research assistant / PhD Student (m, f, x) in micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) research for 3 years bei Ruhr Universität Bochum

Ruhr Universität Bochum

The Chair of Microsystems Technology at the Faculty of of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology is looking for a

research assistant / PhD Student (m,f,x) in micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) research for 3 years, 39,83 hours per week, TVL E13

The Chair for Microsystem Technology, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, explores innovative microactuators and microsensors from basic research to application-specific solutions. Projects are performed in a broad cooperation with researchers and industrial partners.
The technological implementation is performed in our 700 m2 cleanroom facility equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Our research projects include the investigation of new concepts for electrostatic actuators, self-sufficient sensors and systems for THz applications, their simulation and design as well as their realization and characterization. The research is performed in a cooperative team of excellent scientists and highly skilled clean room specialists.
For more details, please visit www.mst.ruhr-uni-bochum.de or contact us directly.
This employment provides the opportunity to derive a doctoral degree.

extent:

full-time

duration:

temporary

beginning:

as soon as possible

application deadline:

05.08.2024

Your tasks:

specification of concept, design and simulation of MEMS-based actuator and sensor systems,
realization of functional samples in a silicon-based MEMS technology in our cleanroom facility,
measurement and characterization of realized samples,
responsibility for state-of-the-art cleanroom equipment,
cooperation with internal and external partners,
participation in teaching and preparation of project proposals,
presentation of reports, presentations, and journal articles.

Your profile:

excellent Master / Diploma degree in electrotechnics, mechanical engineering, microsystems technology or corresponding fields, preferentially with skills in technology,
inspired by microsystem technology, microoptics, microfluidics, RF-MEMS and / or Si-based processing,
highly motivated team player,
keen on systems engineering and joined-up thinking,
advanced communication skills in English (German is very welcome, too).

Our offerings:

Challenging and varied tasks with a high degree of personal responsibility
Qualified induction training
Support from and cooperation with competent colleagues
team-oriented cooperation in a committed, international and appreciative team

Additional information:

At the request of the applicant (m,f,x), the staff council may be involved in selection interviews. https://www.wpr.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/

If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.

German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZfA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF).
https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/sbgk/index.html.en

You can find information about TVL at: https://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/

At the request of the applicant (m/f/x), the position can also be taken up on a part-time basis.

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is RUB’s declared aim.

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.