Materials Science Engineer as Scientific Staff Member with Project Management Function (80–100 %)
Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz FHNW
Windisch
Key information
- Publication date:13 November 2025
- Workload:80 – 100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Windisch
Job summary
Join FHNW as a materials science engineer in a dynamic environment. Enjoy flexibility, creativity, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Tasks
- Lead research and service projects in materials science.
- Acquire new partners and develop innovative project ideas.
- Support lab exercises and mentor students in material science.
Skills
- Degree in materials science or engineering; relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of microstructure and property formation.
- Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.
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Materials Science Engineer as Scientific Staff Member with Project Management Function (80–100 %)
University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW, Institute for Product and Production Engineering
Your tasks:
Shape the materials of the future with us!
At the Institute for Product and Production Engineering, we combine research, teaching, and industry partnerships to develop innovative solutions for sustainable and efficient production. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a committed personality with a passion for materials science and joy in practice-oriented research.
Your tasks:
- Management and execution of research and service projects in the field of materials science
- Acquisition of new project partners and development of innovative project ideas
- Independent operation and further development of analysis and testing technology in the materials laboratory
- Supervision of laboratory exercises and academic support of students
Your profile:
- Completed studies in materials science or materials engineering (FH/University/ETH)
- Professional experience in an industrial or scientific environment
- Solid knowledge in microstructure and property formation, heat treatment, and soldering processes of metals
- Experience with thermodynamic simulation (e.g., Thermo-Calc) and EBSD measurements is an advantage
- Very good English skills in spoken and written form
- Enjoy working independently, combined with team spirit and a solution-oriented mindset
The uniqueness of FHNW is reflected in the combination of teaching and application-oriented research as well as collaboration with practice. The complementary perspectives enable a differentiated understanding and action in a rapidly changing world. Exchange and collaboration are paramount.
Will you soon be part of our team? We look forward to receiving your application by December 31, 2025, and to shaping the future of materials technology together with you.
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