Chemical Technician - Chemical Technology / Heterogeneous Catalysis

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, Germany

Updated: 8 days ago
Location: Oberhausen, BAYERN

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. Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD). Remuneration up to TVöD pay group 10 (dependent on qualifications). 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.

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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