Research assistant (f/m/d) - Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences - Group Fundamental[...]

Ilmenau University of Technology; Ilmenau; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A renowned university in Germany is seeking a Research Assistant to promote academic qualifications within the field of materials science. The role involves analyzing III-V semiconductor structures and making significant contributions to advanced research in the area. Candidates should possess a relevant Master's or Diploma degree along with strong knowledge of semiconductor physics. An attractive remuneration package, flexible working conditions, and numerous benefits are offered.

Leistungen

Attractive remuneration according to collective agreement

Vacation entitlement of 30 days and additional days off

Family-friendly, flexible working time model

Pension scheme in the public sector

Wide range of training opportunities

Extensive health and sports programs

Respectful working environment

Qualifikationen

• Completed university degree (Master's or Diploma) with above-average grades.
• In-depth knowledge of Semiconductor physics mandatory.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Aufgaben

• Analysis and evaluation of III-V semiconductor structures.
• Electrical characterization using scanning tunnelling microscope.
• Materials science analysis of nanowire morphology.
• Technical support in teaching topic-relevant theses.
• Publication and presentation of results.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of Semiconductor physics

Natural sciences (physics, chemistry)

Materials science

Engineering in semiconductor preparation

Independent work

Team collaboration

B2 level English

B2 level German

Ausbildung

Master's or Diploma in a natural science, materials science, or engineering subject

Jobbeschreibung

In the Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences in the Group Fundamentals of Energy Materials at the Technische Universität Ilmenau (Germany) is a vacancy for a

Research assistant (f/m/d)

to promote their own academic qualifications within the meaning of § 2 (1) of the German Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz) as soon as possible/ from 01.05.2026.

• Part time: 75%
• Temporary until 30.04.2029
• Salary: EG 13 TV-L
• Beginning: 01.05.2026

In our group, we are preparing and analysing nanowires (NWs) from III‑V semiconductors in various device structures for energy conversion and other high‑performance applications. For the NW analysis, we are using various materials science characterization methods including a dedicated 4‑tip scanning tunnelling microscope. In this project funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), we are addressing III‑nitride resonant tunnel diodes in NW core‑shell structures for improved performance in the THz range together with our project partners at the University Duisburg‑Essen. Key challenges are the crystal quality of the heterostructures and internal polarization fields.

Your tasks

Your job tasks include the following responsibilities:

• Analysis and evaluation of III‑V semiconductor structures grown by metal organic chemical vapour deposition (MOCVD), in particular, resonant tunnelling diodes.
• Electrical characterization of the structures using a 4‑tip scanning tunnelling microscope and electron beam‑induced current measurements with regard to charge carrier transport paths.
• Materials science analysis of nanowire morphology, investigation of the various structural areas, in particular local composition differences, using scanning electron microscopy and energy‑dispersive X‑ray spectroscopy.
• Technical support for the department in teaching, e.g. topic‑relevant theses.
• Publication and presentation of results at national and international conferences and in journals.

Your profile

For being part of the selection process is needed:

• A completed university degree (Master's or Diploma) with above‑average grades in a natural science, materials science, or engineering subject (e.g. physics, chemistry, renewable energy technology, materials science, or electrical engineering)

Following competences are desirable:

In-depth knowledge of Semiconductor physics mandatory
Knowledge of Natural sciences (physics, chemistry), materials science, and/or engineering in semiconductor preparation
Ability to work independently and responsibly in an innovative, interdisciplinary team and research environment
Language (English B2 level, German B2 level) skills

Please provide evidence of the qualifications required for the job by certificates and references.

The job is not suitable for part-time employment.

The interviews will be placed in calender week 14/2026 and 15/2026.

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

What we offer you:

• attractive remuneration according to collective agreement (as per TV‑L) incl. granting of a special annual payment
• vacation entitlement of 30 days in the calendar year and additional days off on 24 / 31 December
• family‑friendly, flexible working time model
• VBL - pension scheme in the public sector
• wide range of individual training opportunities
• extensive health and sports programs
• respectful working environment at a renowned university

For further information please contact Prof. Dr. Thomas Hannappel, Phone [phone].

Technische Universität Ilmenau | Dezernat für Personal und Recht | Postfach 10 05 65 | 98684 Ilmenau

• ID Number: 04/2026
• Application deadline: 15.03.2026