Student Assistant – Bioleaching & Hydrometallurgy (Critical Metals) (All Ge at Bioweg

Monheim am Rhein, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bioleaching, Hydrometallurgy, Laboratory Work, Sample Preparation, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, HPLC, IC Analysis, Solution Chemistry, Titration, Data Analysis, Literature Review, SOP Documentation, English Communication, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

Overview BIOWEG is seeking a motivated student assistant (Werkstudent/in) to support the bioleaching and hydrometallurgical work within the BIOPEPLEACH project. You will work closely with the Project Engineer and collaborate with academic partners at TU Berlin. This is a hands-on laboratory role. You will be assisting in leaching experiments, preparing samples for analysis, maintaining lab equipment, and contributing to literature review. Your Role Laboratory work (primary focus): Hands-on experience in a chemical laboratory. Preparation of feedstock samples for leaching experiments Setting up experiments for leaching and filtration. Recording experimental parameters: pH, ORP/Eh measurements, temperature logging, sampling at defined time intervals Prepare samples for ICP-OES/ICP-MS/HPLC/IC analysis Maintenance of laboratory equipments like pH meters, ORP probes, and titration equipment Prepare calibration standards and reagent solutions Data and documentation: Analyze and extract important, applicable data from research papers. Maintain clean, organized lab documentation following SOPs Your Profile Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field Basic understanding of solution chemistry: pH, acid-base equilibria, precipitation reactions Understanding of hydrometallurgical concepts is an advantage Interest in sustainability, circular economy, and critical raw materials Hands-on laboratory experience (from coursework, internships, or thesis work) Careful, systematic working style with attention to detail and reproducibility Reliable, self-organized, and able to work independently after initial training Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced startup Good written and verbal communication skills in English (working language of the project); Fluency in German is a plus Why Us? What We Offer Hands-on involvement in a project at the intersection of biotechnology and hydrometallurgy Collaboration with academic partners at TU Berlin (UniSysCat Cluster of Excellence) Practical experience with industrial-relevant analytical techniques (ICP, HPLC, titration) Mentorship from an experienced process engineer with pilot-scale REE separation expertise Flexible hours compatible with your study schedule Potential for the role to develop into a thesis project (Bachelor's or Master's) About us BIOWEG is a purpose-driven company developing bio-based alternatives to fossil-based ingredients using Biotech and Green Chemistry. We create sustainable products that match or even outperform fossil-based alternatives while remaining price competitive. Our main products, MicBeads (sensory micropowder) and RheoWeg (rheology modifier), are used by leading cosmetics and chemical companies. We are driving to create a better world and a lasting, sustainable impact. Join our diverse and relentless team to revolutionize and drive green innovation across multiple industries.

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Responsibilities

The student assistant will perform hands-on laboratory work including leaching experiments, sample preparation, and equipment maintenance. Additionally, they will analyze research papers and maintain organized lab documentation following SOPs.