PhD, Postdoctoral & Research Assistant positions at BAM in Berlin, Germany.

Applications are now open for multiple research, PhD, and Postdoc positions at the Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) in Berlin, Germany. These openings cover fields such as chemistry, materials science, mechanical engineering, physics, mathematics, numerical methods, and related disciplines. Most positions offer full time or part time employment with salary according to the German TVöD pay scale (usually E 13). Contracts are temporary, typically lasting 24 to 36 months.

The opportunities are open to applicants of all nationalities who meet the required qualifications. There is no application fee. Application deadlines vary by position and generally fall between mid August and late August 2026.Key Details.You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: PhD, postdoc & Research
• Host Country: Germany (Berlin).
• Host Institution: Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM)
• Application Deadlines: Varies by position
• Open for: All nationalities

What These Positions Offer:

• Competitive monthly salary based on the German public service pay scale (TVöD E 13)
• Access to modern laboratories and high performance computing facilities
• Advanced scientific equipment for research work
• Structured training in digitalization, research data management, and scientific communication
• Flexible working hours and the option of mobile working
• 30 vacation days per year
• Family friendly work environment
• Opportunities to publish research results and present at conferences
• Collaboration in national and international research networks
• Possibility to pursue or complete a doctoral degree in many positions

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Eligibility Criteria:

• Master’s degree (or Diplom) required for PhD student positions
• Completed PhD required for Postdoc and PhD level research assistant roles
• Relevant academic background and practical experience in the specific field
• Good command of English (essential)
• Knowledge of German is advantageous but not always mandatory
• Strong initiative, teamwork skills, and ability to work in interdisciplinary environments
• Applications from all nationalities are welcome
• Women and people with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply

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List of Positions:

• Research Associate (m/f/d) in the field of Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Chemistry or similar Location: Richard-Willstätter-Straße 11, 12489 Berlin
  Science/Research
  Published: 12.08.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  

• Research Coordinator (m/f/d) of the “Component Safety” Department
  Location: Unter den Eichen 87, 12205 Berlin
  Science/Research
  Published: 06.08.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Research Coordinator (m/f/d) of the “Structural Safety” Department
  Location: Unter den Eichen 87, 12205 Berlin
  Science/Research
  Published: 06.08.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Research Coordinator (m/f/d) of the “Non-Destructive Testing” Department
  Location: Unter den Eichen 87, 12205 Berlin
  Science/Research
  Published: 06.08.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Research assistant in the field of mechanical engineering, materials science or a comparable engineering discipline
  Location: Unter den Eichen 44-46, 12203 Berlin
  Science/Research
  Published: 06.08.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Research Associate in the field of Analytical and Physical Chemistry, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline
  Location: Unter den Eichen 44-46, 12203 Berlin
  Science/Research
  Published: 06.08.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Scientific Associate (m/f/d) Investigation and evaluation of time-dependent material effects in metallic seals
  Location: Unter den Eichen 87, 12205 Berlin
  Science/Research
  Published: 29.07.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Research Associate (m/f/d) Investigation and Evaluation of Time-Dependent Material Effects in Metallic Seals
  Location: Unter den Eichen 87, 12205 Berlin
  Science/Research
  Published: 29.07.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• PhD-level research assistant (m/f/d) – Characterization of creep behavior using bending creep tests
  Location: Unter den Eichen 87, 12205 Berlin
  Division 5.2 Metallic High-Temperature Materials Science/Research
  Published: 28.07.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• PostDoc (m/f/d) – Characterization of creep behavior using bending creep tests
  Location: Unter den Eichen 87, 12205 Berlin
  Division 5.2 Metallic High-Temperature Materials Science/Research
  Published: 28.07.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Student assistant (m/f/d) in an information technology degree program
  Location: Unter den Eichen 87, 12205 Berlin
  Science/Research
  Published: 28.07.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• PhD student (m/f/d) in the field of mathematics, technomathematics, scientific computing, physics or an engineering discipline with a demonstrably strong focus on numerical methods Location: Unter den Eichen 87, 12205 Berlin
  Division 8.4 Acoustic and Electromagnetic Methods
  Science/Research
  Published: 27.07.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• PhD student (m/f/d) in the field of mathematics, scientific computing, physics or an engineering discipline with a proven strong focus on numerical methods
  Location: Unter den Eichen 87, 12205 Berlin
  Division 8.4 Acoustic and Electromagnetic Methods Science/Research
  Published: 27.07.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Research Associate (m/f/d) in the field of Chemistry, Physics, Civil Engineering, Mineralogy, Materials Science or similar
  Location: Unter den Eichen 44-46, 12203 Berlin
  Division 6.1 Surface and Thin Film Analysis
  Science/Research
  Published: 24.07.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Research Assistant (m/f/d) in the fields of chemistry, physics, civil engineering, mineralogy, materials science, or a related field
  Location: Unter den Eichen 44-46, 12203 Berlin
  Division 6.1 Surface and Thin Film Analysis Science/Research
  Published: 24.07.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Research assistant in the field of materials science, chemistry, environmental science or product design
  Location: Unter den Eichen 87, 12205 Berlin Administration (Referat S.3)
  Published: 22.07.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Research assistant in the field of mechanical engineering, physical engineering, materials science or a comparable engineering discipline
  Location: Unter den Eichen 44-46, 12203 Berlin
  Science/Research
  Published: 17.07.26
  APPLY HERE
  
  
• Research assistant in the field of analytical-physical chemistry, materials science or comparable Location: Unter den Eichen 44-46, 12203 Berlin
  Division 3.6 Electrochemical Energy Materials
  Science/Research
  Published: 13.07.26
  APPLY HERE

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How to Apply:

1. Visit the official BAM recruiting portal search page
2. Click on the desired position and use the APPLY HERE link provided in the individual job ad (direct to online application form).
3. Submit your application (CV, cover letter, certificates, publications, etc.) via the online system before the deadline. Alternatively, some positions allow postal submission.
4. Tailor your application to the specific Job-ID and requirements mentioned

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