Research Assistant (m/f/d) in the field of mechanical engineering, materials science, or a rela[...]

Research Assistant (m/f/d) – Field of mechanical engineering, materials science, or related field

Berlin – Fachbereich 8.2: Zerstörungsfreie Prüfmethoden für das Bauwesen – Wissenschaft/Forschung – Full-time or part-time – Start

Date: 01.08.2026 – Temporary contract for 36 months – Job-ID: J000000151 – E 13 TVöD

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate signal processing methods for acoustic emission analysis
• Apply machine learning and statistical methods for event detection, cluster analysis, and classification
• Development and testing of localization methods for acoustic emission analysis of large experimental datasets from laboratory and field tests
• Participation in testing campaigns on concrete structures and high‑temperature systems
• Publication of results in international journals and at conferences

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a master’s or diploma degree in mechanical engineering, materials science, physical engineering, or a comparable field
• Ph. D. in a relevant discipline (e. g., mechanical engineering, materials science, physics, signal processing, electrical engineering) is an advantage
• Excellent knowledge of signal processing and data analysis
• Knowledge of machine learning methods
• Demonstrated experience in acoustic emission analysis or closely related NDT/SHM methods (e. g., ultrasonics, guided waves)
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: use of fiber‑optic measurement systems, simulation of elastic wave propagation, application of machine learning in signal analysis, setup and use of measurement technology
• Solid understanding of elastic wave propagation in solids (e. g., bulk waves, guided waves, dispersion) is required
• Programming experience (e. g., Python, MATLAB)
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of tasks—the role requires a high degree of self‑organization and initiative
• Knowledge of German is an advantage
• Good communication and information behaviour, goal‑oriented and structured way of working, initiative/commitment, ability to work in a team and willingness to cooperate as well as conceptual, strategic and innovative thinking skills

Benefits

• Attractive and modern working environment with excellent infrastructure and state‑of‑the‑art scientific equipment (laboratories, BAM Data Store, high‑performance computing, etc.)
• Possibility of mobile working up to 60%
• A responsible, interesting, and varied job in a professional and collegial environment.
• 30 vacation days with a 5‑day week
• Flexible working hours
• Work in national and international networks with universities, research institutions, and industrial companies
• Attractive location
• Additional Information
• 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 low level of physical aptitude.
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