Doctoral Candidate (m/f/d) in the field of drone-based air quality research and airborne wind energy research

With more than 16,000 students and 3,800 employees, the Technische Universität Braunschweig is one of Germany´s leading institutes of technology. It stands for strategic and performance-oriented thinking and acting, relevant research, committed teaching, and the successful transfer of knowledge and technologies to the economy and society. We consistently advocate for family friendliness and equal opportunities.

Our research focuses are mobility, engineering for health, metrology, and city of the future. Strong engineering and natural sciences are our core disciplines. These are closely interconnected with economics, social and educational sciences and humanities.

Our campus is located in the midst of one of the most research-intensive regions in Europe. We work successfully together with over 20 research institutions in our neighborhood as we do with our international partner universities.

Starting from 1 November 2024, the Institute of Flight Guidance is looking for a

Doctoral Candidate (m/f/d) in the field of drone-based air quality research and airborne wind energy research
(EG 13 TV-L, full-time)

The position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for a period of 3 years. The successful applicant will be given the opportunity to pursue a doctorate.

The position is available in the work group “Airborne Meteorology and Measurement Techniques” at the Institute of Flight Guidance Institute. The work group has the focus on atmospheric research, in particular concerning aerosol and air pollution, wind energy, and feedback processes in polar areas, making use of different flying platforms (drones, aircraft, helicopter-borne sonde).

Your tasks

• You will carry out research in the area of sensor and drone development, preparation, participation and evaluation of drone measurements for air quality and wind energy.
• You will apply for and work on research projects.
• You will publish research findings and participate in national and international conferences.
• You will be involved in teaching at the University (preparation and implementation of courses as well as supervision of students’ work).

Your Qualifications

• You have a degree (Master’s or equivalent) in the field of engineering, meteorology, physics or related
• You have very good knowledge of the German and English language.
• You have experience in the analysis of large data sets, in particular airborne meteorological measurement data
• You have a background in atmospheric science
• You have expertise in the field of drone measurements
• You are flexible, can perform under pressure and work well in a team.
• You are aiming for a doctorate.

We offer

• Work on exciting future-oriented research topics in an inspiring work environment as part of the university community
• A vibrant campus life in an international atmosphere with lots of intercultural offers and international cooperations
• Pay in accordance with the collective agreement TV-L (a special payment at the end of the year as well as a supplementary benefit in the form of a company pension, comparable to a company pension in the private sector) including 30 days' vacation per year
• Flexible working and part-time options and a family-friendly university culture, awarded the "Family-friendly university" audit since 2007
• Special continuing education programs for young scientists, a postdoc program, as well as other offerings from the Central Personnel Development Department and sports activities.

Further notes
We welcome applicants of all nationalities. At the same time, we encourage people with severe disabilities to apply. Applications from severely disabled persons will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Please attach a proof of disability to your application. We are also working on the fulfilment of the Central Equality Plan based on the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz—NGG) and strive to reduce under-representation in all areas and positions as defined by the NGG. Therefore, applications from women are particularly welcome in this case.

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Questions and Answers
For more information, please contact Prof. Dr. Astrid Lampert (Astrid.Lampert@tu-braunschweig.de).

Deadline for applications is 1 September 2024

Are you interested? Please send your application as one pdf document via e-mail to astrid.lampert@tu-braunschweig.de

vom: 10.06.2024
gültig bis: 01.09.2024