Research Associate - Application of EUV irradiation systems with coupled spectroscopic layer analysis methods (PhD opportunity) (m/f/d)

RWTH Aachen University is one of the most renowned technical universities in Europe with about 45,000 students and about 10,000 employees. The Chair of Technology Optical Systems (TOS) is located within the Faculty of Machine Engineering and operates research and development in the field of Photonics in close cooperation with the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology (ILT). The central task of the chair is to explore technologies for guiding and shaping light and transferring these technologies in industrial applications. The research focuses on optical systems for production technology, computational optics and the technologies for extreme ultraviolet (EUV) radiation. The EUV technology group is working on the development of lithographic and measurement applications together with leading industrial partners from microchip production. Using compact EUV radiation sources, our expertise lies both in special plant construction and in the field of basic research on interaction processes of EUV radiation with matter. The work at the chair is characterized by an open and trusting atmosphere as well as flat hierarchies and is complemented by team building events and joint leisure activities. In addition, a flexible working time design is possible and attractive offers such as a job ticket or a broad sports program are offered via RWTH Aachen University. Become part of our dynamic and highly motivated team and contribute with the key technology Photonik to address social challenges such as mobility, digitalization, energy transition, connectivity and health. The RWTH is certified as a family-friendly university. RWTH offers a variety of health, counselling and prevention services (e.g. university sports) as part of a university health management. There is a wide range of training and the possibility of obtaining a job ticket for employees and civil servants.

The progress in digitization, for example in communication or autonomous driving, is based not least on the development of increasingly compact and more powerful computers. A key technology for the continuation of this development is the EUV technology with which the current and future generations of microprocessors are produced and characterized in the semiconductor industry. As a university institution, the chair TOS explores the comprehensive foundations that are of interest for the further development of EUV technology. These are, for example, optical systems for EUV, lithographic methods, the EUV material interaction and the measurement technology for nanoscale structures. With our industrial partners, we are working directly on the current and future challenges in the field of microchip production. The tasks specifically addressed here include the following working priorities: Development and use of unique experimental structures using EUV radiation sources and specialized optical components Research into scientific and technical issues from the field of EUV material interaction Development and implementation of experimental studies using spectroscopic measurement methods for quantification and qualification of results Development of measurement protocols and standards for efficient data acquisition, analysis and evaluation as well as comparison with theoretical models Heading and processing of research and development projects with industrial or public financing Presentation of your work and results at symposia, workshops, specialist conferences and industrial partners Support for Bachelor and Master's thesis and Student Assistants

This tender is aimed at graduates: within a university degree (master or comparable) in the field of physics or mechanical engineering. You are interested in the processing of scientific questions and have a high willingness to interdisciplinary work. You like to work in the team and have an independent, organized working style. You also have good knowledge of German and English. Knowledge of some of the following areas is of advantage, however, not necessary: Technology of extremely ultraviolet radiation Spectroscopic measurement methods and high vacuum technology Passion for experimental work on unique plants Progressive (script-based) data evaluation (e.g. Python, Matlab, etc.) Automation and control technology of electromechanical components Technical design and handling of design programs Experimental experience with measuring structures in the field of micro- and nano-production

The employment is in the employment relationship. The place shall be occupied at the next possible time and shall be limited to 3 years. A further employment of at least 2 years is possible. The temporary employment is carried out within the framework of the time-limits of the science-time contract law. It is a full-time job. If desired, parttime employment can be made possible. There is a doctoral opportunity. The grouping depends on the TV-L. The place is rated with EG 13 TV-L. The job description is aimed at all sexes. We want to promote the careers of women at RWTH Aachen University and are therefore looking forward to applicants. Women are preferably taken into account in the case of equal suitability, competence and professional performance, provided You are underrepresented in the organisational unit and, if not in the person of a competitor, outweigh the reasons. Applications for suitable people with difficulty are expressly desired. For the purposes of equal treatment, we ask you to waive an application photo. Information on the collection of personal data pursuant to Articles 13 and 14 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) can be found at https://www.rwth-aachen.de/dsgvo-information-bewerbe