
Student Research Assistant – Sustainability Management, Life Cycle Engineering
Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
part-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Braunschweig • Germany
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About the role
- Support in preparing life cycle assessments (LCAs) and life cycle cost analyses
- Learn new topics independently through self-directed research
- Prepare research results in engaging presentations and reports
- Assist the project lead in coordinating a variety of tasks within research projects
Requirements
- Enrollment in a degree program in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability Management, Mechanical Engineering, Bio-/Chemical Engineering, or a related field
- Basic knowledge of sustainability management and life cycle assessment (LCA)
- Basic experience with LCA software such as “LCA for Experts” or “Brightway” is desirable
- Basic knowledge of programming languages such as Python is desirable
- Very good verbal and written communication skills in German and English
Benefits
- Exciting and varied work in applied research
- Diverse projects with strong practical relevance
- Supportive working environment in an interdisciplinary, young team
- Flexible working hours and option for mobile/remote work to support study–work balance
- Encouragement of independent thinking and development of new skills
- Opportunity to write a term paper, bachelor's, or master's thesis
- Accessibility and equal opportunity
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
life cycle assessmentlife cycle cost analysissustainability managementprogramming languagesPython
Soft Skills
self-directed researchcommunication skills