Research Associate / PhD Student | Research Associate / PhD Student (m/f/x)

Technische Universität Dresden Arbeitsstätte Dresden

Dresden, Sachsen, Deutschland
Published Mar 24, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This full-time research position at TUD Dresden University of Technology is part of the Cluster of Excellence 'Responsible Electronics in the Climate Change Era (REC2)'. The successful candidate will focus on inventing and improving semiconductor technology processes to enable sustainable fabrication of electronic circuits. Day-to-day responsibilities include monitoring in situ processes, adapting microelectronics to novel materials, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to create databases for life cycle assessments. This role is ideal for individuals seeking to complete a PhD within a 36-month timeframe (extendable by one year) in a highly innovative environment. The position is attractive due to its focus on 'green' electronics, access to state-of-the-art research facilities, a dual supervision concept for doctoral candidates, and competitive public sector benefits including 30 days of vacation and flexible working hours.

Required Skills

Education

Excellent university degree (Master's or equivalent) in Engineering or Natural Sciences.

Experience

  • Professional experience in engineering or natural sciences research
  • Experience in semiconductor fabrication or microelectronics processes
  • Proven ability to work in an international and interdisciplinary research environment
  • Experience in independent, target-driven project management
  • Experience with collaborative scientific documentation and data collection

Languages

German (Basic)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The position is limited to 36 months under the Fixed Term Research Contracts Act (WissZeitVG). Applications must be submitted as a single PDF file via the TUD SecureMail Portal by April 10, 2026.