CAREER at ifw Jena
Recent Jobs
Code 2025/05 | Jena-Göschwitz | Immediately
In the field of additive manufacturing research, powder bed and filament-based processes for a wide variety of metallic materials are being investigated and further developed. As a research assistant, you will work on publicly funded projects to optimize additive processes for successful industrial applications.
YOUR TASKS
- Planning and practical implementation of construction contracts in filament- and powder bed-based additive manufacturing of metals (PBF-LB, metal binder jetting, and FDM/FFF)
- Design of research projects, application submission, project processing, and documentation
- Conversion of equipment and setup of technical test benches
- Performance of measurement tasks and documentation of research results
- Processing of services and support in contract research
YOUR PROFILE
- Successfully completed degree or practical training in additive manufacturing, materials science, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, laser technology, or similar
- Willingness to perform practical work on systems and measuring devices
- Experience in handling research projects from application to final report is helpful but not a mandatory requirement
- Initial professional experience in the field of industrial additive manufacturing processes, primarily for metallic materials, is helpful
- Initial experience in project management is helpful
- Language skills at least C1 in German and B2 in English (fluent German, business English, understanding of scientific texts)
- Strong team and communication skills
- Independent and reliable way of working
OUR OFFER
- Permanent employment with salary based on public sector pay scales
- Full-time work (40 hours/week) with 30 days of vacation per year and flexible working hours
- Employment with varied tasks and issues from the industrial environment
- Young and interdisciplinary team of scientists and technicians
- Support for your scientific projects or further training
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Maximilian Streinz by phone at +49 3641 204-194.
Please send your application with the usual documents in a single PDF file (max. 12 MB) by e-mail to personal@ifw-jena.de. Please also state your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.
Code 2025/04 | Jena-Göschwitz | Immediately
As a technical employee in the field of furnace-related processes, you will be responsible for the practical implementation of joining and heat treatment processes. The focus here is particularly on diffusion welding and soft and hard soldering, both in research and in the implementation of technical services. In addition, you can pass on your practical skills and theoretical knowledge as part of practical training in joining, as well as in supervising interns and students and in courses for welding specialists.
YOUR TASKS
- Preparation/cleaning of components and loading and unloading of furnace systems for furnace-based processes and independent process monitoring and system control
- Conducting test series and documenting the results
- Supporting the implementation and optimization of process flows
- Recording and documentation of process-relevant data and process flows
- Transport, packaging, and shipping management
- Support in the performance of various laboratory activities
- Support in plant repair and regular maintenance work
YOUR PROFILE
- Completed technical vocational training (or technical studies) in the metal sector, machine or plant operator, mechatronics engineer, and laboratory assistant
- Initial professional experience desirable, but not a prerequisite
- Willingness to participate in training and further education
- Confident use of common MS Office applications
- Problem-solving skills, technical understanding, and manual dexterity
- Ability to work in a team and an independent and extremely careful approach to work
OUR OFFER
- Comprehensive training in an experienced team
- Permanent employment contract with remuneration based on the public sector pay scale
- Full-time position (40 hours/week) with flexible working hours and 30 days of vacation
- Varied and challenging work in a business-oriented research institute
For further information please contact Dr. Steffen Dahms by phone +49 3641 204-119.
Please send your application with the usual documents in a single PDF file (max. 12 MB) by e-mail to personal@ifw-jena.de. Please also state your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.
Code 2025/02 | Jena-Göschwitz | immediately
As a welder, you will be employed in the welding technology course center at ifw Jena. You will demonstrate your experience in the various welding processes and pass on your knowledge to course participants in practical exercises and theoretical lessons. As part of your employment, the aim is to qualify as a DVS welding instructor.
YOUR TASKS
- Accompanying course participants from the first registration to the successful welding examination
- Practical demonstration and explanation of the various welding processes such as MAG, TIG, manual electric arc welding and gas welding to course participants
- Conducting theoretical instruction in the various welding courses and vocational training courses offered by ifw Jena, e.g. as part of the training of welding supervisors
- Maintenance, care and further development of the technical equipment
- Ensuring compliance with house rules, occupational health and safety regulations
- Long-term goal is further qualification as a certified DVS welding instructor
YOUR PROFILE
- Technical vocational training and sound practical experience in welding for common processes
- Valid welding qualifications for the MAG steel process (basic requirement) and for at least one other process (TIG, manual electric welding or gas welding)
- Safe handling of applicable standards and guidelines
- Enthusiasm for the welding trade and the practical demonstration of welding processes
- Willingness to gain further qualifications as a certified DVS welding instructor is a prerequisite
- Willingness for continuous personal, technical and didactic development, e.g. in dealing with welding simulators
- Completed training as an international welding specialist and possession of a valid AdA certificate is desirable
OUR OFER
- Permanent employment contract with remuneration based on the public sector pay scale
- Full-time employment (40 hours/week) with flexible working hours and 30 days vacation
- Comprehensive personal and professional development opportunities
If you have any questions, please call Mr. Andreas Lüderitz, B. Eng., SFI (IWE) at +49 3641 204-145.
Please send your application with the usual documents in a single PDF file (max. 12 MB) by e-mail to personal@ifw-jena.de. Please also state your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.
Code 2024/03
YOUR TASKS
- Planning and implementation of practical and theoretical welder training in adult education and inter-company apprentice training
- Teaching the necessary welding knowledge and manual skills in accordance with DVS guidelines and other standards
- Examination supervision during the acceptance of welder tests
- Participation in the organization of company seminars and specialist further training, e.g. as a lecturer in training to become an international welding specialist
- Providing expert advice to companies and participants
- Maintenance and care as well as further development of technical equipment
- Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety and workshop regulations
- Assisting with the creation and adaptation of teaching materials
YOUR PROFILE
- Technical vocational training with certification as a DVS welding instructor or DVS welding foreman in the common welding processes
- Willingness for continuous personal, technical and didactic development, e.g. in the use of welding simulators
- Confident handling of applicable standards and guidelines in the training sector
- Commitment and pleasure in passing on your knowledge and experience to participants/groups
- Confident fluency in German language (written an oral)
OUR OFFER
- Permanent employment contract with remuneration based on the public service pay scale
- Full-time work (40 hours/week)
- 30 days vacation/year
- Comprehensive personal and professional development opportunities
For further information please contact Mr. Andreas Lüderitz by phone +49 3641 204-145.
Please send your application with the usual documents in a single PDF file (max. 12 MB) by e-mail to personal@ifw-jena.de. Please also state your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.
Jobs for students – Research, practical experience, bachelor and master thesis
YOUR TASKS
- Preparation of microsections (cutting, embedding, grinding, polishing, etching) of weld seams (laser, TIG) of different material thicknesses and combinations (steel, aluminum, stainless steel, copper) as well as DMD-manufactured constructions from welding research
- Characterization of weld seams (measurement of weld seam geometries, microstructure analysis) using light microscopy and image processing software
- Testing of mechanical-technological properties using hardness measurements (Vickers)
YOUR PROFILE
- You are studying materials engineering or materials science and would like to gain practical experience in the field of materials preparation and metallography
- You have good dexterity and enjoy practical work
- You would like to gain insights into welding research and have a keen interest in process and materials engineering issues
- You work independently and conscientiously and manage your workload independently
- Application is possible from the first semester onwards
- Confident fluency in German language (written an oral)
OUR OFFER
- Committed team with sound specialist knowledge
- Employment as a student assistant (m/f/d) (up to 40 hours/month) with flexible working hours
- Support and advice for your studies
If you have any questions, please call Julia Wichmann on +49 3641 204-143.
Please send your application with the usual documents in a single PDF file (max. 12 MB) by e-mail to personal@ifw-jena.de.