Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is recruiting for a Student Research Assistant: APPLY NOW!
Apply for Student research assistant position for development of energy-related data collection tool!
Overview
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research institutions throughout Germany and is the world’s leading applied research organization. Around 30 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 2.9 billion euros.
At the Fraunhofer Research Institution for Energy Infrastructures and Geothermal Energy IEG, we conduct research in the fields of integrated energy infrastructures, geothermal energy and sector coupling for a successful energy transition. Based at eight different locations spread throughout Germany, we pursue applied research to develop innovative technologies for our clients from public agencies and private enterprises, with the ultimate objective of transferring innovation into marketable products and processes.
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Our team at Energy Infrastructures and Geothermal Energy IEG is developing a tool that enables the seamless collection of datasets pertaining to energy grids from open-access databases. To extend the tool’s usability, we are seeking a working student who has interest in data and is skilled in Python programming and data handling to join as Student research assistant.
What you will do
- Being actively in seek of open-access energy-related data for German.
- Contribution to the design and development of our evolving software packages.
- Work closely with the product management team to understand user requirements and translate them into actionable development tasks.
- Familiarity with data handling techniques, including data cleaning, transformation, and storage in various formats (CSV, JSON, databases, etc.).
What you bring to the table
- You are pursuing a degree in computer science, electrical engineering, the natural sciences or a related field with a focus on IT.
- Python programming skills and hands-on experience in Python development.
- Familiarity with various Python packages such as Shapely and geopandas.
- Familiarity with databases, particularly MongoDB.
- Passion for learning new technologies and keeping up-to-date with the latest trends.
- Experience with version control systems such as Git.
- Proficiency in the German language is required to effectively extract relevant information from German-language sources to contribute to our data collection efforts.
What you can expect
- Practice-oriented work environment that complements your studies with an attractive remuneration.
- Supervisors who will strengthen and support you to become successful.
- Targeted and individual guidance and mentoring.
- Well-equipped technical infrastructure and flexible working hours at IEG in Cottbus.
- Possibility to work remotely.
The weekly working time is 39 hours. This Student research assistant position is also available on a part-time basis. We value and promote the diversity of our employees’ skills and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.
With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.
Interested in the Student research assistant position? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding this Student research assistant position:
Maryam Daneshfar
Phone: +49 355 35540-165
Questions about the application process will be answered by:
Mr. Philipp Steinborn
Phone: +49 355 35540-172
Fraunhofer Research Institution for Energy Infrastructures and Geothermal Systems IEG
Application Deadline: 12/31/2023
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