Student Assistant " Peatland PV Projects in Agrivoltaics

Student Assistant "Support for Peatland PV Projects in Agrivoltaics"

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is one of the world's leading organizations for application-oriented research. 74 institutes develop pioneering technologies for our economy and society – more precisely: 30 000 people from technology, science, administration and IT. They know:
Anyone who comes to Fraunhofer wants to and can make a difference. For themselves, for us and for the markets of today and tomorrow. As one of the world's largest solar energy research institutes, the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE makes a significant contribution to a sustainable, economical, secure, and socially equitable energy supply worldwide. Our goal is to advance the energy transition by providing concrete, implementable technological solutions through excellent research results, successful industrial collaborations, and spin-offs.

To this end, our ~1,300 employees conduct research in four key areas: energy supply, energy distribution, energy storage, and energy utilization. Fraunhofer ISE's state-of-the-art R&D infrastructure, with 22,300 m² of laboratory space, enables cutting-edge research at an international level. Be part of change You wish to play an active role in shaping the energy transformation and be part of a highly motivated team?

Then join us in advancing Agri-PV! Under the term Agri-PV, our group investigates a new form of photovoltaic systems that enables agricultural use of the same land area in addition to electricity generation. In doing so, we aim primarily to promote the resource-efficient use of agricultural land and to unlock expansion potential for renewable energy sources. With us, you will contribute to achieving this goal.

Together, we conduct research on topics such as the shade tolerance of crops, intelligent light management, synergy effects through dual land use, potential political support mechanisms, and technical and economic potential assessments. The Moor Power research project aims to conduct the first comprehensive investigation into the technical, ecological, socioeconomic and legal aspects of combining peatland rewetting with photovoltaics, known as peatland PV.

This also includes the use of rewetted peatland for paludiculture in combination with photovoltaic systems, known as paludiculture PV. Based on the findings, recommendations for the practical implementation of peatland and paludiculture PV in Germany will be developed.

For our "Microclimate and Agricultural Yield" team, we are looking for a student assistant starting at the earliest possible date with the following tasks:
You will support the project management in coordinating and implementing a major research project on peatland PV in Germany. You will conduct literature research and prepare the findings, together with the project results, for reports and scientific publications. You will contribute to nationwide networking and the dissemination of project results by supporting public relations activities across various media and communication channels.

You will support the planning, implementation and supervision of a pot experiment involving paludiculture crops at our Merdingen site. You will assist with the collection and analysis of on-site data, including plant assessments and microclimatic measurements. You will work on a wide range of industry-related research questions concerning hydrology and water balance.

What you contribute

• You are studying environmental science, biology, ecology, plant physiology, hydrology or a related field.
• You have a basic understanding of the interrelationships between agriculture, renewable energy and sustainability, or you are motivated to develop your knowledge in these areas.
• Initial experience in fieldwork is an advantage, but not a requirement.
• You find it easy to establish and maintain trusting professional relationships.
• You work with commitment, care and a strong focus on quality.
• You plan upcoming tasks independently and proactively, set appropriate priorities and manage your time effectively.
• You are confident in using standard Microsoft Office applications.
• Ideally, you have already gained…