Employee in Research and Teaching on Novel Semiconductors 60 – 100 %

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Employee in Research and Teaching on Novel Semiconductors 60 – 100 %

Would you like to bridge the gap between fundamentals and application of novel semiconductor materials? And network internationally in the process? Then you are exactly right with us.

Department: School of Engineering

Start of work: By arrangement, at the latest beginning of 2026. Part-time is possible. The position is initially limited to two years with the possibility of extension. In case of excellent cooperation, a permanent position is also conceivable. Application deadline: 31.08.2025

You actively participate in our research group and support the team leader with:

• Acquisition of research projects, also independently
• Management and implementation of research projects
• Presentation and publication of research results
• Professional co-supervision of PhD students
• Announcement and supervision of bachelor and master theses
• Management of laboratory infrastructure

Additionally, medium-term involvement in teaching by taking over physics or mathematics classes in the bachelor/master program is planned.

You have a doctorate in materials science, physics, chemistry, electrical engineering or related fields and have several years of experience in applied research on novel semiconductors, demonstrated by publication activities and project acquisition. Ideally, you bring complementary expertise to our team, which deals, among other things, with the optoelectronic characterization and modeling of perovskite solar cells. Your previous research activities should fit in there and could thematically include: atomic force microscopy including electrical modes (cAFM, KPFM); chemistry of novel semiconductor materials; structural and surface analysis of materials with electron microscopy or complementary and novel simulation methods. Besides enthusiasm for research, you are characterized by high social competence and teamwork skills. You have an interest in participating in teaching. You have very good English skills and ideally also German skills. Experience in project acquisition and enthusiasm for writing project proposals are essential. Ideally, you have a network in the European research landscape and/or have very good contacts with regional companies that are suitable for joint innovation projects in the field of novel semiconductors. You are welcome to include a brief outline of possible planned activities with your application letter.

The ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences, with over 14,000 students and over 11,000 continuing education participants as well as around 3,700 employees, is one of the largest multi-disciplinary universities of applied sciences in Switzerland.

The School of Engineering (SoE), as one of the leading educational and research institutions in Switzerland, focuses on future-relevant topics. 14 institutes and centers guarantee high-quality education, research, and development with a focus on energy, mobility, information, and health.

In the Novel Semiconductor Devices Team at the Institute of Computational Physics, we research, among other things, perovskite solar cells. Our expertise lies in optoelectronic characterization and modeling. Our research is funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation and the European Research Council.

ZHAW is committed to gender-mixed and diverse teams to promote equality, diversity, and innovation. To increase the proportion of women in leadership positions, applications from women are particularly welcome.

We offer university-appropriate working and employment conditions and actively promote the personnel development of our employees and managers. A detailed description of the benefits can be found on the "Working at ZHAW" website. Here are the main points:

Wolfgang Tress

Head of the Novel Semiconductor Devices Team

Jasmin Strobel

Recruiting Manager