Scientist / Postdoc (m/f/d)

Forschungsverbund Berlin e.V.; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A prominent research institute in Berlin is searching for a Scientist / Postdoc to work on digital workflows and machine learning for epitaxial processes. The role involves defining meta data spaces and developing ontologies for semiconductor processes. Candidates should have a strong background in materials science and machine learning. The position offers competitive benefits and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Leistungen

30 vacation days in a 5-day week

Flexible working hours

Development opportunities for young scientists

Qualifikationen

• At least a master's degree required.
• Experience in defining meta data for epitaxial processes.
• Strong background in machine learning techniques.

Aufgaben

• Defining the meta data space for epitaxy of Ga2O3 layers.
• Generalizing the meta data for semiconductor processes.
• Developing an ontology and machine learning solutions.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge in materials science

Experience with machine learning

Experience with NOMAD oasis

Ausbildung

Completed academic study in physics, chemistry, mathematics or related fields

Jobbeschreibung

The Leibniz‑Institut für Kristallzüchtung (IKZ) is a leading research institution in the area of science & technology as well as service & transfer of crystalline materials. Our goal is to enable solutions for urgent societal challenges (e.g. communication, artificial intelligence, climate protection, health etc.). by modern electronic & photonic technologies. The work covers the full spectrum from basic over applied research up to pre‑industrial development and is performed in collaboration with national and international partners from university, academy and industry. The institute is part of the Forschungsverbund Berlin (https://www.fv-berlin.de/) and a member of the Leibniz Association www.leibniz-gemeinschaft.de. You can find more details on the institute webpage: www.ikz-berlin.de.

The Leibniz‑Institut für Kristallzüchtung is currently looking for a Scientist / Postdoc (m/f/d)

Topic

Digital Workflow, Ontologies, and Machine Learning for Epitaxial Processes

Internal Job Posting

Epitaxial layers are the key functional parts in electronic and opto‑electronic devices. In a BMFTR funded project digital twins will be developed for MOCVD processes and will be used for optimizing the process along the process chain up to the device including by means of machine learning. The industrial partner is AIXTRON, one of the leading companies for MOCVD reactors.

The digital twin will be developed for the industry‑established process of GaN layers and devices as well for Ga2O3, an emerging material of high interest for high‑power applications.

Your tasks:

• Defining the meta data space for the epitaxy of Ga2O3 layers in an AIXTRON reactor
• Generalizing the meta data for epitaxial processes of semiconductors with large band gap
• Developing an ontology for the workflow
• Developing machine learning exploiting the meta data of the processes

Meta data will be defined in the NOMAD Oasis framework.

Your requirements:

• Completed academic study in physics, chemistry, mathematics or related fields, at least a master degree
• Knowledge in materials science
• Experience with machine learning
• Experience with NOMAD oasis would be beneficial

What we offer

The position is funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) and is limited for one year starting 01.01.2026, prolongation is possible. Payment is according to TVöD Bund (E13). The contract includes the usual social benefits (30 vacation days in a 5‑day week, flexible working hours). The Leibniz‑Institut für Kristallzüchtung actively promotes the development of young scientists and follows the guidelines of the Leibniz Association.

The Leibniz‑Institut für Kristallzüchtung actively supports a healthy work‑life balance and is an equal opportunities employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply and will be given preference if suitably qualified. Among equally qualified candidates, preference will be given to candidates with disabilities. IKZ promotes diversity. We welcome every qualified application, regardless of age, belief, disabilities, ethnic origin, gender, nationality, religion, or sexual orientation.

Contact

For information about the project please feel free to contact:
Dr. Wolfram Miller ([e-mail])

Have we aroused your interest?

Then apply with a letter of motivation, curriculum vitae and all relevant certificates by 30.11.2025. To do so, please go to Job offers/jobs on our homepage and click on this advertisement and then on "Apply online".

We look forward to receiving your application!