Physicist | Physiker/in

Job Summary

This role at Silicon Austria Labs (SAL) involves driving innovation in optical and semiconductor technologies within the Thin Film Technologies Research Unit. As a Physicist, you will lead the development of lithium niobate thin films (TFLN) for integrated photonic applications. Your daily responsibilities include designing and executing experiments to optimize thin film materials, performing structural and functional characterizations (electrical, piezoelectric, optical), and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams across design and fabrication. You will also be responsible for filing IP disclosures, publishing in high-impact journals, and contributing to project management and funding acquisitions. This position is particularly attractive due to its location in Villach, Austria, offering a high quality of life, access to state-of-the-art cleanroom facilities, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge European Chips Act initiatives. The role combines deep scientific research with industrial application in a multicultural and family-friendly environment.