The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research institutions throughout Germany and is the world’s leading applied research organization. Around 30 800 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.0 billion euros.
The Fraunhofer - Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering IOF in Jena conducts applied research in the field of photonics and develops innovative optical systems to control light - from its generation and manipulation to its application. The services offered by the institute cover the entire photonic process chain ranging from opto-mechanical and opto-electronical system design to the manufacturing of customer-specific solutions and prototypes.
In our group «Advanced Micro-optical Components» we realize unique high-precision micro-optical components and systems using photolithographic processes, e.g., for miniaturized lighting and sensor systems for handhelds, robotics, the automotive sector and space applications.
We are looking for a technical employee to strengthen our team to further develop our innovative gray tone photolithography tool and wafer-based lithography processes, and to conduct innovative research projects in micro- & nanophotonics.
What you will do
Main focus
- Adaptation and further development of a photolithography tool to meet the requirements of novel micro-optical applications
- Transformation of customer specification into microstructure demands and monitoring of lithographic realization
- Processing technical aspects of research projects and projects for renowned industrial customers
- Development of optical measurement instrumentation to reveal microoptics’ properties and correlation with lithographic process parameters
Your area of work includes the following activities
- Determination of the optical function of micro-optical elements (refractive and diffractive) and feedback of requirements into the manufacturing process
- Further development of the optical components of a photolithography tool to improve process stability as well as exposure quality and speed
- Technical support of the photolithography tool
- Creation of documentation and project reports
- Prospective assumption of project management tasks
- Supervision of student assistants and final theses
What you bring to the table
- Completed studies (M.Sc. / M.Eng.) in optical engineering, physics, microsystems technology or a comparable course of study related to optics
- Broad basic knowledge about current research topics in optics
- Relevant practical experience in optical measurement instrumentation or system development
- programming experience ideally in Python to solve scientific tasks
- A proven knowledge in optical design methods is an advantage (e.g. Zemax)
- Willingness to work in ISO 6 cleanroom laboratory
- Strong hands-on mentality
- High degree of self-reliance and initiative as well as a systematic and solution-oriented way of working
- Confident manner in communication with customers and project partners
- Very good spoken and written English (B2) and German (B2)
What you can expect
- Working in a dynamic, open-minded, and interdisciplinary team
- Challenging and demanding projects in a highly innovative and international research and development environment
- Excellent working environment with state-of-the-art production machines and analysis devices
- Collaboration with leading international experts and entrepreneurs
- High degree of individual responsibility, diversified tasks, personal and professional development opportunities
- Flexible working hours and a family-friendly working environment
The weekly working time is 39 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. The position will be limited initially for 2 years. We are looking for a long-term employment. Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD). Additionally Fraunhofer may grant performance-based variable remuneration components.
We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.
With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.
Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!
Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering IOF
Requisition Number: 72571 Application Deadline: 04/11/2024
Job Segment: R&D Engineer, Optics Engineering, Instrumentation, Laboratory, Part Time, Engineering, Science
