Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) is one of the largest universities in Germany. Thanks to its location in the Rhine-Main science region, the university can unfold to its full potential and showcase its innovative power and dynamism. Its status as a comprehensive university allows for multidisciplinary learning and teaching and has great potential for internationally renowned, interdisciplinary research. Almost all of its institutes are located on a single campus close to the Mainz city center – creating a lively academic culture for researchers, teaching staff, and students from every continent.
In our research group “Experimental Quantum Optics and Quantum Information”, we investigate various scientific questions in the field of quantum physics using cold, neutral atoms. This includes experiments on long-range magnetic interactions, experiments to test Einstein's equivalence principle, and other applications of quantum sensor technology.
In the BECCAL project, in which this position is located, we are collaborating with various German universities and research institutions, as well as NASA to develop an experiment for the generation and investigation of quantum gases on board the International Space Station.
Your tasks:
Collaboration in research on the development of laser systems for the International Space Station as part of the BECCAL project
Specific:
Perform risk and reliability management for the optical splitting and distribution system for the BECCAL payload
Generate and maintain quality assurance (QA) and product assurance (PA) documentation to support the project
Participate and support in material, part, and process assurance
Define and coordinate inspections, verifications and qualifications of flight hardware according to the relevant ECSS standards
Examine and document the status of the laboratories with respect to ESD and cleanliness
Your profile:
In addition to the general requirements according to public services law, applicants must meet the recruitment requirements stipulated in § 57 of the Hochschulgesetz of Rhineland-Palatinate.
Scientific university degree in physics, aerospace engineering, or related fields (master level)
A doctorate relevant to the position is an advantage
Experience in quality/ product assurance in aerospace or similar desirable
Interest in and understanding of the role and tasks of quality assurance
Proven experience to work, verify and inspect against an industry standard is an advantage (Preferred space. However also other fields like defence, medical, automotive or aerospace could also be relevant.)
Experience in space projects and the implementation of ECSS is an asset
Preferably experience in working with lasers, optics, or cold atoms
Excellent communication skills in English
Good German language skills are an advantage
Ability to work transparent, structured, and forward-looking as well as be a key team player
The position is paid according to EG 13 TV-L (100%) and to be filled as soon as possible. The position is temporary for a fixed term until 29.02.2028. An extension of the position is intended.
As the work involves collaboration with NASA and involves working on export-controlled hardware, only applicants with nationalities from country group A5 according to Annex 1 of the license exceptions of the Bureau of Industry and Security of the U.S. Department of Commerce can be considered.
JGU is diverse and welcomes qualified applications from people with varied backgrounds.
We aim to increase the number of women in the field of research and teaching and therefore encourage female researchers to apply.
People with severe disabilities and people with disabilities who are treated equally in accordance with Section 2 (3) SGB IX will be given preferential consideration if they are suitable.
How to apply
Please apply via the JGU Career Portal (https://stellenboerse.uni-mainz.de/jgu/job/51966)
Research Associate quality assurance/product assurance
Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) is one of the largest universities in Germany. Thanks to its location in the Rhine-Main science region, the university can unfold to its full potential and showcase its innovative power and dynamism. Its status as a comprehensive university allows for multidisciplinary learning and teaching and has great potential for internationally renowned, interdisciplinary research. Almost all of its institutes are located on a single campus close to the Mainz city center – creating a lively academic culture for researchers, teaching staff, and students from every continent.
In our research group “Experimental Quantum Optics and Quantum Information”, we investigate various scientific questions in the field of quantum physics using cold, neutral atoms. This includes experiments on long-range magnetic interactions, experiments to test Einstein's equivalence principle, and other applications of quantum sensor technology.
In the BECCAL project, in which this position is located, we are collaborating with various German universities and research institutions, as well as NASA to develop an experiment for the generation and investigation of quantum gases on board the International Space Station.
Your tasks:
Collaboration in research on the development of laser systems for the International Space Station as part of the BECCAL project
Specific:
Perform risk and reliability management for the optical splitting and distribution system for the BECCAL payload
Generate and maintain quality assurance (QA) and product assurance (PA) documentation to support the project
Participate and support in material, part, and process assurance
Define and coordinate inspections, verifications and qualifications of flight hardware according to the relevant ECSS standards
Examine and document the status of the laboratories with respect to ESD and cleanliness
Your profile:
In addition to the general requirements according to public services law, applicants must meet the recruitment requirements stipulated in § 57 of the Hochschulgesetz of Rhineland-Palatinate.
Scientific university degree in physics, aerospace engineering, or related fields (master level)
A doctorate relevant to the position is an advantage
Experience in quality/ product assurance in aerospace or similar desirable
Interest in and understanding of the role and tasks of quality assurance
Proven experience to work, verify and inspect against an industry standard is an advantage (Preferred space. However also other fields like defence, medical, automotive or aerospace could also be relevant.)
Experience in space projects and the implementation of ECSS is an asset
Preferably experience in working with lasers, optics, or cold atoms
Excellent communication skills in English
Good German language skills are an advantage
Ability to work transparent, structured, and forward-looking as well as be a key team player
The position is paid according to EG 13 TV-L (100%) and to be filled as soon as possible. The position is temporary for a fixed term until 29.02.2028. An extension of the position is intended.
As the work involves collaboration with NASA and involves working on export-controlled hardware, only applicants with nationalities from country group A5 according to Annex 1 of the license exceptions of the Bureau of Industry and Security of the U.S. Department of Commerce can be considered.
JGU is diverse and welcomes qualified applications from people with varied backgrounds.
We aim to increase the number of women in the field of research and teaching and therefore encourage female researchers to apply.
People with severe disabilities and people with disabilities who are treated equally in accordance with Section 2 (3) SGB IX will be given preferential consideration if they are suitable.
