Job Type:
Full-time

Job Description:
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!

Responsibilities:
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.

Requirements:
– 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).

Salary Range:
TVöD

Benefits:
– 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.).