Research Assistant (Post-Doc) in the field of additive manufacturing of metals

Research Assistant (Post-Doc)
in the field of additive manufacturing of metals

The University of Wuppertal is a dynamic, networked and research-oriented campus university. Collectively, more than 25,000 researchers, academic staff and students face the challenges of science, education, culture, economics, society, technology and the environment.
The school of Mechanical Engineering and Safety Engineering, Chair of Materials Science and Additive Manufacturing, invites applications.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

You will be employed to work independently on research topics in the field of additive manufacturing of powder-based metallic and intermetallic materials. Your work will focus either on material or process development. You will be jointly responsible for the expansion and maintenance of the laboratory equipment, take on organizational tasks, regularly take part in meetings and actively exchange ideas with partners.
Other tasks that await you are:
documentation, publication and presentation of scientific research results
creative development and pursuit of new research approaches through to the submission of proposals
interdisciplinary collaboration in our international team
participation in teaching (with 4 LVS)

We offer flexible working hours, a pleasant working atmosphere in a motivated team and close scientific supervision, and will support you in achieving your further goals. The position offers the prospect of developing into a group leader or habilitation. You can find information about our chair at: https://mam.uni-wuppertal.de/en/
Please include a short cover letter with your application, stating your professional interests and goals as well as previous experience.

PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

You have successfully completed a master of science and a doctorate in materials science, mechanical engineering or physics, are passionate about additive manufacturing of metallic materials and would like to gain further qualifications in your postdoc phase.
If you fully meet all of the following mandatory requirements, we look forward to receiving your application:
extensive documented hands-on experience in the field of additive manufacturing of metals (PBF, DED)
extensive experience in material analysis and/or materials testing
very good knowledge of the materials science of metals and a good understanding of physics
-enthusiasm for working in research and experience in handling complex systems and equipment
high degree of independence, self-motivation, reliability and initiative
self-organization skills, ability to work in a team and good communication skills
very good English and good German language skills
very good written expression

The following are also desirable:
experience in submitting applications to national and international funding agencies
scientific publications beyond the topic of the doctoral thesis

This is a qualification position within the meaning of the Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz - WissZeitVG), which can be filled to promote scientific or artistic qualification. The duration of the employment contract shall be appropriate to the desired academic qualification.

Start
01.03.2026

Duration
for 3 years

Salary
E 13 TV-L

Time
Full time (Part-time employment is possible, please indicate in your application whether you would also or only be interested in part-time employment.)

Reference Code r
25289

Contact person
Mr Prof. Dr. habil. Bilal Gökce
goekce@uni-wuppertal.de

Applications via
stellenausschreibungen.uni-wuppertal.de

Application deadline
02.12.2025

WE OFFER

Friendly working environment
Flexible working hours and hybrid working
30 days of leave
Family-friendly working conditions

Occupational health management and University Sports
Working in an international context
Large offer of continuing education courses
Company pension scheme

The University of Wuppertal is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from persons of any gender and persons with disabilities as well as persons with an equivalent status are highly welcome. In accordance with the Gender Equality Act of North Rhine-Westphalia, women will be given preferential consideration unless there are compelling reasons in favour of an applicant who is not female. The same applies to applications from disabled persons, who will be given preference in the case of equal suitability.
Applications including all relevant credentials (motivation letter, CV, proof of successful graduation as well PhD, job references, and if applicable, evidence of a severe disability). Kindly note that incomplete applications will not be considered.