Research Scientist (m/f/d) in Physics, Chemistry or Material Science
Electro- and Thermo-Chemical Technologies for a Climate-Friendly Aviation System

Full-time
Fixed-Term

Join The Aviation Think Tank!

Have you ever wondered what tomorrow’s air transport might look like? As the aviation think tank in Germany – consisting of young and ambitious experts from various disciplines – our goal is to provide science-based answers. Located in Taufkirchen near Munich, we offer a modern working environment with open ears and doors. We are always looking for passionate and creative minds to help us push today’s boundaries to new heights.
Shape the future of aviation with us today and join us as:

Our challenges:

Searching for the most promising technical options to achieve climate neutrality: evaluation of key performance parameters of future energy technologies for aviation
Evaluation of electro- and thermochemical energy technologies, ecological and techno-economic criteria as well as other performance indicators
Life-cycle analysis (LCA) based on process and system modelling of electrical energy systems (e.g. batteries), green hydrogen and/or thermo-chemical sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) from direct CO2 air capture (DAC)
Holistic comparative evaluation of technologies and transition pathways to 100% renewable energy in aviation
Communication of research results through journal publications, conferences and media channels

We need you because:

You have successfully completed your M.Sc. and wish to obtain a PhD
You bring scientific creativity in combination with quantitative analytical and programming skills to the team
You are familiar with sustainability aspects of renewable energy technologies and you have proven that you can work your way into new topics
Ideally you are already familiar with life-cycle and/or cost analysis, production processes of batteries or synthetic fuels
You enjoy future technology scouting and analysis of electrochemical technologies
You are passionate about giving scientific answers to introducing renewable energy and fuels in aviation
You are interested in multidisciplinary, target-oriented tasks within joint academic or industry projects
You are proficient in German or English

What we offer:

Attractive salary package according to the public tariff system plus performance-oriented compensation
Retirement Pension Plan
Professional training (in-house and/or external seminars)
Flexible Working Hours
Subsidised canteen
Occupational Health Management
Company sports (football, running group)
Parking Lot
Good accessibility by public transport
Home Office

What to expect:

International team with a high qualification level
Acknowledged research institution – with our feet on the ground and our thoughts in the air
Interdisciplinary cooperation of engineers, natural and social scientists
Modern working environment on the Ludwig Bölkow Campus in Taufkirchen near Munich
A team-oriented working culture
Flat hierarchies and short communication paths
Challenging tasks
Versatile, creative activities
Numerous opportunities to enhance and broaden your competencies

The position is to be filled immediately and initially fixed-term. As we wish to increase the share of women in the team, we would be particularly interested in receiving relevant applications. People with disabilities will be given priority in the case of equal qualifications.

We look forward to receiving your application!