Student Thesis in the field of »Multiphysics modelling of All-Solid-State Batteries«

The Fraunhofer Institute for Surface Engineering and Thin Films IST in Braunschweig offers motivated students the opportunity to work on a student thesis/research project on the topic »Modeling of electrochemical and mechanical stress for All-Solid-State Batteries« in the Process and Production Engineering for Sustainable Energy Storage Systems department from 01.06.2024.

What you will do

•    Developing an electrochemically coupled mechanical model to simulate the stress generation in All-Solid-State Batteries 
•    Preparation and interpretation of simulation results

What you bring to the table

You are studying mechanical engineering, computer science, materials science or a comparable subject and fulfil the following requirements:
•    Motivation to explore scientific challenges
•    Previous experience with Comsol Multiphysics
•    Preferable knowledge in All-Solid-State Battery systems
•    Independent, disciplined and conscientious way of working
•    Flexible, reliable and motivated
•    Good handling of English as working language

What you can expect

•    Precise and clearly defined tasks
•    Supervision and support
•    Team-oriented work
•    Access to necessary resources
•    Possibility of self-thinking and develop skills accordingly

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. 

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future. 

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!

We will be happy to answer any questions about this position:

Cerun Alex Varkey
Tel.: +4915170351116

Fraunhofer Institute for Surface Engineering and Thin Films IST

Requisition Number: 73993                Application Deadline: