Werde Teil von Fraunhofer Gesellschaft: Deine Karriere als Student research assistant (m/f/d) Transformation Innovation Center in Stuttgart

Would you like to be part of an open and interdisciplinary team? Are you interested in participating in research projects?

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft e.V. is the world's leading organization for applied research. The Transformation Innovation Center (TIC) at the Fraunhofer-Informationszentrum für Raum und Bau (IRB), one of 76 independent institutes of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, focuses on facilitating and exploring transformation processes in organizations, companies, cities and communities. Our team combines expertise in transdisciplinary research, knowledge transfer, learning & development, citizen and open science in light of demographic, digital, socio-economic and socio-ecological challenges.

For two current subprojects in the field of "Innovation-promoting Learning Culture" and "Innovative Learning Formats," we are looking for student research assistants (m/f/d) for 10-15 hours per week, for a minimum of 6 months.

What you will do

• Involvement in the sub-project "Learning culture that promotes innovation": Participation in e.g., the investigation of barriers to innovation and the establishment of a learning lab

What you bring to the table

• You are enrolled at a German university, ideally in a master’s program in e.g., business (education), psychology, economics, sociology, information systems, or a related major
• You ideally have experience and knowledge in empirical research and are proficient in using statistical programs or are willing to familiarize yourself with such knowledge
• You have a very good command of English (written and spoken)
• You are proficient in the use of common office applications
• You have excellent teamwork and communication skills
• You are open-minded, have the ability to think critically, and have the ambition to continuously learn and grow
• You are interested in a longer-term collaboration

What you can expect

• Participation in challenging and interdisciplinary research projects
• Exciting insights into research with project partners from various sectors: academia, industry, society, and politics
• Working and thriving in a diverse, growing, and enthusiastic team
• Systematic onboarding as well as a wide range of opportunities for further training and education
• Flat management structure, open corporate and feedback culture
• Flexible working hours with generous options for remote work
• Opportunity for internship or student research projects (bachelor’s or master’s thesis)

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. 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? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!

Please address your questions and application, if applicable, indicating your preference for one of the subprojects to:

Dr. Anh Mattick
anh.mattick@irb.fraunhofer.de

Transformation Innovation Center
Fraunhofer-Informationszentrum Raum und Bau (IRB)
Nobelstraße 12
70569 Stuttgart
https://irb.fraunhofer.