Technical Assistant | Technische*r Assistent*in (w/m/d)

RWTH Aachen

Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Sep 1, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role involves supporting scientific staff in conducting and evaluating numerical simulations for research projects at a leading university research institution focused on modern aircraft propulsion and turbomachinery. Day-to-day tasks include setting up simulation parameters, monitoring runs, and ensuring data backup. The assistant will also be responsible for evaluating results using standardized formats, creating graphical representations, and documenting work steps. This position is ideal for someone with a background in physical-technical assistance or equivalent, who possesses basic knowledge of scientific simulation software and is looking to contribute to innovative concepts for future aviation and energy conversion systems in a structured and reliable manner. The role offers a chance to work closely with experimental investigations and advance cutting-edge research.

Required Skills

Education

Completed training as a physical-technical assistant (PTA) or equivalent qualification

Experience

  • Completed training as a physical-technical assistant or equivalent qualification
  • Basic knowledge in using technical or scientific simulation and evaluation software
  • Professional experience working precisely according to detailed instructions

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • This is a part-time position (50% of full-time hours) and is initially limited to 1 year. This position cannot be filled by individuals who have previously been employed by RWTH Aachen University, with exceptions for those over 52 years old and unemployed. Applicants must be able to work in Aachen, Germany.