PhD Candidate in Circuit Design for Digital Heterointegration | Promotion im Bereich Schaltungen für die digitale Heterointegration

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft e.V. Zentrale München

Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Mar 11, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role at the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics (IAF) offers a unique opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research at the forefront of semiconductor technology. As a PhD candidate, you will focus on the characterization, research, and analysis of innovative semiconductor components, specifically High-Electron-Mobility Transistors (HEMTs) and digital basic circuits. Your daily responsibilities will involve automating the design of circuit elements and integrating them into analog-digital systems. You will be part of high-impact research projects collaborating with international partners. This position is ideal for candidates seeking a balance between academic excellence and industrial application, providing access to world-class research infrastructure and a supportive environment for professional development. The role is particularly attractive for those interested in the entire semiconductor value chain, from material science to finished high-frequency and power electronic modules.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or Diploma in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a comparable field of study.

Experience

  • Professional experience in characterization and analysis of semiconductor components
  • Experience in circuit design for analog and digital applications
  • Proven ability to work independently in a scientific or research environment
  • Experience with VHDL programming and design automation is preferred

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Initial contract duration is 2 years. Willingness to work in a 39-hour full-time capacity (though part-time is possible). Location-based at the Fraunhofer IAF facility.