Academic Assistant (f/m/d) for the Development of Chip-based Quantum Sensors (PhD possible)

Sharing the future together for a viable society – the vision of TH Wildau! As a university for applied sciences, we want to accompany social transformations in a responsible and practical manner. We bring technology and management together to create interdisciplinary spaces for innovative learning environments as well as researching and teaching creativity. In the metropolitan region of Berlin/Brandenburg, our campus is known as a place of encounter, lifelong learning and joint work of different (special) cultures. A state-of-the-art equipment and industrial architecture from 19. The century symbolizes what is also important to us professionally and humanly: we connect!

In the field of photonics and optical technologies, the following point is to be placed at the Technical University of Wildau:

Academic assistant*in (w/m/d) for the development of chip-based quantum sensors (promotion possible)

Employment is done in full time with 40 hours per week for 36 months, with option for extension. Employment in parttime is possible in principle. Remuneration shall be effected in the event of personal conditions under the provisions of the collective agreements for the public service of the countries (TV-L) up to the remuneration group 13.

As part of the Joint Lab with the Leibniz Institute IHP, you develop quantum-optical circuits and photonic components for novel integrated quantum systems. Your field of activity includes:

quantenoptical sensor system: Development of the theoretical foundations and understanding of methods Design of quantum-optical circuits and creation of chip layouts for silicon-based platforms Simulation of photonic components (shaft conductors, beam splitters, modulators) for optimizing component performance Implementation and supervision of laboratory experiments, in particular characterization and measurements of integrated quantum optics components Accompanying process development in cooperation with the Leibniz Institute IHP Scientific publications and presentations at conferences Possibility of doctoral studies in cooperation with a university

completed master's degree in physics, electrical engineering, photonics or a related area Experience in at least one of the following areas: quantum-optical interferometry photonic design (e.g. by KLayout) Simulation of quantum-optical components (e.g. by means of Lumerical, COMSOL Multiphysics) Semiconductor technology and clean room processes Experimental optics and quantum optics Programming skills in Python, MATLAB or similar languages are advantageous

independent and team-oriented working very good MS Office knowledge very good oral and written communication and expressability in German as well as good English language skills in word and writing strong commitment and self-employment (structured, self-responsible, accurate and targeted and service-oriented mode of operation) friendly, customer-oriented, creative, reliable, loadable Team, organizational and communication skills

What do we offer? an exciting, interdisciplinary research activity between university and research institute the place is associated with a guest scientist status at the Leibniz Institute IHP Access to state-of-the-art photonic laboratories and clean rooms Possibility of doctoral and scientific further qualification close cooperation with leading research institutions and international partners flexible forms of work for better reconciliation of family, private life and occupation (including moving working hours, short core times, alternating teleworking and mobile work, working in the parent-child office) interesting and varied activities and opportunities to actively shape the university in a variety of formats Trustful working culture at eye level Member of an innovative university community with family atmosphere additional pension provision by the Federal and Länder pension fund (VBL) and asset-effective benefits 30 days holiday plus additional free days on 24.12. and 31.12. very good access by public transport (campus directly at the S-Bahn station Wildau) sufficiently free parking for motor vehicles and bicycles diverse training options and English for employees Mensa on campus various health and sports facilities, discounted membership in the gym with swimming pool

We look forward to your application! Please apply by email until 30 June 2025: Dr. Heise.

Questions about the application? Application management Anita Reichelt

Note: Application costs (including travel costs) cannot be accepted.

The Technical University of Wildau aims to increase the proportion of female employees and calls for qualified women to apply. Applications for severely disabled persons are preferably taken into account with the same suitability and capability. We also ask all interested and already interested in TH Wildau employees to apply. Applicants (w/m/d) with children are welcome – the Technical University of Wildau is certified as a family-friendly university. JOBV1_EN