> Scope: Fulltime 100%
> Temporary: 3 years
> Remuneration: TV-L EG13
> Start: as soon as possible

For the Institute for Energy Conversion and Storage we are looking for an

Academic employee (m/f/d) - doctoral position

We seek to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and particularly encourage qualified female scientists to apply for this position.

Severely disabled applicants with equal aptitude will be given preferential consideration.

Full-time positions are generally divisible.

Decarbonizing the energy supply requires increased use of renewable energy and an expansion of storage capacities. One promising technology is the storage of electrical energy as heat in so-called Carnot batteries or PTES (Pumped Thermal Energy Storage) systems.

Your profile:

• Degree in engineering (master) or a related field with above-average results
• Excellent knowledge of thermodynamics
• Good knowledge of control engineering
• Experience in modeling and simulation
• Interest in experimental work
• Excellent proficiency in English and German
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to work independently and take personal responsibility

Your responsibilities:

• Development of a dynamic system model to represent a realistic PTES system based on the Brayton cycle
• Validation of system components using experimental data or data sheets
• Development of a control system for dynamic system operation
• Development of start-up procedures and operating strategies for part-load and cyclic operation
• Analysis and evaluation of system optimization approaches to enhance flexibility and efficiency
• Analysis and evaluation of the technology's future potential for use in large-scale energy storage applications

We offer:

• Oportunity to pursue a doctorate
• Exciting and relevant research topics
• An interdisciplinary team
• Participation in doctoral seminars and training courses
• Oportunity to attend international conferences

The university and what we offer:
Seize the opportunity and join us in shaping the future of the University!

>reference-no.: 26154 > Application deadline: 08.11.2026

Hiring is done by the Central University Administration.

Your contact for further information:

Caroline Willich, phone +49 731 50-25547

We look forward to your application via our online application portal