Summary
The Leibniz Institute for High Performance Microelectronics (IHP) is offering a fully funded PhD position within its Materials Research department. The successful candidate will join the Adaptive Materials research group to contribute to an industry-focused project centered on the characterization, modeling, and integration of CMOS-compatible plasmonic sensing devices.
Position Details
- Designation: PhD Student / Position (m/f/d)
- Research Area: Plasmonic Sensor Development, Adaptive Materials, Semiconductor Characterization
- Location: Frankfurt (Oder), Germany (based on the institute’s official location, with up to 40% remote work flexibility allowed)
Quick Overview Table
| Feature | Details |
| Job-ID | 0073/26 |
| Department | Material Research |
| Salary / Remuneration | As per tariff (E13 TV-L) |
| Working Time | 40 hours/week |
| Contract Duration | Initially two years with an option of extension |
| Starting Date | January 1, 2027 |
Eligibility & Qualifications
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Degree: Hold a Master’s degree in matter physics, semiconductor devices, materials science, microelectronics, or a related field.
- Technical Experience: Previous experience in the optical characterization of plasmonic structures/devices and a strong background in semiconductor materials characterization.
- Skills: Proficiency in data analysis, strong analytical/problem-solving skills, and the ability to quickly learn the latest technical equipment and software.
- Language: Fluent in English (the working environment is international). German language skills are welcome, and improvement is encouraged via in-house courses.
- Soft Skills: Must be an independent thinker, a strong team player, and highly organized.
Job Description
As a PhD student in the Adaptive Materials group, your core responsibilities will include:
- Contributing directly to the development of state-of-the-art plasmonic sensor systems.
- Characterizing and modeling CMOS-compatible plasmonic sensing devices and ensuring their integration into broader systems.
- Collaborating closely with an international team of highly experienced researchers and fellow PhD students.
- Interacting frequently with the project leader, laboratory leaders, and industrial partners within the project consortium to successfully transfer knowledge into industry.
Benefits & What They Offer
- Research opportunity in a top-tier, multinational environment with excellent career prospects.
- Access to a state-of-the-art 1500 m² cleanroom running 0.13/0.25 µm-SiGe-BiCMOS pilot line technologies.
- 30 days of annual holiday and a special annual payment.
- Flexible working hours with no core hours and the ability to work off-site up to 40% of the time.
- Company pension scheme (VBL) and a discounted public transport company ticket allowance.
- Structured induction, inclusion workshops, and actively supported integration into the institute.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application in either German or English via the online application form on the IHP Careers Website.
Contact Information: For more details or informal inquiries regarding the position, you can contact Prof. Dr. Christian Wenger directly at wenger@ihp-microelectronics.com.
Last Date to Apply : Open Now
- Application Deadline: The official announcement does not specify a rigid closing date, but the position features a scheduled Starting Date of 01.01.2027. Applications should be submitted as early as possible before this date to ensure full consideration.
