Research Associate in Mechanically Soft Micro and Macro Composites for Wearable Devices | Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in Mechanisch weiche Mikro und Makrokomposite für tragbare Geräte

Job Summary

This Research Associate position involves contributing to the development of flexible, polymer-based sensor patches within the SFB 1261 project at Kiel University. The core focus is on creating functional materials and structures for integrated sensor systems, specifically developing and characterizing flexible electrical conductor tracks using polymer composites. Responsibilities include formulating printable pastes and processing them into functional conductor structures using techniques like Doctor-Blade, 3D, and Bioprinting. A significant part of the role involves designing, manufacturing, and optimizing triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) for energy harvesting from mechanical movement, aiming for autonomous, battery-less sensor operation. The ideal candidate has a strong background in materials science, polymer composites, and additive manufacturing, coupled with enthusiasm for experimental lab work and interdisciplinary research in flexible electronics and biomedicine.