Postgraduate Researcher (PostDoc) in nanometrology (f / m / d)

In the Research Training Group on Tip- and laser-based 3D-Nanofabrication in extended macroscopic working areas “NanoFab” at the Ilmenau University of Technology (TU Ilmenau, Germany) is a vacancy for a

Postgraduate Researcher (PostDoc) in nanometrology (f / m / d)

from 01.03.2024.

The position is a unique opportunity for Postgraduate Researchers to implement their own ideas within the framework of the Research Training Group. The Research Training Group "NanoFab" is funded by the German Research Foundation and aims to synergistically combine sophisticated nanofabrication techniques with the fascinating capabilities of nanopositioning and nanometrology machines. Further details on the current projects and the scope can be found at .

We offer a creative, inspiring and excellent research environment, outstanding laboratory facilities, e.g. Center for Micro- and Nanotechnologies, comprehensive scientific supervision and an international scientific network. The Technische Universität Ilmenau is a campus university in a scenic setting in the heart of Germany and offers also numerous opportunities for sports, culture and other personal activities.

Your tasks

Your job tasks include :

The successful candidate should explore novel approaches in the field of dimensional nanometrology. In particular, the focus is on developing methods for reliable, nanometer-accurate measuring and positioning over macroscopic travel ranges. The researched methods should be used to enhance the capabilities of the nanopositioning systems within the Research Training Group to further qualify them for advanced nanofabrication applications.

Your profile

For being part of the selection process is needed :

• A PhD in a field related to the topics of the research training group NanoFab (at least : thesis submitted).

Following competences are desirable :

Applicants should upload their complete set of documents :

What we offer you :

From individual advancement with a wide range of continuing education opportunities to a variety of health and recreational offerings, you can expect an appreciative working environment at a renowned university at TU Ilmenau. In addition to an attractive, family friendly working hour’s model, you will also benefit from advantages such as the use of the dining halls of the Studentenwerk Thüringen, as well as participation in several attractive sport offers from the university owned sport centrum.

volume : Full time

restriction : until 31.03.2026

salary : EG 13 TV-L

beginning : 01.03.2024

The university stands in the fields of technology, mathematics and naturalsciences, business and media for teaching and research at the highestlevel. She attaches particular importance to innovativteaching and interdisciplinary.

She identifies with Humboldt's ideals and pursues the vision of a cosmopolitan campus family Technische Universität llmenau is holder of the „TOTAL E-Quality“distinction and emphasizes genderedquality.

Severely disabled applicants with essentially identical professional suitability will be preferentially selected.

Technische Universität Ilmenau offers flexible working time models.

ID Number : 136 / 2023

application deadline : 15.11.2023