PhD Method development for biodiversity impact assessment in the automotive industry (f/m/x)
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PHD AT THE BMW GROUP.
Bridging the gap between your doctoral studies and the kind of career challenge you’re looking for isn’t always easy. That’s why our ProMotion PhD programme gives you the opportunity to apply your passion and scientific expertise to very real challenges that could shape the future of mobility. If selected, you’ll have the chance to really develop your own future career path with us through your practice-related thesis, promote your chosen specialty from within – and position yourself to secure the career you’ve always wanted.
We, the BMW Group, offer you an interesting and varied PhD position in the field of life cycle assessment (LCA). The BMW Group's product sustainability team focuses on the life cycle assessment of various product models in order to better understand their respective environmental impacts. As part of our team, you will conduct research with a focus on assessing the impact on biodiversity.
What awaits you?
•You will develop a methodology for measuring biodiversity loss in the automotive industry and evaluate its integration into existing LCA methods and tools.
•You will play a central role in researching and further developing LCA methods and their implementation within the BMW Group.
•You will coordinate cross-industry and international standards and regulations on biodiversity with various internal BMW departments.
• As an LCA expert, you will represent BMW and your research topic at international conferences.
• You will have the opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary manner with various departments and contribute scientifically to the future development and integration of LCA standards in the automotive industry with a focus on biodiversity assessment.
•Through close collaboration with the BMW product sustainability team, you will gain comprehensive knowledge of the entire sustainability strategy and measures to reduce environmental impact at the BMW Group.
What should you bring along?
- Completed degree in Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability Management, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) or a comparable qualification.
- Initial work experience in sustainability management and life cycle assessment is desirable.
- Experience with LCA software and databases, e.g. OpenLCA and ecoinvent, Sphera LCA for experts, SimaPro, Brightway, Python or similar.
- High interest in LCA methodology, especially with focus on biodiversity impact assessment methods.
- Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration and the ability to analyze and structure complex contexts.
- Strong communication skills with business fluent English, German is an advantage.
You have a high degree of independence and are keen to join us in taking LCA methodology to the next level? Apply now!
Note: Please apply exclusively online through our career portal. Applications submitted via other channels (including email) cannot be considered. Citizens of countries outside the European Union must have a valid residence or work permit for the duration of the program.
What do we offer?
- Comprehensive mentoring & onboarding.
- Personal & professional development.
- Flexible working hours.
- Digital offers & mobile working.
- Attractive, fair remuneration.
- Apartment offers for students (subject to availability & only Munich).
- And many other benefits - see bmw.jobs/benefits
Earliest starting date: 15.01.2026
Duration: 36 months
Working hours: Full-time
Do you have any questions? Then simply send your enquiry using our contact form. Your enquiry will then be answered by telephone or e-mail.
At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.
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