Chemist / chemical technician in Berlin bei Telecommunications Heinrich Hertz Institute

Future. Discover. Together.

Photonics is one of the most exciting and innovative areas of applied research. The Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute is a global leader in the development of photonic integrated circuits (PICs). Approximately every second bit transmitted on the Internet touches a PIC of the HHI. Become a part of our team and join us on our journey of research and innovation!

What you will do

• Technical collaboration in the "Technology and Infrastructure" department and in the assigned technology laboratories

• Implementation and monitoring of processes for the production of optoelectronic components with a focus on wet chemical etching

• Supervision of various chemical engineering systems such as electroplating baths (currently a sulphide gold electroplating bath and a tin electroplating bath) or automatic cleaning machines (acid or solvent-based)

• Support in the introduction of new methods or method optimization, including their validation and documentation

• Various chemical work (preparation and control of mixtures, analyses, etc.)

• Ordering chemicals, purchasing workplace-related equipment, obtaining and comparing offers and initiating the ordering process, checking delivery for quality and quantity

• Logistics of chemicals, organizing and monitoring storage, organizing the disposal of hazardous chemical waste

• Contributing own ideas, concepts and process improvements

What you bring to the table

• Training as a chemist/chemical technician or training as a "chemical production specialist"

• Alternatively, training as a chemical laboratory technician or CTA or comparable chemical-related training with relevant experience

• Basic IT skills (MS Office) are required

• Sense of responsibility, reliability, a structured, careful and independent way of working

• Knowledge of English is an advantage

• Enjoy operating complex production systems and a highly integrated laboratory

• Independent, structured way of working

• Strong error awareness

• Strong communication skills, ability to work in a team

What you can expect

• Fascinating challenges in a scientific and entrepreneurial setting

• Attractive salary package according to TvöD with 30 vacation days, pension scheme (VBL), wealth creation benefits (VWL)

• Modern and excellently equipped workspace in a central location

• Great and cooperative working atmosphere in an international team

• Flexible working hours

• Opportunities to work from home

• Extensive training-, health- and sports offers

• Various employee discounts and discounted BVG ticket

• Offers for families (parent-child office, emergency care, leisure activities, etc.)

The position is initially limited to 2 years. An extension is explicitly desired.

The weekly working time is 39 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. 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. Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD). Additionally Fraunhofer may grant performance-based variable remuneration components.

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!

Dr. Kristijan Posilovic, kristijan.posilovic@hhi.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich Hertz Institute HHI

Requisition Number: 73343 Application Deadline: 06/15/2024