Scientist (w/m/d) Metalorganic Gas Phase Epitaxy

Scientist metalorganic gas phase epitaxy

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research units throughout Germany and is a leading applied research organization. Around 32 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.4 billion euros.

Future. Discover. Together.

Fraunhofer Heinrich-Hertz-Institute gained world leadership in photonic integrated circuits (PICs). Every second in internet transmitted bit comes in tough with a PIC from HHI. Our research is focused on Lasers, Detectors, Modulators and PICs used in fiber-optic networks, supercomputers, satellites, environmental sensors and for quantum cryptography. Fundamental for this PICs are semiconductor heterostructures, generated by epitaxial growth. Be a part of our team and come on a journey of research and innovation!

What you will do

Scientific work in a MOCVD research lab, developing (AlInGa)(AsP) heterostructures for optoelectronic devices. This includes:

• Conception and realization of complex epitaxial stacks

• Support of internal and external customers in layer design

• Scientific guidance of the technical stuff, regarding the operation and maintenance of the MOCVD systems 

What you bring to the table

• Master´s degree or PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Crystallography or Material Science

• Experience in technics of thin film deposition (MOCVD, MBE, CVD), growth kinetics and material characterization technics

• Advanced insight in vacuum technology

• Skills in at least one programming language

• Ability to work in a team, a proactive work approach, flexibility and resilience

• You can communicate in English (at least B2) and German (at least B1)

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.

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!

Herr Christoph Hums

Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich Hertz Institute HHI

www.hhi.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 74437                Application Deadline: 01/15/2025