Your partner for research, testing and training
The Sächsisches Textilforschungsinstitut e. V. (STFI) is an independent industrial research organisation. Our partners are primarily small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), whose innovative capacity we strengthen through application-oriented research. As a leading textile institute, we are the first point of contact for resource-efficient technologies, efficient processes and digitalisation within the textile industry and among users of textile materials. Our team of interdisciplinary scientists, engineers and laboratory technicians brings your ideas to life. Our technical facilities and laboratories offer you a comprehensive portfolio of industrial and semi-industrial scale equipment to ensure rapid transfer into industrial processes. We support our clients through our strong network within the international industry and European research environment.
Our mission
As a European leader in textile research, we drive innovation that conserves resources, improves processes and protects people. We address technical and societal challenges through an open, interdisciplinary and reliable approach. Based on scientific research, we develop sustainable ecological solutions for practical application and ensure that your textile products and processes are safe. In this way, our experience forms the foundation of your future economic success. We focus on the circular economy and recycling, environmentally friendly materials, health and lifestyle, industrial applications and filtration, as well as personal and property protection.
Our vision
Our vision is a sustainable, interconnected and forward-looking world in which textile innovations address social and industrial challenges and enable responsible value creation.
Institute Management
Dipl.-Inf. Hendrik Beier
Deputy Manager
Phone: +49 371 5274-0
Email: hendrik.beier@stfi.de
Dr. Heike Illing-Günther
Managing Director
Phone: +49 371 5274-0
Email: heike.illing-guenther@stfi.de//
The STFI as an employer
At the STFI in Chemnitz, more than 150 scientists, technicians and laboratory assistants work together to develop innovative solutions for the textiles of tomorrow. Working in interdisciplinary teams, they create new materials, sustainable technologies and practical testing and certification services for industry and research.
The STFI offers attractive career opportunities for experienced professionals as well as for university graduates seeking a solid start in applied textile research. At the same time, the institute is deeply committed to training the next generation of scientists, particularly through internships for school pupils and students, supervision of dissertations and final theses, and as a recognised industry partner of the Glauchau University of Cooperative Education.
Vocational training in textile research is also available at the STFI. Anyone interested in innovative materials, sustainable technologies and practical research will find a modern research environment here in Chemnitz with a wide range of career prospects.
We respect human rights
We are committed to respecting internationally recognised human rights in accordance with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, in particular the International Bill of Human Rights and ILO core labour standards, and we advocate compliance with them.
Gender Strategy
Through its gender strategy, the STFI aims to achieve a balanced representation of female and male staff across all organisational units and hierarchical levels, as well as in all roles and functions. Key objectives include establishing fairness across all genders in career progression, raising public awareness of this socially significant issue, and further improving the working conditions for women, men and people of diverse genders in their day-to-day work.