Research Associate / Postdoc - Coating Characterization | Physiker (m/w/d)

Job Summary

As a Research Associate at the Institute of Energy Materials and Devices (IMD-2) in Forschungszentrum Jülich, you will play a critical role in advancing coating systems for gas turbines. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve investigating the microstructure of plasma-sprayed thermal insulation coatings, conducting high-temperature exposure tests with and without water vapor, and characterizing mechanical properties such as Young's modulus, thermal conductivity, and hardness. Working closely with industrial partners, you will also analyze the impact of volcanic ash on abradable coatings. This position is highly attractive for its focus on the energy transition, offering a bridge between fundamental science and industrial application. You will be part of a dynamic, international team of over 100 specialists, benefiting from a family-friendly corporate policy, flexible working conditions, and targeted professional development opportunities within one of Europe's largest research centers.