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**Location** Campus Duisburg
**Application area** Faculty of Engineering, Electronic Components and Circuits
Scientific Researcher / PostDoc (f/m/d, Nr. 685-24)
**EG 13 TV-L**
Prof Schall-Giesecke's group is formed by researchers from the Department of Electronic Components and Circuits (EBS) and the Photonic Structure Integration group at the Fraunhofer Institute for Microelectronic Circuits and Systems (IMS). The team is working together on the development of innovative [photonic integrated circuits](https://www.uni-due.de/ebs/integrated_photonics_en.php) (PICs). This collaboration combines the expertise of both institutions to create pioneering solutions in photonics. The basic components for the circuit platform are simulated and characterised at EBS. This work forms the foundation for the integration of the technology at Fraunhofer IMS.
**Start of employment** at the earliest possible date
**Duration of employment** 4 years
**Working time** 39 h 50 min (part-time employment is possible)
**Your main tasks**
Your tasks will include the active participation in a growing team focussing on research into new integrated photonic components and circuits for applications in e.g. (bio- or quantum) sensor technology and in the context of artificial intelligence. One of your core tasks is the development of passive and active integrated optical components, e.g. by integrating new materials into the Silicon Photonics technology platform. The design is carried out taking into account available technology modules and in close coordination with the process engineers at Fraunhofer IMS. To this end, you create simulations for integrated silicon (nitride) photonics and develop layouts for the fabrication of the components. The characterisation and optimisation of the manufactured components takes place in our laboratories. In this role, you will have the opportunity to play a key role in the further development of the team, doctoral candidates and students.
In addition, you will support the preparation and realisation of courses, contribute to the preparation of research proposals and, together with your team, take on tasks for the chair.
**Your profile**
- PhD or equivalent qualification in engineering (preferred electrical engineering) or physics with a focus on telecommunication engineering, photonics, applied physics, quantum optics or comparable topics
- Experience in integrated photonics (silicon photonics, nanophotonics) or optoelectronics or simulation of opto-electronic devices using relevant software tools (Python and/or Lumerical) or opto-electronic measurement techniques or communication/sensor technologies
- High motivation to solve scientific challenges creatively and independently
- Written and spoken German language skills are preferred
- Further academic qualification is expected and supported as part of the position.
**We offer you**
- Interesting and educational tasks involving the use of key technologies of the future
- A responsible job with great creative potential
- A non-discriminatory working environment with respectful, appreciative cooperation
- A pleasant working atmosphere in a dynamic team
- Family friendliness through childcare and counselling for your care responsibilities
- A wide range of further and advanced training programmes, individual induction training
- Excellent public transport connections and free parking
- Attractive sports and health programmes
- The possibility of mobile working
**Application deadline** 2024-12-13
**Code number** 685-24
**Application**
Please send your application with the usual documents (CV, list of publications, letters of recommendation and certificates), as a single, merged PDF file, quoting the reference number 685-24 to Prof. Anna L. Schall-Giesecke, University of Duisburg-Essen, Faculty of engineering, 47048 Duisburg, telephone 0203/379-1074, e-mail [roman.burkard@uni-due.de](mailto:roman.burkard@uni-due.de).
**Information about the job**
You can find information about the faculty and the office issuing the call for applications at: [https://www.uni-due.de/iw](https://www.uni-due.de/iw)
**Learn more**
University of Duisburg-Essen pursues the goal of promoting the diversity of its members.
([www.uni-due.de/diversity/en](https://www.uni-due.de/diversity/en/))
In accordance with the State Equal Opportunities Act, women with the same qualifications are given referential considered.
Applications from suitable disabled persons and persons of equal status within the meaning of § 2 para. 3 SGB IX are desired.
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