicht-suro.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 73142 Application Deadline:

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