Data Scientist for Materials Science and Physics

vor 4 Wochen


Jülich, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland Forschungszentrum Jülich Vollzeit

Your Job:

You will contribute to the data science and machine learning activities of the Forschungszentrum Jülich with exciting new topics. You will work in a multidisciplinary team of enthusiastic data scientists, software developers, and domain scientists on:

  • Development and adaptation of existing data mining and machine learning models
  • Design and implementation of machine learning algorithms for extracting information from experiment data
  • Evaluation and development of specialized and/or interpretable machine learning approaches for the domain of materials science and physics
  • Incorporation of machine learning results with simulation methods
  • Working on project-related tasks where you can interact with other scientists and collaborate with project partners
  • Preparation of scientific publications and participation in international conferences and workshops

Your Profile:

We are looking for a highly motivated colleague who is excited about new scientific endeavors with interdisciplinary approaches. For this, you have:

  • A completed university degree (Master or equivalent) in data science, computer science, mathematics, materials science, physics, or a related subject (or comparable proven experiences)
  • Practical experience in the area of data analysis, data mining, and ML/DL demonstrated through a thesis, publications in peer-reviewed journals, or open-source projects
  • Strong programming skills in Python and experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch)
  • Prior knowledge and experience with microscopy, topography, or crystallographic defects is highly desirable
  • Prior knowledge and experience with FEM software (e.g., FENICS) is highly desirable
  • Structured and analytical thinking as well as a systematic, careful, independent, and reliable working method
  • Excellent communication skills and commitment to work as part of a team

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and offer you the chance to actively help shape the change. We provide ideal conditions for you to complete your doctoral degree:

  • The opportunity to conduct exciting research in an international and multidisciplinary environment with outstanding infrastructure
  • A creative work environment at a leading research facility, located on an attractive research campus at the TZA Aachen and the Forschungszentrum Jülich
  • The opportunity to attend national and international conferences
  • Extensive company health management
  • Ideal conditions for balancing work and private life, as well as a family-friendly corporate policy
  • Flexible working hours, the option of slightly reduced working hours
  • Continuous mentoring from your scientific supervisor
  • 30 days of annual leave and provision for days off between public holidays and weekends (between Christmas and New Year)
  • Opportunity to develop your strengths through a comprehensive training program; a structured program including continuing professional development and networking opportunities specifically designed for Jülich's doctoral researchers by the Jülich Center for Doctoral Researchers and Supervisors (JuDocS)

In addition to exciting tasks and the collaborative working atmosphere at Jülich, we have a lot more to offer.

The position is initially for a fixed term of 3 years but with the prospect of longer-term employment. The salary is in line with pay group % of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund). In addition, an annual special payment is granted ("Christmas payment"), which amounts to 60% of the monthly salary.



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