Postdoctoral Researcher: Further development and application of advanced sputtering techniques (HPPMS, in situ plasma diagnostics) for targeted synthesis of multifunctional thin films

In order to fill a fixed-term position in full-time (39.83 hours/week = 100%) at the immediately possible date, we are looking for 1

Postdoctoral Researcher: The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany's leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum's declared aim.

Further development and application of advanced sputtering techniques (HPPMS, in situ plasma diagnostics) for targeted synthesis of multifunctional thin films The chair of Materials Discovery and Interfaces at the Institute for Materials develops newfunctional multi thin-film materials by using combinatorial sputtering methods (materials libraries) and high-throughput characterization methods. For this purpose, unique experimental facilities are available: 9 combinatorial sputtering systems (inert, reactive, DC, RF, HPPMS, ...), in situ characterization methods (plasma diagnostics, e.g. OES, Langmuir sample), various high-throughput characterization methods (EDX, XPS, XRD, functional properties). In order to strengthen the efficient international team of the chair, the position of a postdoctoral researcher (m/f/x) is to be filled. We are looking for a sputter expert to further develop and utilize our sputter capabilities. The tasks include experimental work (development and use of optimized sputter processes, synthesis of material libraries, high-throughput characterization), working in publicly funded projects and industrial research projects. Combinatorial synthesis of thin film materials libraries using sputtering High-throughput characterization of the thin film materials libraries (EDX, XRD, XPS ...) Implementing new advanced sputtering and characterization techniques (OES, AES, RHEED) Further development of combinatorial fabrication processes towards (semi)autonomous coating processes

We are looking for a highly motivated scientist with very good knowledge in the field of sputter technology who is willing to tackle new, exciting and promising topics in an interdisciplinary environment and who has the ambitious to efficiently generate, publish and apply new scientific findings using the exceptional experimental facilities available.The future postdoctoral researcher (m/f/x) is expected to work independently with high motivation, be able to work in teams English in a goal-oriented manner, efficient results

• Ph.D. degree in materials science, materials physics or a related field, with a strong academic record.
• Extensive experience in the field of sputter deposition of thin films with a proven track record
• Experience in the field of thin film characterization, e.g. SEM, EDX, XPS, XRD, ...
• Experience with HPPMS
• Experience with in situ characterization techniques such as optical emission spectroscopy (OES), quartz crystal monitor or Langmuir sample
• Experience in data science literacy and programming knowledge are desired
• Willingness to work in a clean room
• Experience and interest in publications The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a preservation.

Material Discovery and Interfaces New materials and interfaces Scope: full-time Duration: fixed-term, 24 months Start: at the soon possible date Apply by: 2026-04-27 We offer: Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence Employment at one of the largest universities in Germany within the University Alliance Ruhr A qualified on-boarding and induction process Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team A job in the heart of the lively Ruhr metropolitan region with its diverse cultural offerings Further information: The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the countries (TV-L).If the staff and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV-L. Further information can be found at https://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/ (in German). The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum. If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no obligation. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees. German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF).https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/sbgk/index.html.en The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the the individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum explicitly requests job applications from women. In areas in which You are underrepresented You will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome. .