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Faculty of Mechanical Engineering:
Materials Discovery and Interfaces 


In order to fill a fixed-term position in full-time (39.83 hours/week = 100%) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for  1

Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/x) - Information Management & Materials Informatics

The Chair of Materials Discovery and Interfaces is one of the leading research institutions in combinatorial materials research. By producing material libraries and characterizing them using high-throughput measurement methods, large amounts of data are generated and processed daily. Proper data storage and the development of web-based user interfaces represent significant challenges. Combined with data analysis methods such as data mining or big data, these efforts enable new scientific insights and the creation of knowledge-based predictive models. The ideal candidate will be capable of software development and practical applications in collaboration with research groups of the CRC TR 247 and beyond (e.g. CRC 1625, Synergy Grant DEMI) in the fields of Research Data Management and Materials Informatics.

In this position, you will focus on integrating and analyzing materials science data from various sources using RDMS tools. Your work will contribute to advance the understanding of material properties and their potential applications. You can expect to work on exciting projects in an interdisciplinary research environment focusing on data science. The position offers substantial freedom to implement creative solutions. Additionally, we provide opportunities to engage in academic projects related to software development for materials science.

Scope: full-time
Duration: fixed-term, 30.06.2026
Start: at the earliest possible date
Apply by:
2025-06-30

Your tasks:

- Communication with research groups, to figure out data formats required to support
- Development of software components and Web Services to incorporate new data formats in the existing Research Data Management System (RDMS)
- Extend existing RDMS with new features to enable interoperability with external solutions
- Write and publish scientific papers with the results of research

Your profile:

- Completed doctorate in the field of computer science or software engineering or comparable
-  Strong knowledge in algorithms and data structures
- Strong programming skills at least in one programming language (Python, C#, etc…)
- Experience in Web Service development (REST API)
- Experience in Web Data Visualisation
- Understanding of security threats and implementing secure solutions
- Experience: 2-3 solved projects

We offer:

    Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence, Employment at one of the largest universities in Germany within the University Alliance Ruhr, Options for flexible working (mobile working and teleworking), A qualified on-boarding and induction process, Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team

    Further information:

    The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV-L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV-L.

    Further information can be found at https://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/ (in German).

    The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.

    If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no teaching obligation. Please send us your complete and informative application documents (informative motivation letter, CV and up to 3 publications).

    German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF). https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/sbgk/index.html.en

    The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact wpr@rub.de.

    The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.


    The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.

    Contact persons for further information:

    S. Thienhaus , Tel.: +49 234 32 29972

    Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.

    We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2025-06-30. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 4631.

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