Scientific Researcher / Research associate (m/f/d)

Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg; Freiburg im Breisgau; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 58.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading university in Germany seeks a Scientific Researcher to advance metal printing and multi-material additive manufacturing. The role involves process development for combining various printing technologies and requires a Master's or Ph.D. in engineering. Candidates should have CAD proficiency and a hands-on approach. This temporary position offers the chance to work in a creative environment with modern labs. Salary according to TV-L E 13.

Leistungen

Creative team environment

State-of-the-art laboratories

Opportunities for idea realization

Qualifikationen

• Scientific degree in engineering or related field.
• Profound CAD knowledge and experience in 3D printing.
• Hands-on experience with electronic board design.
• Interest in international collaboration.

Aufgaben

• Optimising direct printing of metal melts.
• Process development for multi-material additive manufacturing.
• Fabrication of vertical interconnections on PCBs.
• Selective soldering of electronic components.
• Development of custom hybrid additive manufacturing platforms.
• Electrical and structural analysis of printed components.
• Preparation of scientific publications.

Kenntnisse

Proactive

Creative

Good communication skills in English

Hands-on experience

Ausbildung

M.Sc. or Ph.D. in engineering science

Tools

CAD software

Jobbeschreibung

Scientific Researcher / Research associate (m/f/d)

The IMTEK Chair of Application (Faculty of Engineering) is looking for a Scientific Researcher / Research associate (m/f/d).

IMTEK belongs to one of the world’s biggest and leading academic research centres on microsystems engineering. The chair of application development conducts research on micro‑fluidic systems and printing technologies, among others the so‑called StarJet technology. This technology allows for the direct printing of molten tin and aluminium alloys as free‑flying micro droplets. Based on this technology, a printing system for 3D prototyping and for microelectronic applications for research was developed and is successfully utilized in the lab: This equipment enables experimental investigation of applications ranging from industrial production to 3D prototyping of metal microstructures.

Scientific Researcher / Research associate (m/f/d)

In the field of advancement of metal printing, vertical interconnecting, and multi‑material additive manufacturing

By integrating multiple (3D) printing technologies, including Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF), high‑precision inkjet printing, molten metal deposition (StarJet technology), and in‑line direct soldering of electronic components, the multi‑material additive manufacturing enables customised, high‑performance electronic structures with improved efficiency and sustainability. Our research group developed a Multi‑Material additive manufacturing platform that improves the affordability and accessibility of electronics manufacturing for small and medium‑size companies, for example, for rapid prototyping and small series production. Resource‑efficient additive manufacturing eliminates the need for chemicals, solvents, water and wastewater in PCB production. The sustainable solution also opens up geometric design freedom. Complex and customised shapes and designs are attractive for various components, such as glucose test strips, solar cells, electronic prostheses, smart wearables and batteries.

Your responsibilities

• Advancement of the StarJet printing technology: Optimising direct printing of metal melts
• Multi‑material additive manufacturing: Process development for combining the StarJet metal printing and 3D polymer dielectric printing
• Innovative interconnect technology: Process development for the fabrication of vertical interconnections on PCBs and 3D printed polymer structures
• Direct printed solder joints: Process development of selective soldering of electronic components using direct molten metal deposition (StarJet technology)
• Advanced prototyping and system development: Development and construction of custom hybrid multi‑material additive manufacturing platforms, printheads and control systems
• Characterisation of printed electronics: Electrical and structural analysis of printed electronic components and interconnects, including signal‑integrity measurements and material characterisation
• Scientific dissemination: Preparation of scientific publications and scientific presentations

Your profile

• Scientific degree (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) in the field of engineering science with a focus on electrical engineering, microsystems engineering, printing techniques or process technology, or related field
• Profound CAD knowledge, basic knowledge of manufacturing processes for electronics as well as experience in process development for 3D‑printing or microfabrication will be an advantage
• Hands‑on experience with electronic board design, assembly and testing will be an advantage
• Interest in international, interdisciplinary collaboration and good communication skills in English and/or German language
• Proactive, creative, well‑organised and enjoy taking responsibility and working hands‑on in the lab

We offer

• A young, creative team and environment with the freedom to realise your own ideas. Modern laboratories with state‑of‑the‑art equipment
• Research and development close to applications with an innovative technology
• Temporary contract limited until September 2027 with the option for later extension

Please send your detailed application containing CV, motivation letter and certificates to the e‑mail address below:

Dr. Zhe Shu
IMTEK – Department of Microsystems Engineering
Laboratory for MEMS Applications
Georges‑Köhler‑Allee 103
79110 Freiburg

Phone: [phone]
E‑Mail: [e-mail]

The position is limited to 30 September 2027. The salary will be determined in accordance with TV‑L E 13.

We will be particularly pleased to receive applications from women for the position advertised here.

Bewerbung

Please send your application including supporting documents mentioned above citing the reference number 00004664, by 31 December 2025 at the latest. Please send your application to the following address in written or electronic form:

IMTEK – Department of Microsystems Engineering
Laboratory for MEMS Applications
Georges‑Köhler‑Allee 103
79110 Freiburg

For further information, please contact Dr. Zhe Shu on the phone number [phone] or E‑Mail [e-mail].