Job description
The Fraunhofer Research Institution for Battery Cell Production FFB, located in Münster, Germany, is supposed to become the central research and manufacturing infrastructure to enable industry to produce battery cells economically and ecologically. The aim of the Fraunhofer FFB is to accelerate the innovation and commercialization process of production technologies for existing and future cell formats. The focus is on gaining experience in the operation of large-scale production in order to close existing competence gaps in this field.
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What you will do
We are looking forward to your support in the areas of IT and administration as well as in the scientific departments:
- Product and Production Technology
- Digitalisation of Battery Cell Production
- Strategy and Corporate Development
What you bring to the table
- You are passionate about the battery cell production of tomorrow and want to support us in our project
- You show a high degree of independence, commitment and initiative
- Your key strengths are very good analytical and conceptual skills
- You are a team player and a strong communicator
- You have very good written and spoken German and English skills
What you can expect
- A highly motivated and cooperative team
- Close cooperation with renowned industry and research partners
- Freedom to take responsibility and to implement your own ideas
- Opportunity for a PhD in a personally chosen topic
- Excellent professional and personal development opportunities through a variety of internal training programs
- Flexible working hours
The weekly working time is 39 hours. This 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. Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD).
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.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact
Jessica Karsten
Recruiter
Phone: +49 251 48880 310
About this role
About Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
Company Overview
Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft e.V.
HeadquartersMunich, Germany
Founded1949
SizeApproximately 31,900 employees worldwide with industrial revenues of €966 million in 2025 (source: fraunhofer.de)
What They Do
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is Germany’s leading organization for applied research, specializing in translating scientific findings into practical industrial applications. Their core business includes pre-competitive contract research that develops cross-industry technologies for both industry and society, including solutions for climate protection, healthcare, and artificial intelligence (AI) (source: fraunhofer.de). The organization operates 76 institutes and research units across Germany, as well as international locations in the USA, Europe, Asia, and South America, ensuring broad technological and geographic coverage (source: fraunhofer.de). A distinctive feature is the high proportion of industrial revenue, which keeps research market-oriented and closely aligned with the needs of the private sector (source: fraunhofer.de). The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft operates as a registered association (e.V.) and is primarily funded through a 90:10 mix of federal and state funds alongside contract research (source: fraunhofer.de).
Projects & Track Record
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft has shown steady growth in industrial revenues and employed around 31,900 staff in 2024 and 2025 (source: fraunhofer.de). In 2025, industrial revenues rose to €966 million, including €768 million from industrial contracts and €198 million from licensing fees, with a total business volume of €3.574 billion (source: fraunhofer.de). The organization reported 507 invention disclosures and 439 patent applications in 2024, highlighting its strong innovation capacity and successful technology transfer (source: idw-online.de).
Recent Developments
Over the past two years, the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft has further increased its industrial revenues while maintaining a stable workforce, indicating sustainable growth and strong demand for applied research (source: fraunhofer.de). Additionally, the number of patent applications and invention disclosures has remained high, confirming the organization’s innovative strength (source: idw-online.de). The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft continues to invest in expanding its international presence and developing cutting-edge technologies in areas such as artificial intelligence and climate protection (source: fraunhofer.de).
Working There
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft offers a wide range of employment opportunities in research, administration, and technical fields, as well as student positions such as internships, theses, and doctoral roles (source: fraunhofer.de). The work culture is characterized by flat hierarchies, interdisciplinary project collaboration, and international teams, supported by structured development programs like TALENTA for women in science and leadership (source: fraunhofer.de). Documented benefits include flexible working hours, remote work options, family-friendly measures, parental leave support, training opportunities, company pension schemes, and a subsidy for the Deutschlandticket (source: fraunhofer.de).
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