Scientist - Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) Arsenides / Phosphides 1 in Freiburg bei Fraunhofer Gesellschaft

Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics IAF is one of the leading research facilities worldwide in the fields of III-V semiconductors and diamond. We develop electronic and optoelectronic devices and systems based on modern micro- and nanostructures. Our technologies find application in areas such as security, energy, communication, health, and mobility.

What you will do

The focus of your work as a scientist is the investigation of processes for the growth of complex sequences of group-III arsenide and phosphide layers by means of molecular beam epitaxy (MBE).

• You develop and optimize existing and novel molecular beam epitaxy processes for innovative opto-electronic and electronic devices
• You carry out analyses of and develop models for the growth kinetics of epitaxy processes.
• You manage research projects focused on either epitaxial layers or their applications and collaborate closely with other groups and departments within the institute.
• You contribute to the acquisition of publicly and privately funded research projects.
• Together with your group manager, you share the scientific responsibility for molecular beam epitaxy of group-III phosphides and arsenides as well as for the safe and effective operation of the required large-scale equipment.
• You support our process engineers and advise them on the operation, optimization and maintenance of the MBE equipment.

What you bring to the table

• A master’s degree or university diploma in one of the following or related fields: Physics, Crystallography, Engineering.
• You are interested in scientific questions involving epitaxy, crystal growing and growth kinetics.
• Ideally, you already have practical experience in molecular beam epitaxy or ultra-high vacuum technology.
• You have a foundational understanding of semiconductor device physics.
• You are able to effectively work in a team, have an open mind and a show a high level of intrinsic motivation.
• You can communicate effectively in English (at least B2).
• Ideally, you have some knowledge of German or an interest in learning the language.

What you can expect

• A cooperative and open-minded team
• Excellent working conditions and infrastructure
• An extraordinary level of granted independence and broad access to our scientific equipment
• The opportunity to benefit from our further training and professional development programs
• Company pension scheme
• A family-friendly workplace
• The possibility to participate in fitnessprograms (e. g. Hansefit)

The weekly working time is 39 hours. The position can also be filled part-time. The position is initially limited to 3 years. Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD). Additionally Fraunhofer may grant performance-based variable remuneration components.

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!

Fraunhofer IAF
Human Resources Department
Tullastraße 72
79108 Freiburg

Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics IAF

Requisition Number: 66397 Application Deadline: