As one of 76 institutes and research facilities of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, the leading organization for applied research in Europe, we show how to not only master crises, but grow from them. Pushing boundaries. Always trying something new. Not just thinking, but thinking ahead. We turn research into the future.

We want an earth that is worth living on. With our applied research on Circular Economy, Carbon Management, Green Hydrogen and Local Energy Systems, we make concrete contributions to achieving the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Our employees conduct research in the areas of energy, environment, safety, health, communication and mobility.

In unserer Abteilung »Energiesysteme« modellieren und bewerten wir lokale Energiesysteme und analysieren ihren Beitrag zur Energiewende. Zur Analyse und Bewertung der lokalen Energiesysteme nutzen wir unter anderem die Methode der Energiesystemoptimierung. In dem Projekt »Flexblue« befassen wir uns mit der Flexibilisierung des Kältesektors. Werde Teil unseres Teams und trage mit deiner Masterarbeit zur Energiewende bei!

In our department »Energy Systems« we model and evaluate local energy systems and analyze their contribution to the energy transition. One of the methods we use to analyse and evaluate local energy systems is energy system optimization. In the project »Flexblue« we deal with the flexibilization of the cooling sector. Become part of our team and contribute to the energy transition with your Master's thesis!

What you will do

• Development of an evaluation scheme based on existing key figures from previous work

• Identification of previously unconsidered influencing factors and definition of further relevant key figures

• Development and programming implementation of evaluation graphics for the evaluation scheme

• Exemplary application of the developed evaluation scheme

What you bring to the table

• Studies in natural sciences or engineering with a background in energy technology or mathematics

• Ideally knowledge of programming in Python

• Very good knowledge of German or English

• Interest in developing your own ideas and questions and integrating them into your work

• Independent, structured and reliable way of working

What you can expect

• As part of a dynamic team, you actively drive sustainable solutions for a resource-efficient future

• Opportunity to combine your knowledge from your studies with practical experience at the interface between business and science and to integrate your own ideas

• New Work, diversity and cooperative interaction are important components of our strategic orientation

• Flexible working hours - we know that your studies come first

• Flexible work locations that fit your studies - mobile work and on-site work are combined as needed

• Intense support for the preparation of your final thesis

• Health and mindfulness programs for good balance

• You can find even more attractive benefits here:Fraunhofer UMSICHT as employer

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. Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.

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!

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding this position:

Sebastian Berg: +49 208 8598-1702
Lena Rosin: +49 208 8598-1465
bewerbung@umsicht.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT

Requisition Number: 75754