Research associate for the development of rejuvenation heat treatments of Ni-Base alloys

In order to fill a fixed-term position in full-time (39.83 hours/week) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for a Research associate (f/m/x) for the development of rejuvenation heat treatments of Ni-Base alloys The Chair of Materials Engineering (Prof. Dr.-Ing. S. Weber) is part of the Institute of Materials within the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at RUB. We are engaged in the production, characterisation and optimisation of metallic materials that have been processed using conventional, powder metallurgical or additive manufacturing methods. Our focus is on the influence of different manufacturing processes on the microstructure and the resulting properties. A wide range of state-of-the-art testing methods and analytical techniques is available for investigating these properties. In addition to research and teaching, the Chair also engages in knowledge transfer to industry. In this way, the Chair acts as a bridge towards solving both relevant scientific and industrial technological problems. We are seeking a motivated researcher with a strong interest in Ni-base alloys, materials testing and materials science. A completed university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in engineering, natural sciences, or materials science is required. As a research assistant (m/f/x), you will independently and reliably plan the work packages for the project and carry out experiments, analyse the results and present them at conferences and publish them in journals. Scope: full-time Duration: fixed-term, 36 months Start: at the earliest possible date Apply by: 2026-08-11 Your tasks: - Planning and carrying out heat treatments under variable pressure, temüprature and duration - Metallografic sample preparation and microscopic microstructural analyses - Various materials testing methods for materials characterisation - Writing publications Your profile: - Are you interested in carrying out research into nickel-based alloys and do you already have some experience in this field? - You hold a Master’s degree from a university in materials science or a comparable qualification - Ability to work independently and in a team, with a structured and proactive mindset - Excellent written and spoken English skills (German is a plus) [https://jobs.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/jobposting/dfea20f25655561c2ed6f35f03301e637cc0703f0?ref=AfA](https://jobs.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/jobposting/dfea20f25655561c2ed6f35f03301e637cc0703f0?ref=AfA)