Research Assistant/Associate (f/m/d)

Weitere Informationen

The successful candidate will be employed under a regular employment contract.
The position is to be filled at the earliest possible date and offered for a fixed term of 3 years.
We aim to offer employment beyond this period.
The fixed-term employment is possible as it constitutes one of the fixed-term options of the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (German Act on Fixed-term Scientific Contracts).
This is a full-time position.
The successful candidate has the opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree in this position.
The salary is based on the German public service salary scale (TV-L).
The position corresponds to a pay grade of EG 13 TV-L.

Unser Profil

Semiconductor devices are the basis for all electronic applications: from smartphones and photovoltaics over high speed data transmission up to power electronics for electromobility. A fundamental physical understanding of theses devices on a microscopic level is therefore desirable, on the hand to improve current technologies and, on the other hand, to explore the potential of possible future devices.

At the Institute of Electromagnetic Theory, we investigate physical models for semiconductor devices, develop suitable numerical methods for these models and perform simulations with self-developed programs on our computer cluster. We collaborate internationally with other institutes and with companies which provide devices and measurement data.

The course offerings of our institute encompass lectures on electromagnetic theory for bachelor students and specialized lectures on simulation of semiconductor devices for master students.

At the ITHE, you will find varied activities in an open-minded and motivated international team with an appreciative corporate culture.

Ihr Profil

• Academic degree with excellent grades (master or comparable) in electrical engineering, physics or comparable field
• Enthusiasm for simulation of electronic devices, application of numerical mathematics and programming of complex software systems, as well as the intention to achieve a doctoral degree in this field
• High degree of autonomy, commitment and initiative
• Good analytical and conceptual skills
• High proficiency in written and spoken English

Ihre Aufgaben

• Advancement of microscopic transport models for electrons and holes in silicon inversion channels, with particular emphasis on cryogenic temperatures for quantum computing applications
• Development of models for various scattering mechanisms (phonons, interface roughness, charged impurities, etc.), including screening effects, for the Boltzmann transport equation
• Solution of the Schrödinger equation for the subband structure, taking into account interface roughness and ionized impurities
• Teaching responsibilities at RWTH Aachen University (e.g., laboratory courses and tutorials) in German or English, as well as exam correction

Über uns

RWTH is proud to be certified as a family-friendly university. As part of our Campus Health initiative, RWTH offers a wide range of health, counseling, and prevention services, including university sports. Employees under collective bargaining agreements and civil servants also benefit from a comprehensive continuing education program and the option to purchase a job ticket for convenient commuting.
RWTH is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and make employment decisions without regard to national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability or age. RWTH is especially committed to supporting the advancement of women in academia. When women are underrepresented in a university unit, preferential consideration will be given to female applicants among candidates of equal merit and professional standing, unless compelling reasons favor another individual.
In keeping with RWTH’s commitment to equality of opportunity, we ask that you do not include a photo with your application.
Please refer to https://www.rwth-aachen.de/applicant-privacy-policy for information about how we collect and process applicant data in accordance with Articles 13 and 14 of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Besoldung / Entgelt

EG 13 TV-L