PostDoc Mechanical Engineering (f/m/d)
Within the KIT, automation solutions are developed and put into use in a wide range of areas to support scientists. Within the institute IBCS-FMS, solutions for the automation of chemical synthesis processes are being developed and prepared for integration into a fully automated chemical synthesis system. The work includes the automation of various processes that are currently carried out manually and whose automation can be expected to bring considerable advantages by accelerating science. We are looking for people to strengthen the team in various areas of focus, especially for the integration of new components for electrochemical experimentation. We offer the opportunity to work in a highly motivated team that is ready to meet the challenges of digitalization and automation. Through the design and construction of new components, previous limits of experimentation are dissolved. We work closely with software development teams to build powerful systems that support all processes of scientific work - from the design of experiments to their automated execution and evaluation. A special focus will be on the development of components that can be made available to other scientists as Open Hardware (whenever possible).
Organizational unit
Institute for Biological and Chemical Systems - Functional Molecular Systems (IBCS-FMS)
Job description
As part of the project ETOS E-Scope you will take on the following tasks:
- System design for the components of the robotics project, taking into account the overall project
- Design and development of the electronic components of the project
- Design of the sub-components consisting of hardware (including electronic components) and control system
- Programming of control components
- Selection and commissioning of commercial mechatronic components
- Documentation of the work according to the discipline-specific standards
Starting date
ab sofort
Personal qualification
You have a scientific university degree (Diploma (Uni) / Master) and a completed doctorate in mechanical engineering or alternatively materials science or chemistry, with knowledge of electrochemistry. You also have experience in the construction of plants/mechanical engineering. You have experience in 3D printing and can independently plan and create new 3D printed objects. Furthermore, you have expertise in the field of electronics and the design and construction of electronic components. You have at least basic experience in programming robotic components (e.g. robot arms). Personally, you are characterized by your conceptual and creative thinking as well as a structured way of working. A very good command of English rounds off your profile.
Salary
Salary category 13, depending on the fulfillment of professional and personal requirements.
Contract duration
2 years
Application up to
17.05.2024
Contact person in line-management
For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Stefan Bräse, stefan.braese@kit.edu.
Please apply online using the button below for this vacancy number 212/2024.
Vacancy number: 212/2024
We prefer to balance the number of employees (f/m/d). Therefore we kindly ask female applicants to apply for this job. Recognized severely disabled persons will be preferred if they are equally qualified.Contact
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