Doctoral Thesis Researcher (PhD) (f/m/d)

In the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology in the Nanotechnology Group at the Technische Universität Ilmenau (Germany) is a vacancy for a

Doctoral Thesis Researcher (PhD) (f/m/d)

to promote their own academic qualifications within the meaning of § 2 (1) of the German Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz) as soon as possible.

The Nanotechnology Research Group conducts interdisciplinary research in the field of fluidic self-assembly of microscopic components. Fluidic self-assembly is the surface-tension-controlled assembly of microscopic chips, including LEDs and transistors, onto rigid and flexible printed circuit boards. To achieve self-assembly, receptors made of liquid solder are fabricated on various substrates and placed in an aqueous environment. Surface chemistry and surface tension play a crucial role in this process. Furthermore, specialized assembly systems are required for the transport and observation of the chips during the process. For our experimental research projects, we are seeking dedicated scientists to join us as soon as possible to enable the heterogeneous integration of various components and assemblies.

The goal is to secure a postdoctoral position following the completion of the doctoral program.

Your tasks

The position includes the following responsibilities:

• Design, construction, and test run of new (previously non-existent) physical experimental setups (custom build) that enable the fabrication of novel heterogeneous functional structures and systems.
• Exploration of new fluidic or other physical assembly methods
• Assistance with project proposals/documentation and final reports.
• Analysis and publication of scientific results in international journals.

Your profile

For being part of the selection process is needed:

A completed degree (M.Sc., M.Eng., Dipl.-Ing., or equivalent) in electrical engineering, material science, micro/nanotechnology, or a related field is required.

Following competences are desirable:

• Experience with inorganic and organic chemistry, surface modification, assembly and joining technology, packaging/backend technology, micro/nanotechnology, lithography, materials analysis, SEM, and plasma processes.Please highlight these qualifications in your application.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills (Level B2) round up your profile.

Please provide evidence of the qualifications required for the job by certificates and references.

The position is not divisible.

What we offer you:

• attractive remuneration according to collective agreement (as per TV-L) incl. granting of a special annual payment
• vacation entitlement of 30 days in the calendar year and additional days off on 24 / 31 December
• family-friendly, flexible working time model
• VBL - pension scheme in the public sector
• wide range of individual training opportunities
• extensive health and sports programs
• respectful working environment at a renowned university

The university stands in the fields of technology, mathematics and natural sciences, business and media for teaching and research at the highest level. It attaches particular importance to innovativ teaching and interdisciplinary. It identifies with Humboldt's ideals and pursues the vision of a cosmopolitan campus family.

Technische Universität llmenau is holder of the „TOTAL E-Quality“ distinction and emphasizes gendered quality.

Severely disabled applicants with essentially identical professional suitability will be preferentially selected.

ID Number: 27/2026
application deadline: 28.06.2026

For further information please contact Prof. Heiko O. Jacobs , Phone +49 3677 69 3723.