Student Assistant - Bioleaching & Hydrometallurgy (Critical Metals) (All Genders)
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Full-time
Intern / Student
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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
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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