Group Leader Semiconductor Integration Technologies

The Fraunhofer Society is one of the world's leading organisations for application-oriented research. 75 institutes develop groundbreaking technologies for our economy and society – more precisely: 32 000 people from technology, science, administration and IT. You know, who comes to Fraunhofer wants and can change something. For yourself, for us and the markets of today and tomorrow. As a research and development partner for the industry, the Fraunhofer Institute for Microelectronic Circuits and Systems IMS develops customized microelectronic circuits, microsystems and sensors for specific requirements of our research and industrial partners. Our CMOS and MST refining space – one of the most powerful in the German research landscape – combines industrial manufacturing depth with academic excellence in direct partnership with the University of Duisburg-Essen. Our group ''Semiconductor Integration Technologies'' bridges the bridge between basic research and industrial application. Here we develop the detectors and sensor systems that will depend on sectors from space to medical technology in the coming decades. As part of APECS – one of the EU Chips Act pilot lines in Europe – we develop highly sensitive single photon avalanche diodes (SPADs) of the next generation: detectors that can register individual photons. Applications range from quantum technologies to earth observation from space to medical imaging. As an open access pilot line, we create access to modern post-CMOS processes for start-ups, SMEs and corporations – without our own Fab, without millions of investment. As a group management, you actively shape this platform and build the ecosystem of European semiconductor innovation.

You lead a team of scientific employees and support their professional and personal development, focusing on individual development and innovation in semiconductor technologies and quality awareness. Using trend and market analyses as well as discussions with industry, you develop new research approaches in coordination with the department management and thus determine the strategic orientation of your group. You coordinate the ongoing projects within your group in the fields of integration technologies and sensor technology and present the project results at conferences, trade fairs, forums, project partners and external customers as well as in the form of scientific publications. Together with our business areas, you can acquire public and industrial projects and thus ensure the financing of the group. To do this, you build an international network of industrial partners, contracting authorities and universities. You can do this by visiting trade fairs, conferences and workshops. You promote young scientists and create a group culture where curiosity and ideas are welcome.

Minimum qualifications Graduate (Master/Diplom) preferably with PhD in the field of electrical engineering, physics, nanoengineering or comparable Very good knowledge of microelectronics and semiconductor technology (preferably in the field of microelectronics and microsystems technology) with relevant professional experience Comprehensive experience in conducting research and development projects Experience in the acquisition of third-party funding projects (BMFTR, EU or comparable) and/or industrial projects Ideally first experience in the leadership of employees Adaptivity to adapt to changes in the research landscape and the ability to translate your own visions into the research tasks Very good communication and presentation skills in German and English Required qualifications: Experience with Post-CMOS technologies: SPADs, Bolometers, Silicon Photonics and/or Quantum Sensorics existing network in the sensor technology or semiconductor industry Experience in the leadership of interdisciplinary teams

One of the largest cleanrooms in the German research landscape in which we offer our customers complete CMOS process technology as well as microsystems technology at industrial level. Here you will find a variety of state of the art semiconductor manufacturing facilities that meet industrial standards, as well as space for process development to develop new technology fields. Flexible working hours (running time with integrated core working time from 9:30 to 15:00, Friday from 9:30 to 13:00) and mobile work on up to two days a week for better reconciliation of work and private life Occupational pension (VBL) and grant to the Deutschland-Ticket Job Very good transport connection with ÖPNV/Auto as well as free underground parking and lockable bicycle parking for employees Free precautionary offers such as annual influenza vaccination or visual testing Family and Occupational Compatibility Support: Mit-Kind-Office, Kindernotpflege und Beratungs zu Homecare-Eldercare etc. in cooperation with the pme family service Corporate Benefits: Benefits Offers from renowned manufacturers and brands