PhD position (f/m/d) - Department of Electrical Engineering and Information - Group MEEE- Mater[...]

PhD Position (f/m/d)

Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, Group MEEE- Materials for Electrical Engineering and Electronics, Technische Universität Ilmenau (Germany).

1 week ago – be among the first 25 applicants.

Full time. Restriction until 31.12.2028. Salary: EG 13 TV-L. Beginning: 01.01.2026.

Project \“Enhanced in-situ online/offline Mössbauer capabilities at ISOLDE (CERN) by fast in-situ laser processing for better measurement yields – eMILY\“ funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space. Project duration: 3 years starting 01.01.2026.

Responsibilities

• Development and installation of an on‑line Mössbauer modular chamber for ISOLDE/CERN.
• Ion and laser beam simulations, with further development and installation.
• Programming and automation of the test set‑ups; development and enhancement of evaluation software.
• Performing measurements at ISOLDE/CERN and elsewhere.
• Participating in joint projects within ISOLDE collaboration, data collection and analysis.
• Evaluation and presentation of results and their scientific use (e.g., in publications, lectures, reports, international conferences).

Profile

• University degree (Diploma/M.Sc.) in physics, materials science, chemistry, or a related field with a grade above average.
• Profound understanding of solid‑state physics and thermodynamics; ideally experience with semiconductor and insulator materials.

Desirable Competences

• Experience with Mössbauer methodology, in‑situ experiments or other nuclear spectroscopy techniques, system set‑up, electronics is a significant plus.
• Experience with vacuum systems, cryogenics, or high‑power lasers is highly desirable.
• Good knowledge of at least one OOP programming language (e.g., Python, C++) for data analysis and, desirably, also knowledge of languages for instrument control (e.g., LabView, Simatic STEP). Experience with data visualization and statistical analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Origin, or Python libraries like NumPy and Matplotlib).
• Good communication skills, fluency in English and the willingness to fully commit yourself as part of an international collaboration.

What we offer you

• Attractive remuneration according to the collective agreement (TV‑L) including a special annual payment.
• Vacation entitlement of 30 days in the calendar year and additional days off on 24/31 December.
• Family‑friendly, flexible working time model.
• VBL – pension scheme in the public sector.
• Wide range of individual training opportunities.
• Extensive health and sports programmes.
• Respectful working environment at a renowned university.

Additional Information

Technische Universität Ilmenau is a leading institution in technology, mathematics and natural sciences, business and media. It emphasizes innovative teaching and interdisciplinary research, pursues the vision of a cosmopolitan campus family, and is holder of the \“TOTAL E‑Quality\“ distinction. Severely disabled applicants with essentially identical professional suitability will be preferentially selected.

**ID Number:** 79/2025
**Application deadline:** 15.12.2025
For further information please contact Professor Dr. Peter Schaaf, Phone +49 3677 69 3611.
Technische Universität Ilmenau | Dezernat für Personal und Recht | Postfach 10 05 65 | 98684 Ilmenau.