Research Associate - Cleaning Processes | Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter (m/w/d) Reinigungsprozesse

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Heidenheim

Oberkochen, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Feb 13, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Research Associate for Cleaning Processes, you will be responsible for the end-to-end development and implementation of advanced aqueous and physical cleaning processes for mechanical components. Working for a leading technology service provider, you will transition these innovative processes into industrial manufacturing environments. A core part of your daily activities involves conducting high-level surface analysis to detect inorganic, molecular, and particulate contamination using sophisticated analytical methods. You will continuously optimize existing technologies and methodologies to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented scientist who enjoys bridging the gap between laboratory research and practical industrial application. The position offers a permanent contract, mobile working flexibility, and a structured onboarding program within an innovative project environment.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Physics, Physical Chemistry, or a comparable scientific qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in industrial cleaning procedures and methods
  • Practical experience in surface analytics and contamination detection
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and introducing new processes into production environments
  • Experience working with analytical tools such as XPS, AFM, or TOF-SIMS

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • The role requires an independent and practically oriented working style. Candidates must be willing to work on-site at customer manufacturing facilities for process implementation.