Research Assistant - 1. Qualification phase for a doctorate

We work for a future resilient energy sector with focus on the dynamic evaluation and optimization of energy-conversion systems based on renewable energy and open-access optimization tools. We offer you a young, international, and inter-disciplinary working environment at a leading research institute in the heart of Berlin.

• Collaboration in research and teaching at the Chair of Energy Engineering and
  Climate Protection
• Supervision of seminars and courses
• Co-supervision of students
• Carrying out own research on the basis of the previous results of the chair

• Successfully completed scientific degree (Master, Diploma, or equivalent) in energy engineering, process engineering, power plant engineering or a closely related engineering science with a focus on energy engineering and thermodynamics with very good grades
• Excellent knowledge of thermodynamics and energy-conversion concepts as well as evaluation methods (exergy analysis, economic analysis).
• The ability to teach in German and/or in English is required; willingness to acquire the respective missing language skills
• Independent and structured way of working, ability to work in a team (desirable)
• Experience with energy system modeling and simulation (desirable)
• Familiarity with smart grids, sector coupling, or renewable energy integration (desirable)
• Good programming skills (Python, Julia, or similar), including handling and analyzing datasets(desirable)
• Basic knowledge of life cycle assessment (LCA), environmental modeling, or sustainability
  assessment (desirable)
• Experience in scientific writing and preparing grant proposals (desirable)

Please send your application, quoting the reference number, with the following documents:

• A cover letter that includes your motivation suitability for this position, and professional interests along with their connection to your studies and goals
• CV including relevant professional experience, knowledge, and, if applicable, a list of publications
• Copy of diplomas and grades from previous university studies,
  by email in a single PDF file (max. 5 MB) to Prof. Dr.-Ing. Fontina Petrakopoulou (fontina.petrakopoulou@tu-berlin.de).

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To ensure equal opportunities between women and men, applications by women with the required qualifications are explicitly desired. Qualified individuals with disabilities will be favored. The TU Berlin values the diversity of its members and is committed to the goals of equal opportunities. Applications from people of all nationalities and with a migration background are very welcome.