Research associate (m/f/d) - Emission measurements for sustainable aviation

With more than 15,000 students and 3,800 employees, the Technische Universität Braunschweig is one of Germany´s leading institutes of technology. It stands for strategic and performance-oriented thinking and acting, relevant research, committed teaching, and the successful transfer of knowledge and technologies to the economy and society. We consistently advocate for family friendliness and equal opportunities.

Our research focuses are mobility, engineering for health, metrology, and city of the future. Strong engineering and natural sciences are our core disciplines. These are closely interconnected with economics, social and educational sciences and humanities.

Our campus is located in the midst of one of the most research-intensive regions in Europe. We work successfully together with over 20 research institutions in our neighborhood as we do with our international partner universities.

Starting from 01.06.2026, the Institute of Internal Combustion Engines and Fuel Cells (ivb) is looking for a

Research Associate / Doctoral Candidate (m/f/d) in the field of Emission measurements for sustainable aviation
(EG 13 TV-L, full-time)

The position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for a period of 3 years. The successful applicant will be given the opportunity to pursue a doctorate.

Aviation is a major contributor to global climate change. More than half of this impact stems from non-CO₂ effects, which arise from complex combustion and mixing processes inside the engine and their interaction with the atmosphere. At the same time, these emissions degrade air quality and directly affect human health. To address this, the EU is planning stricter regulations but is encountering limits due to the high complexity:

1) Current methods for demonstrating emissions effects at high altitude remain insufficient.

2) Predictive estimation of the impact of sustainable fuels on non-CO₂ emissions proves very challenging.

The Technische Universität Braunschweig tackles this problem with a coupled aircraft operations and performance simulation model that integrates an emissions module. The goal is a low-emission fleet management system that responds robustly to different engines, operating points, and fuels (including SAF).

For validation, in a project carried out jointly by the Institute of Jet Propulsion and Turbomachinery (IFAS) and the ivb extensive engine tests are conducted on a fully functional high-bypass turbofan - an exclusive capability at TU BS in Europe. Thermodynamic parameters, gaseous emissions, soot particles, and precursors are recorded and evaluated under takeoff and cruise conditions. At the ivb, a measurement system will be designed, tested, and subsequently deployed on short- and medium-haul engines building on existing guidelines.

Your tasks

• You will carry out research in the area of emissions of aircraft engines
• You will publish research findings and participate in national and international conferences.
• You will be involved in teaching at the University (preparation and implementation of courses as well as supervision of students’ work).

Your Qualifications

• You have a degree (Master’s or equivalent) in specialization in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, aerospace engineering, or a comparable discipline.
• You have very good knowledge of the German and English language.
• You have experience in the field of emission measurements and measurement technology
• You are flexible, can perform under pressure and work well in a team.
• You are aiming for a doctorate.

We offer

• Work on exciting future-oriented research topics in an inspiring work environment as part of the university community
• A vibrant campus life in an international atmosphere with lots of intercultural offers and international cooperations
• Pay in accordance with the collective agreement TV-L (a special payment at the end of the year as well as a supplementary benefit in the form of a company pension, comparable to a company pension in the private sector) including 30 days' vacation per year
• Flexible working and part-time options and a family-friendly university culture, awarded the "Family-friendly university" audit since 2007
• Special continuing education programs for young scientists, a postdoc program, as well as other offerings from the Central Personnel Development Department and sports activities.

Further notes

We welcome applicants of all nationalities. At the same time, we encourage people with severe disabilities to apply. Applications from severely disabled persons will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Please attach a proof of disability to your application. We are also working on the fulfilment of the Central Equality Plan based on the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz—NGG) and strive to reduce under-representation in all areas and positions as defined by the NGG. Therefore, applications from women are particularly welcome in this case.

The personal data will be stored for the purpose of processing the application. By submitting your application, you agree that your data may be stored and processed electronically for application purposes in compliance with the provisions of data protection law. Further information on data protection can be found in our data protection regulations at https://www.tu-braunschweig.de/datenschutzerklaerung-bewerbungen . Application costs cannot be reimbursed.

Questions and Answers

For more information, please call Erich Wenz on +49 (0) 531 391-66933.

Deadline for applications is 30.04.2026

Are you interested? Please send your application preferably via email to ivb-leitung(at)tu-braunschweig.de

or via mail to

Technische Universität Braunschweig
Institut für Verbrennungskraftmaschinen und Brennstoffzellen
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Peter Eilts
Hermann-Blenk-Straße 42
38108 Braunschweig

from: 08.04.2026
valid until: 30.04.2026