Postdoc on Ferroelectric Ultra-Scaled Devices for Topotronics
Join a leading research group to fabricate and characterize advanced ferroelectric nano-devices for topotronics.
Best for:Best for experimental physicists or electrical engineers with cleanroom, semiconductor device, and Python experience.
Overview
The Institute Functional Oxides for Energy-Efficient IT at the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work on ferroelectric ultra-scaled devices for topotronics. The successful candidate will focus on device fabrication down to sub-100 nm dimensions using e-beam lithography, electrical characterization, and the investigation of polar textures. Additional responsibilities include leveraging AI-driven data analysis approaches and supervising junior researchers and Master's students. This fixed-term position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge nanoelectronics research within Germany's largest scientific organization.
What you'll do
- Fabricate 2- and 3-terminal ferroelectric devices scaled down to sub-100 nm dimensions using e-beam lithography.
- Perform detailed electrical characterization of manufactured ferroelectric devices.
- Investigate the presence and behavior of polar textures within the developed devices.
- Examine the manipulation of polar textures utilizing electric fields or optical methods.
- Apply AI-based techniques to analyze large datasets generated from multiple devices.
- Present research findings at international conferences and publish papers in scientific journals.
- Supervise an engineer responsible for developing e-beam lithography and etching processes.
- Supervise Master's students associated with the research group.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Language: English proficiency at C1 level
Instruction: English
- Extensive experience with electrical measurements
- Extensive experience with semiconductor devices
- Extensive experience in device fabrication and cleanroom environments
- Proficiency in Python programming
- Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-08
Prepare your application documents including a letter of application, curriculum vitae, publication list, and diploma copies with English translations. Submit your complete application package online through the designated application portal before the closing date.
- Letter of application
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of publications
- Copies of diploma and grades with English translation
- Name of three potential reviewers
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