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Research Assistant (WHB) (m/f/d) - 8 h / week

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB) is one of the leading research Universities in Germany. As a reform-oriented campus University, it uniquely combines the entire range of major scientific disciplines in one place. The dynamic coexistence of subjects and subject cultures offers researchers and students alike special opportunities for interdisciplinary cooperation.

For the laboratories of the Chair of Atomic-scale Characterization of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering we are looking for a research assistant (WHB) (m/f/d) with a working time of 8 h/week, limited for 12 months. You will be responsible for the supervision of an inorganic chemistry laboratory, which is primarily used for the synthesis and investigation of catalyst nanoparticles.

Your tasks:

  • Assisting with general activities in an inorganic chemistry laboratory (handling and organizing chemicals, assisting with experiments, organizing maintenance and repairs of equipment and safety devices)
  • Support with occupational safety documentation (operating instructions, risk assessments, etc.) in German and English and checking/inventory of hazardous substances (DAMARIS)
  • Proper disposal of chemical Collaboration with international scientists in German and English
  • Collaboration with international scientists in German and English

Your profile:

  • You have completed a Bachelor's degree (ideally in the field of chemistry) and are currently enrolled in a Master's program at the Ruhr University Bochum
  • Extensive knowledge in the field of inorganic chemistry
  • Practical experience in the safe handling of chemicals
  • Willingness to work in an international and interdisciplinary team and to support the research processes
  • Very good written and spoken German and English (at least B2 level)
  • High level of communication skills, strong teamwork skills and an independent way of working

We offer:

  • Challenging and varied tasks with a high degree of personal responsibility
  • Team-oriented cooperation in a committed, international and appreciative team
  • An interesting, future-oriented environment with a workplace in a highly-modern facilities

     Further information: Employment is as a research assistant and is governed by § 6 of the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (WissZeitVG)

     The hourly rate is € 14.00 (WHB) if the advertised requirements are met.

     Are you interested?Then we look forward to receiving your detailed application, which you should send exclusively by email (cover letter, CV, certificates etc. as one pdf file) to:

    atomicjobs-mb@ruhr-uni-bochum.de.  Travel expenses for interviews will not be reimbursed.