Research Associate | Wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin/ Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter (m/w/d) 138/2025

TU Bergakademie Freiberg

Freiberg, Sachsen, Sachsen, Deutschland
Published Sep 24, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This Research Associate position, based at the Institute for Mechanical Process Engineering and Mineral Processing (MVT/AT), focuses on cutting-edge research in particle technology and mechanical separation techniques. The role involves developing and conducting experimental research in mineral processing and process control, with a strong emphasis on digitalization. You will characterize material flows from ore processing, develop structural-process relationships, and engage in process modeling, data evaluation, and digitalization. This is an exciting opportunity to work on projects with German and European industrial partners, focusing on fine grinding or (dry) magnetic separation of ores containing critical raw materials. The position offers a unique chance to contribute to a critical field, collaborate with diverse partners, and integrate your work into an excellent professional network.

Required Skills

Education

Above-average university diploma or master's degree in Process Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Applied Natural Sciences, or comparable field.

Experience

  • Professional experience in processing primary raw materials
  • Experience with grinding and physical separation processes
  • Experience in linking inline/online data with machine status or process results
  • Experience with particle imaging and analysis of multi-dimensional particle properties

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must meet employment requirements for fixed-term contracts according to WissZeitVG. Willingness for scientific further education.