Student Assistant on the subject of "Laser processing of cutting tools"

 

Nestled in a modern city surrounded by nature and with an exceptional standard of living, Leibniz University Hannover offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific community.

The advertised position offers the opportunity to gain initial insights into scientific work as well as a comprehensive look at various aspects of manufacturing technology. The IFW offers a modern research infrastructure, future-orientated topics and a large industrial network!

The Institute of Production Engineering and Machine Tools (IFW) welcomes applications for the following position available from now on: Student Assistant on the subject of "Laser processing of cutting tools" (23 hours per month)

The position is limited to 3 months for project-related reasons.

Your job at a glance

Polycrystalline cubic boron nitride (PcBN) is a highly wear-resistant material and is commonly used for machining hard materials due to its exceptional hardness. However, conventional processing methods of PcBN such as grinding are often associated with high costs, long processing times, and significant resource consumption. Laser-based methods offer a promising, contactless, and wear-free alternative. Together with us, you will help develop and optimize these innovative laser processes to enable low-damage and reliable machining of PcBN.

The area of responsibility includes support with:

• Planning and realisation of laser processing experiments
• Data acquisition and evaluation
• Development of process improvements

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a motivated student assistant to join our team with immediate effect.

Your profile:

• You have a good command of German
• Independent and structured work is a matter of course to you
• Knowledge in the field of machining is required

A prerequisite for employment is valid enrolment at a German university in a degree programme relevant to the position (mechanical engineering, chemistry, materials science or similar subjects).

Equal opportunities and diversity are core values at Leibniz University Hannover. Our goal is to tap into individual potential and open up possibilities. We therefore welcome applications from anyone interested in the position, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or ideology, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. Preference will be given to equally-qualified candidates with disabilities.

What do we offer?

With more than 5.000 employees, Leibniz University Hannover is one of the largest and most attractive employers in the Hannover region. We offer a vibrant interdisciplinary and international working environment, and promote personal and professional development ranging from subject-related skills to languages.

To promote health and well-being among employees, we offer an extensive sports programme with over 100 different sports, as well as a fitness centre with a sauna and climbing space. Health management measures, such as courses on stress management, good nutrition and relaxation, aim to ensure a healthy workplace.

 

Further information

For further information, please contact Mohamad Kraja (phone: 0511 762-19074, email: kraja@ifw.uni-hannover.de).

Please send your application with the usual documents by 30 May 2025 in electronic form to