Training & Carrers

Join us in shaping the future of glass and ceramic materials.
Zwei Mitarbeiterinnen arbeiten im Labor des Forschungsinstituts für Glas - Keramik (FGK)

Student projects & theses

Would you like to complete your student or final thesis in a supportive environment? We offer exciting projects and expert supervision. Get in touch to learn more about current topics!

Ansprechpartner

Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Jan Werner
Arbeitsgruppenleiter Funktionskeramik, Leitung Forschungsmanagement, Prokurist, Stellv. Laborleiter

Ansprechpartner

Doris Simon
Ausbildungskoordinatorin, Prüflaborantin

We are hiring trainees!

Starting August 1 each year, we offer apprenticeships (m/f/d) in the following fields:
For current apprenticeship openings, please contact our training coordinator.

Our open positions

We are always looking for motivated people who want to shape the future with us. Discover our current job opportunities and become part of our team.
Vollzeit | Höhr-grenzhausen

Materials testing technician / laboratory technician / testing technologist (m/f/d)

To strengthen our testing laboratory, we are looking for a dedicated materials testing technician / laboratory technician / testing technologist (m/f/d) in the field of ceramic materials testing. In close coordination with our clients, you will define testing requirements, plan suitable investigations and ensure their professional execution. As part of our interdisciplinary team, you will make a key contribution to quality assurance and the further development of our testing methods.
Mitarbeiter bei der Werkstoffprüfung keramischer Materialien im Prüflabor des Forschungsinstituts für Glas - Keramik (FGK)
Gruppenfoto von Mitarbeitenden des Forschungsinstituts für Glas - Keramik (FGK) mit verschiedenen Berufs- und Fachrichtungen

Unsolicited application

As an application-oriented research institute, we work on a wide range of topics related to raw materials, ceramic materials and process engineering within national and international collaborative research projects.
Please send your complete application documents in PDF format to CEO Dr. Nadja Kratz (bewerbung@fgk-keramik.de).

What is it like to work with us?

Our employees share insights into their daily work, the team and their experiences.
“As a laboratory manager at FGK, I am proud of our team and our work. For over 35 years, we have been researching and optimizing raw materials, glass and ceramics. Continuous development and strong team spirit make us successful. I value the opportunity to contribute my own ideas.”
Stefan Link
Laboratory Manager
“What I personally like about FGK is that, as a trainee, you are a full member of the team. You are supported in preparing for exams, including access to preparatory courses.”
Nadine Kessler
General Order Processing
“The work here at the institute is very diverse and offers many opportunities to contribute your own ideas. If you want to be part of a great team and work on exciting projects, you should definitely apply. I look forward to welcoming a new colleague!”
Helen Eschenauer
Project Manager Technology Transfer – Structural and Functional Ceramics

Internship

Discover new challenges with us and develop your skills. We look forward to supporting you on your journey and giving you insight into our working environment. Get in touch to learn more about our current internship opportunities and become part of our team!

Ansprechpartner

Doris Simon
Ausbildungskoordinatorin, Prüflaborantin