Research Assistant

• participation in, coordination of, and organization of scientific research and development activities in close collaboration with industry partners
• independent and autonomous work on a research project in the field of machine tool technology
• development of passive and active temperature control systems to improve the thermal stability of machine tool frames
• modeling and simulation of thermal and thermomechanical system behavior
• simulation-based development of thermoelectric systems for high-precision temperature control of machine components critical to machining accuracy
• prototype implementation, experimental investigation, and measurement-based validation of the developed temperature control systems under thermal boundary conditions representative of real-world applications
• supervision and guidance of student research assistants in third-party funded projects
• presentation of research findings at national and international workshops, technical conferences, and trade shows
• national and international travel for research activities

• successfully completed university degree (Diplom, Master or equivalent) in mechanical engineering or related engineering sciences
• good knowledge of machine tool and manufacturing technology
• evidence of good knowledge of numerical modeling and the finite element method (FEM)
• evidence of knowledge of mechatronics, system dynamics, and technical mechanics
• experience in selecting, installing, and calibrating measurement systems
• experience in planning, conducting, and evaluating experimental investigations, as well as in data analysis and assessment
• good skills in German and/or English language in speech and writing required; willingness to learn either English or German is expected
• programming skills, preferably in Python and MATLAB is desirable
• practical experience in mechanical design and experience using commercially available CAD software
• proficiency with Office applications is a plus
• ability to work independently in laboratories and with experimental setups and machine systems is desired
• independent, systematic and structured way of working is desirable

Please send your application with the reference number and the usual documents only by email bundled in one PDF document to Prof. Polte via bold@iwf.tu-berlin.de.

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To ensure equal opportunities between women and men, applications by women with the required qualifications are explicitly desired. Qualified individuals with disabilities will be favored. The TU Berlin values the diversity of its members and is committed to the goals of equal opportunities. Applications from people of all nationalities and with a migration background are very welcome.