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The Federal Institute of Hydrology is seeking to fill a position in the G2 “Water Chemistry” department within the framework of the AiM-2-PFAS project (Analysis of industrial wastewater for PFAS micropollutants) as soon as possible, with a fixed- term contract until October 31, 2028.
Research Assistant (University Diploma/Master’s) (m/f/d)
Specialization: Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Geoecology
The place of work is Koblenz.
Reference code of the job posting: 20261710_0002.
Within the framework of this diverse and innovative research project, you will conceptualize, plan, and execute the sampling and analysis of organic micropollutants in industrial wastewater. Furthermore, you will prioritize and evaluate the relevance of these substances to the wastewater pollution of various industrial sectors and organize the (further) development of methods for detecting organic micropollutants. The position is characterized by exciting scientific and organizational tasks in a highly topical, application-oriented research field. The excellent laboratory equipment, including state-of-the-art mass spectrometric measurement systems, within the context of an established research group, offers you an ideal research environment.
Application deadlineNovember 2, 2026
Start of workas soon as possible
working hoursFull-time
Type of contracttemporary
careerhigher service
Applicant group:Salaried employees
workplace
Designation:Federal Institute of Hydrology
Location:Koblenz
Postal code:56068
Federal State:Rhineland-Palatinate
We need you for this.
- Project planning and organization
- (Further) development of analytical methods for the detection of organic micropollutants (especially PFAS) in complex industrial wastewater using LC-(HR)MS/MS
- Planning, execution and evaluation of sampling and measurement campaigns
- Assessment of the relevance of organic micropollutants in wastewater from industrial plants
- Analytical quality assurance
- Statistical processing, evaluation, prioritization and presentation of the data
- Writing reports and scientific publications
Your profile
You should definitely bring the following:
- Completed university degree (university diploma/Master’s) in chemistry, environmental sciences or geoecology or comparable qualification
This is what sets you apart:
- Solid knowledge in the fields of environmental analytics and environmental chemistry
- Expertise and experience in the analysis of organic micropollutants, preferably using LC-MS (target and non-target) in environmental matrices
- Knowledge and experience with analytical quality assurance and statistical evaluation methods
- Experience in organizing research projects and a high motivation to publish research results through presentations, reports, and peer-reviewed publications.
- Experience in supervising employees
- Enjoyment of working in an interdisciplinary team
- organizational talent
- Good communication and conflict resolution skills
- Very good German (at least level C1) and English skills, both spoken and written.
- Willingness to undertake multi-day business trips
- Driving licence class B
- Promotion desired
We offer you this
Remuneration is based on the TVöD pay scale, group E 13. In addition, we offer supplementary benefits in accordance with the TVöD-Bund (Federal Collective Agreement for Public Service Employees). You will receive onboarding from a highly qualified team as well as needs-based professional development and continuing education.
Special notes
You can look forward to a well-equipped work environment with an innovative team, as well as interesting professional challenges. The weekly working hours are 39.
We offer our employees flexible working hours, including part-time and flexitime options, to accommodate work-life balance. Under certain conditions, flexible working from different locations is possible based on a company agreement. A parent-child workspace is available for employees facing childcare emergencies. We actively promote employee health through a range of health initiatives. Initial and ongoing training and development are tailored to individual needs.
Applications from women are expressly encouraged. In cases of equal qualifications, women will be given preferential consideration in accordance with Section 8 of the Federal Equal Opportunities Act (BGleiG).
Severely disabled applicants will be given preference if they have the same professional qualifications. Only a minimum level of physical fitness is required.
We welcome applications from people of all nationalities.
If you have obtained a foreign educational qualification , please include proof of its recognition by the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB) of the Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs with your application documents.
Selection will be made by a committee.
Do you feel addressed?
Then please apply by November 2nd, 2026 via the Electronic Application Procedure (EBV) on the entry page.http://www.bav.bund.de/Einstieg-EBV
Please select only the option “Application via reference code” and enter the reference code 20261710_0002 during the application process . You can find the user documentation via the link above.
Please then upload your complete application documents ( cover letter, CV, university diploma/Master’s degree certificate and transcript, work references/evaluations, and school leaving certificate ) as attachments to your candidate profile.
In addition, please enter your relevant academic qualifications under “Education/Qualifications” in your candidate profile and your employers for the last 5 years under “Professional Experience”
. For questions regarding the electronic application process, please contact the Federal Office for Administrative Services at +49 4941 602-240.
Contact persons
For technical information, please contact Dr. Löffler (Tel.: +49 261 1306-5219). For information regarding personnel matters, please contact personalgewinnung@bafg.de.
