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Faculty of Mechanical Engineering :
Chair of Materials Technology
In order to fill a fixed-term position in full-time (39.83 hours/week) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for a
Research associate (f/m/x) for the development of rejuvenation heat treatments of Ni-Base alloys
The Chair of Materials Engineering (Prof. Dr.-Ing. S. Weber) is part of the Institute of Materials within the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at RUB. We are engaged in the production, characterisation and optimisation of metallic materials that have been processed using conventional, powder metallurgical or additive manufacturing methods. Our focus is on the influence of different manufacturing processes on the microstructure and the resulting properties. A wide range of state-of-the-art testing methods and analytical techniques is available for investigating these properties. In addition to research and teaching, the Chair also engages in knowledge transfer to industry. In this way, the Chair acts as a bridge towards solving both relevant scientific and industrial technological problems.
We are seeking a motivated researcher with a strong interest in Ni-base alloys, materials testing and materials science. A completed university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in engineering, natural sciences, or materials science is required. As a research assistant (m/f/x), you will independently and reliably plan the work packages for the project and carry out experiments, analyse the results and present them at conferences and publish them in journals.
Scope: full-time
Duration: fixed-term, 36 months
Start: at the earliest possible date
Apply by: 2026-08-11
Your tasks:
- Planning and carrying out heat treatments under variable pressure, temüprature and duration
- Metallografic sample preparation and microscopic microstructural analyses
- Various materials testing methods for materials characterisation
- Writing publications
Your profile:
- Are you interested in carrying out research into nickel-based alloys and do you already have some experience in this field?
- You hold a Master’s degree from a university in materials science or a comparable qualification
- Ability to work independently and in a team, with a structured and proactive mindset
- Excellent written and spoken English skills (German is a plus)
We offer:
Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence, Employment at one of the largest universities in Germany within the University Alliance Ruhr, A qualified on-boarding and induction process, Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team, Support in combining family life and work (including childcare arrangements/holiday offers/mobile playroom)
- We offer the opportunity to work in a young, interdisciplinary research group at the interface of materials science, mechanics and simulation. Our aim is to develop innovative manufacturing, treatment and analysis methods for modern metallic complex materials with enhanced properties for industrial practice .
Further information:
The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV-L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV-L.
Further information can be found at (in German).
The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.
If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.
At the applicant’s request, the position may also be filled on a part-time basis. This job vacancy is subject to final project approval.
RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees.
German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF). https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/daf/mitarbeitende/index.html.en
The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact wpr@rub.de.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.
Contact persons for further information:
Dr. Sabine Siebert , Tel.: +49 234 32 25949
Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.
We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2026-08-11. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5928.
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