Postdoc/Engineer in acoustics for laser processing (80-100%)

Empa; Thun; Vor Ort; CHF 80.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Empa in Thun is seeking a researcher for R&D in acoustic systems. You will engage in multi-physics simulation, conceptualize novel setups, and develop software for data acquisition in a dynamic research environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Master or PhD in Acoustics or related fields and has experience with active and passive acoustics. Join us in shaping cutting-edge projects with a possibility of extending your role beyond one year.

Language skills in English and additional languages are advantageous.

Qualifikationen

• FH/University degree (Master or PhD) in Acoustics/Electronics/Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in acoustics (active, passive) and laser processing.
• Skills in R&D manufacturing, software development, hardware integration.

Aufgaben

• Conduct R&D of acoustic systems including simulation and experimental planning.
• Conceptualize and realize novel setups with hardware integration.
• Develop software for data acquisition and system communication.

Kenntnisse

R&D manufacturing

Software development

Hardware integration

Acoustics (active, passive)

Laser processing

Ausbildung

FH/University degree (Master or PhD) in Acoustics/Electronics/Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting‑edge research, Empa's around 1,100 employees make essential contributions to the well‑being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain. The Laboratory of Advanced Materials Processing (LAMP) is a multidisciplinary research unit that develops innovative functional modification of materials by beam (e.g., laser light, electrons) and plasma induced processing. LAMP provides full‑cycle technology development, starting from novel materials, deep understanding of the background physics of beam‑matter interactions, development of automated AI/ML systems for novel materials processing and quality insurance. The lab combines additive manufacturing, large‑scale laser micro‑processing, multiscale modelling and AI/ML for the quality monitoring/control, at the end offering to society novel nanostructured materials, their shape‑forming and integration into devices.

Your tasks

• R&D of acoustic system (acoustics/multi-physics simulation, experimental planning, setup, measurements, analysis)
• Conceptualization and realization of novel setups (hardware integration, CAD design, assembly, etc.)
• Software development (data acquisition and processing, system communication)

Your profile

• FH/University degree (Master or PhD) in Acoustics/Electronics/Engineering or equivalent
• Experience: Acoustics (active, passive), laser processing
• Skills: R&D manufacturing, software development (machine communication, data acquisition, etc.), hardware integration
• Language: English, French and German as a plus

Our offer

Empa offers a dynamic and inspiring research environment at its Thun campus, located near Bern. You will work on a scientifically and technologically cutting‑edge topic of high relevance and novelty, with direct access to state‑of‑the‑art research infrastructure and equipment. As part of an experienced and multidisciplinary project team with strong national and international collaborations, you will receive full support in advancing the current project as well as in shaping and realizing your own scientific ideas within the lab's research activities. You will be encouraged and supported in producing high‑impact results, publishing in leading international peer‑reviewed journals, and pursuing your personal and professional development. The position is available with a starting date in September 2026 and a duration of one year with the possibility of extension.

Questions?

Dr. Elia Iseli
Group Leader Intelligent Manufacturing
Laboratory of Advanced Materials Processing
Empa

Your future place of work

Empa
Feuerwerkerstrasse 39
3602 Thun