The Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU) is a young, ambitious university and the only technical university in the state of Brandenburg. With more than 1,500 employees, the BTU is one of the largest employers in Lusatia.
In the faculty 1 MINT - Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering und Information Technology the following position at the Chair of Micro- and Nanosystems in Cottbus as soon as possible:
Head of the working group "Young Investigator Group Micromechanical Sensor and Actuator Systems” as Academic Staff Member (m/f/d) Qualification position
Reference Number: 157/23
The Chair of Micro- and Nanosystems is concerned with application-oriented research of novel actuators and sensors. These are conceived, designed and simulated. The components are then manufactured in close cooperation with the Fraunhofer IPMS in Dresden on the basis of silicon technologies. They are then characterized and evaluated for a wide range of applications at the Chair. The focus is on electrostatic/capacitive elements, such as the so-called NED actuator ("Nano Electrostatic Drive"), which is being further developed for use in micro loudspeakers, ultrasonic sensors or micropositioning systems. The work in the department also includes reliability studies and aspects of system integration as well as the use of artificial intelligence algorithms to realize innovative sensor system solutions.
In addition to the Fraunhofer IPMS, there are numerous other research and development partners working together, for example, in the BMBF-funded project "Innovation Campus Electronics and Microsensorics Cottbus - iCampus".
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These are your responsibilities
Research tasks:
- Independent establishment of a research group and scientific and administrative coordination of the projects acquired within this framework with a focus on research into new micromechanical sensor and actuator systems, including, among others:
- Developing an in-depth understanding of operating principles of silicon-based MEMS devices (Experimental including development of phenomenological models).
- Transfer of knowledge to the design and realization of devices and systems for selected applications
- Proactive participation in the acquisition and implementation of third-party funded projects
- Establishment of a working group
- Lecturing and publishing on the research topic
- Preparation of contributions for reports and presentations
- Further research-related administrative tasks
Collaboration in teaching, including:
- Participation in the fulfillment of the teaching duties of the department
- Preparation and execution of lectures, seminars or tutorials including teaching related administrative tasks
- Participation in the supervision of student theses and dissertations as well as professional supervision of doctoral dissertations
- Own in-depth scientific work in preparation for a habilitation
Your Skills
A completed academic university degree within the meaning of the remuneration regulations for the TV-L (accredited Master's degree / university diploma / equivalent) in a subject area relevant to the job (e.g. physics, electrical engineering or comparable). You have an outstanding doctorate in one of the research areas of the department.
You should have the following knowledge and/or experience:
- Profound methodological knowledge in microsystems engineering or semiconductor technology
- Experience in structuring, soliciting and conducting research projects
- Knowledge of FEA-based simulation, design of sensors/actuators, of optical methods for surface characterization or the realization of electronic drive/readout circuits is an advantage
Personally, you are characterised by: high competence in scientific work, distinctive conceptual and analytical thinking, very high independence and flexibility, high level of communication skills.
Our Offer
BTU offers you excellent conditions for your scientific qualification and research. In addition, there are many advantages of the science location Cottbus, which particularly impresses with its interdisciplinarity, as well as good transport connections to Berlin or Dresden and attractive and inexpensive housing in the Lusatian Lake District.
Become part of the BTU family if you want to actively help shape structural change in the Lusatia region. We are pleased to meet you.
The BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg is committed to equal opportunities and diversity and strives for a balanced gender ratio in all employee groups. Persons with a severe disability as well as persons of equal status will be given priority in the case of equal suitability.
The BTU aims to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and therefore strongly encourages qualified female applicants to apply.
The submission of application photos is not required.
For more information about the position to be filled, please contact Prof. Dr. Harald Schenk (e-mail: harald.schenk(at)b-tu.de, phone: +49 (0) 351 8823-154).
The BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg is committed to equal opportunities and diversity and strives for a balanced gender ratio in all employee groups. Persons with a severe disability as well as persons of equal status will be given priority in the case of equal suitability.
The BTU aims to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and therefore strongly encourages qualified female applicants to apply.
The submission of application photos is not required.
Please note the more detailed information on the selection process on the BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg website.
Please send applications, quoting the reference number, by 30.04.2024 exclusively by e-mail in PDF format to the Dean of the Faculty of MINT - Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg, P.O. Box 101344, 03013 Cottbus.
Publication date: 21.09.2023