Research Fellow in Novel Electronic Materials
Join Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin as a research fellow to investigate novel electronic materials, nano-, and quantum structures.
Best for:Best for physics or materials science graduates with solid-state expertise and strong experimental skills seeking a PhD opportunity.
Overview
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin invites applications for a part-time Research Fellow position within the Department of Physics in the Novel Materials group. The successful candidate will engage in scientific services, fabrication and characterization of electronic materials, and magneto-transport experiments while pursuing a doctorate. The role offers a modern work environment with flexible working hours and structured onboarding within an institution of excellence. Applicants are expected to hold a relevant master's degree and contribute actively to teaching and international research cooperation.
What you'll do
- Provide scientific services in research and teaching in German language amounting to 3 SWS.
- Fabricate and characterize electronic materials, nano-structures, and quantum structures.
- Set up and conduct magneto-transport experiments within the Novel Materials group.
- Contribute to scientific exchange with national and international research cooperation partners.
- Perform tasks related to own scientific qualification leading towards a doctorate.
Requirements
Degree required: Master Degree or equivalent in physics or materials science
Degree offered: PhD
Language: German (C1) and English (B2)
Instruction: German and English
- Specialization in solid-state physics with above-average grades
- Knowledge of semiconductor physics and technology
- Proficiency in spoken and written German at least C1 level
- Very good written and spoken English skills at least B2 level
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, Origin, LabView, and Python
- Ability to work independently and excellent experimental scientific skills
- Ability to work in a team and cooperate with others
- Qualified female scholars are specifically encouraged to apply.
- Severely disabled applicants with equivalent qualifications will be given preferential consideration.
- People with an immigration history are specifically encouraged to apply.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-04 (Europe/Berlin)
Please send your complete application referencing job ID AN/226/26 via email as a single PDF file to the designated address. Ensure all required qualification proofs and motivational documents are included in your submission.
- Letter of motivation
- Tabular curriculum vitae
- Certificates, diplomas, and continuing education certificates
- Work references or evaluations
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