Laboratory Engineer | Laboringenieur (w/m/d) Kenn-Nr. 10/2025
Universität Potsdam
Job Summary
This full-time, permanent position at the University of Potsdam involves the technical management and development of advanced experimental physics equipment within the Condensed Matter Physics department. You will be responsible for the independent design, construction, and assembly of mechanical components for Ultra-High Vacuum (UHV) low-temperature Atomic Force Microscopes (AFM). Key daily tasks include operating high-vacuum evaporation and sputtering systems, managing helium recovery plants, and developing processes for nanostructure fabrication using electron beam lithography. The role is highly technical, requiring the selection of materials suitable for cryogenic temperatures and high magnetic fields. This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys bridging the gap between hardware development and scientific research. It offers the stability of the German public service (TV-L E10), 30 days of vacation, flexible working hours, and the opportunity to work at the cutting edge of experimental physics in a collaborative university environment.
Required Skills
Education
University degree (University or University of Applied Sciences) in Engineering or a comparable field of study; alternatively, equivalent skills and professional experience.
Experience
- Professional experience in engineering or a comparable technical field
- Experimental or technical experience in at least one relevant area of physics instrumentation
- Experience with digital applications and IT infrastructure management
- Professional experience with LabVIEW or Python programming
- Experience in electron beam lithography or physical vapor deposition is desirable
- Experience handling liquid helium is preferred
Languages
Additional
- Must provide ZAB/ANABIN evaluation for degrees obtained outside the EU. Position involves 40 hours per week under the TV-L E10 pay scale. Location: Potsdam, Germany.
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