Research Associate / PhD Student in Solid State Electronics | Research Associate / PhD Student (m/f/x)
Technische Universität Dresden Arbeitsstätte Dresden
Job Summary
This role offers an ambitious scientist the opportunity to join the Cluster of Excellence “Responsible Electronics in the Climate Change Era (REC²)” at TUD Dresden University of Technology as a Research Associate and PhD Student. The core focus involves developing magnetron sputter epitaxy (MSE) as a sustainable technology for producing group III-nitride semiconductors, specifically addressing strain management and AlGaN growth for advanced power electronics. Day-to-day responsibilities include specialized research, experimental development of buffer structures, and close collaboration with a diverse, interdisciplinary team spanning natural sciences, engineering, sustainability, and social sciences within the REC² Cluster. This position is attractive as it provides access to state-of-the-art research facilities, a structured PhD program with dual supervision and mentorship, and the chance to contribute to sustainable solutions for global electronic challenges.
Required Skills
Education
University degree (Master or comparable) in Physics, Material Science, or related field. Opportunity to obtain further academic qualification (PhD).
Experience
- Previous experience with magnetron sputtering, growth of thin films, or epitaxy is beneficial
- Previous experience with power electronics or III-nitride based semiconductor materials/devices is beneficial
- Experience with material characterization is beneficial
- Interest in basic and application-related research
Languages
Additional
- Position is limited to 3 years, with a possible one-year extension (governed by WissZeitVG). Start date is March 1, 2026. Application must be submitted in English only.
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