Research Assistant (m/f/d) for investigation and analysis of the high-temperature fatigue damage of cast iron
Salary group 13 TVöD
Temporary contract until 30.04.2028
Full-time/suitable as part-time employment
The Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (BAM) is a materials research organization in Germany. Our mission is to ensure safety in technology and chemistry. We perform research and testing in materials science, materials engineering and chemistry to improve the safety of products and processes. At BAM we do research that matters. Our work covers a broad array of topics in the focus areas of energy, infrastructure, environment, materials, and chemistry and process engineering.
We offer:
- Access to high-quality continuing education and training on digitalization topics such as programming, research data management, AI applications, and machine computing in science.
- Networking and exchange in our interdisciplinary digitalization communities and at BAM digitalization events to develop innovative solutions together with our experts.
- Targeted acquisition of skills in key technologies for laboratory digitalization—modern programming paradigms, connection to the electronic laboratory notebook, and development of metadata formats and ontologies—through practical learning formats such as workshops, online courses, and collaborative training with bundled knowledge sources.
- Opportunity to actively participate in shaping BAM digitization projects and to contribute your own ideas for digital innovations.
We are looking for talented people to join us.
- Job-ID: J000000149
- Location: Berlin
- Organization: Division 5.5: Materials Modelling
- Job Category: Science/Research
- Working hours: Full-time / part-time possible
- Published: 07.07.2026
Your responsibilities includeYour responsibilities include
Collaboration on a research project to predict the temporal crack propagation in components made of cast iron alloy under thermomechanical fatigue (TMF) using the finite element method (FEM). One part of the project involves combining experimental investigations and FE simulations of damage behaviour at the macroscopic and microscopic levels. The project is being carried out in collaboration with the Institute of Mechanics and Fluid Dynamics at the TU Bergakademie Freiberg. Your specific tasks will include:
- Conducting cyclic crack propagation and deformation tests at high temperatures on a heat-resistant cast iron material
- Mathematical evaluation of the tests and implementation and identification of a combined deformation and damage model for high-temperature fatigue
- Performing FE simulations of damage development at the microstructure and component levels
- Exchanging information and presenting the results with and to the project partners
- Publishing the results in peer-reviewed journals
Your qualificationsYour qualifications
- Completed academic university degree (Diplom or Master) with above‑average grades in Physical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Physics, or a closely related field
- Doctoral degree (PhD) is considered an advantage
Excellent knowledge of finite element methods, material mechanics, and numerical methods for engineers - Good knowledge of experimental techniques and control engineering
- Strong programming skills, particularly in Python and Fortran 90
- Knowledge of fracture mechanics is an asset
- Excellent command of both English and German
- Good communication and information behaviour, goal-oriented and structured way of working, initiative/commitment, ability to work in a team and willingness to cooperate, willingness to learn
Our BenefitsOur Benefits
- 30 vacation days with a 5-day week
- Work in national and international networks with universities, research institutions, and industrial companies
- Attractive location
- Attractive and modern working environment with excellent infrastructure and state-of-the-art scientific equipment (laboratories, BAM Data Store, high-performance computing, etc.).
- Equal opportunities and diversity
- A responsible, interesting, and varied job in a professional and collegial environment.
30 vacation days with a 5-day week; Work in national and international networks with universities, research institutions, and industrial companies; Attractive location; Attractive and modern working environment with excellent infrastructure and state-of-the-art scientific equipment (laboratories, BAM Data Store, high-performance computing, etc.).; Equal opportunities and diversity; A responsible, interesting, and varied job in a professional and collegial environment.
Your applicationYour application
We welcome applications via the online application form by 22.07.2026. Alternatively, you can also send your application by post, quoting the Job-ID to:
Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung
Referat Z.3 - Personal
Unter den Eichen 87
12205 Berlin
GERMANY
www.bam.de
BAM promotes professional equality between women and men. We therefore particularly welcome applications from women. At the same time, we strive to reflect social diversity. Every application is therefore welcome, regardless of gender, cultural or social background, religion, ideology or sexual identity.
In addition, BAM has set itself the goal of promoting the professional participation of people with severe disabilities. The fulfillment of the job requirements is considered on an individual basis. Severely disabled persons or persons of equal status will be given preferential consideration if they are equally qualified.
The advertised position requires a high level of physical aptitude.
ContactContact
Department 5.5
Unter den Eichen
12205 Berlin
+49 30 8104-3104
Bernard.Fedelich@bam.de
Head of department 5.5
Unter den Eichen
12205 Berlin
+49 30 8104-3107
Reza.Kamachali@bam.de