PhD in Electron-Enhanced ALD for Advanced Thin Films

Empa; Verwaltungsregion Oberland; On-site; CHF 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Empa's Laboratory for Mechanics of Materials and Nanostructures in Thun invites a motivated candidate to join a Swiss National Science Foundation funded project on electrons as reaction partners in ALD. You will perform in situ mass measurements, ellipsometry and mass spectrometry to study e-ALD surface reactions with adsorbed metalorganic molecules.

The role includes implementing an electron gun, running e-ALD experiments, and analyzing data to publish results in high‑level journals.

Qualifications

• Master degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or equivalent.
• English proficiency (oral and written) required.
• German or French knowledge is an advantage.
• Hands-on experience in vacuum technology, CVD and/or ALD desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform in situ mass measurements, ellipsometry and mass spectrometry on ALD experiments.
• Implement a dedicated electron gun and conduct e-ALD experiments.
• Collect and interpret in situ data to relate products to electron beam energy and dose.
• Ex situ characterization of thin film morphology and composition; publish results in peer‑reviewed journals.

Skills

English proficiency

Vacuum technology

CVD/ALD experience

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science

Job description

Empa's Laboratory for Mechanics of Materials and Nanostructures in Thun invites a motivated candidate to join a Swiss National Science Foundation funded project on electrons as reaction partners in ALD. You will perform in situ mass measurements, ellipsometry and mass spectrometry to study e-ALD surface reactions with adsorbed metalorganic molecules.

The role includes implementing an electron gun, running e-ALD experiments, and analyzing data to publish results in high‑level journals.