TUD Dresden, a University of Excellence, has opened applications for a Research Associate (m/f/x) fellowship position at the Faculty of Mechanical Science and Engineering, within the Chair of Forming and Machining Processes.
Starting July 1, 2025, this role is part of the ambitious “2nd Life Metal Components” project—a €13 million initiative funded by the Werner Siemens Foundation aimed at revolutionizing the reuse and upcycling of metal components. This is more than just a research research position—it’s your chance to pursue a PhD while reshaping the future of sustainable manufacturing.
Funding & Benefits
- Funding Source: Werner Siemens Foundation (€13 million total project funding)
- Salary: Based on E13 TV-L scale (German public sector pay scale)
- Employment Period: From July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028
- Perks:
- Fully funded research position
- Opportunity to pursue a PhD at a top global university
- Scientific freedom and creative problem-solving
- Strong interdisciplinary, international research environment
- Contributions to the development of a new Master’s program – REMM (Resource-Efficient Manufacturing and Materials).
Research Area: 2nd Life Metal Components
This cutting-edge research project is focused on creating innovative, non-destructive material and part characterization methods that drastically reduce energy consumption (by up to 90%) and increase the functional value of recycled metal components. Key goals include:
- Identifying and classifying first-life metal components
- Using generated data to plan upcycling processes
- Collaborating across disciplines in a vibrant academic team
- Publishing results in journals and presenting findings at conferences
- Supporting a newly emerging study program in sustainable manufacturing.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following qualifications:
- A very good to good university degree in engineering sciences, ideally in material characterization, mechanics, or simulation methods
- Strong motivation and adaptability to dynamic research challenges
- Independent and creative mindset, paired with team spirit
- Solid expertise in material characterization, mechanics, or modeling/simulation techniques
- Strong communication skills in German and English
- Programming experience (Python, VBA, or similar) and familiarity with CAD and FEM tools are advantageous
- Open to international applicants, with encouragement for women and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Apply: https://www.verw.tu-dresden.de/StellAus/stelle.asp?id=12066&lang=en
Application Timeline
The last date to apply for the Research Associate Position under the “2nd Life Metal Components” project at TUD Dresden University of Technology is April 25, 2025.
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