Specialist in life cycle analysis of data center infrastructures (m/f/d) Full-time

Scientific Computing Center Job Opportunity

The Scientific Computing Center is the Information Technology Center of KIT. The Scientific Computing and Simulation (SCS) department provides scientists at KIT and beyond with a wide range of infrastructures and services related to high-performance computing (HPC). The HoreKa research supercomputer operated by SCS is available nationwide for research projects as a Tier-2 performance class system. In addition, SCS provides services for all universities in the state of Baden-Württemberg as part of the Baden-Württemberg HPC Strategy (bwHPC) and operates, among other things, the bwUniCluster 3.0 as a basic Tier-3 performance class system.

We offer:

• An exciting job at the intersection of sustainability, IT, and research
• Collaboration on strategic projects for decarbonization and energy efficiency
• Collaboration in an interdisciplinary team with national and international partners

Curious about an exciting and versatile role in an agile team? Discover more about SCC as your professional place to be.

Your Tasks

As part of the project “Breathing Data Center – Life Cycle Analysis for Data Center Infrastructures,” a comprehensive approach to the ecological, economic, and social evaluation of data center infrastructures is being developed. The aim is to apply suitable life cycle assessment (LCA) methods to existing and planned HPC and big data storage systems, develop a digital twin, and derive measures for decarbonization and efficiency improvement in the context of the KIT sustainability strategy. The project “District Data Center”, which is being carried out in parallel during the same period, is supported in an advisory capacity with a particular focus on ecological aspects.

Your Profile

• Completed university degree (master's or equivalent) or doctorate in environmental sciences, computer science, engineering, or related fields
• In-depth knowledge of life cycle assessment (ISO 14040/44 compliant)
• Technical understanding of IT infrastructures and data centers
• Experience in project management and interdisciplinary communication
• Ability to communicate complex technical content in an understandable way
• Interest in sustainability, digitalization, and cross-disciplinary research
• Very good German and English skills

We Offer

• Science for Impact: Engage with topics of societal relevance — in an excellent scientific environment that enables change.
• Flexible Working Hours: Take advantage of flexible‑hours schemes, remote‑work options, part‑time models, and a 30‑day annual leave entitlement to achieve an optimal work‑life balance.
• Career‑Building and Developmental Opportunities: We provide you with a structured onboarding program, a broad spectrum of continuing‑education options, and personalized support, thereby fostering your individual growth.
• Family-friendliness: The “KIT‑Family +” program assists you in reconciling work and family life by offering childcare services, holiday activities, a parent‑child office space, and assistance with caring for relatives.
• Stay Healthy: Under the motto “Fit at KIT – Body, Mind and Soul,” we promote your well‑being through fitness classes, mental‑health programmes, and regular preventive health examinations.
• Individualised Extra Benefits: Enjoy a corporate pension (VBL), a €25 monthly contribution toward a JobTicket BW, plus a broad selection of cultural and recreational programmes.

Job location: Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen (and Karlsruhe)

Salary: Salary category 13 TV-L; classification is based on personal and professional qualifications.

Contract duration: 3 years

Contact person in line-management Dr. Samuel Braun samuel.braun@kit.edu +49 721 608-25651

If you have general questions about the application process, please contact Dominik Meschar Personalservice (PSE) dominik.meschar@kit.edu +49 721 608-25029

At KIT we value the diversity of our employees; different perspectives and backgrounds enrich our work. We therefore welcome applications from all candidates. Women are especially encouraged to apply. Applications from recognized severely disabled individuals are given preferential consideration when qualifications are equal.

Application up to: Job posting number: 205/2026