The Research Group Surface Science of Functional Nanostructures at Technische Universität Ilmenau offers a half position for a

Research associate (doctoral student)

The initial employment period is 2 years with the option for an extension.
Payment is governed by the provisions of the collective agreements in the public sector in the country (TV-L) according to salary group E13 (50%).
The jobholder is intended to contribute to research and teaching efforts of the Institute of Physics aiming at concluding his scientific work with a doctoral degree.

Responsibilities and job tasks:
Within the framework of the project “Seebeck Gas Sensors” funded by the German Science Foundation, the research associate conducts surface and material analyses to study the surface chemistry and electronic proper-ties of epitaxial and nanocrystalline oxide films as well as their variation by adsorbates, mainly using electron spectroscopy.  Goal is a thorough characterization and optimization of thin semiconductor films for realization of reliable and sensitive Seebeck gas sensor systems. Willingness for a partial engagement in teaching activities of the institute (seminars or practical courses) is expected.

Further tasks are:
• Contributions to the preparation of scientific publications and project documentations
• Co-supervision of Bachelor and Master students

Required Qualifications:
• excellent Master of Science or equivalent degree in physics, chemistry or materials science
• interest in scientific problems and laboratory work
• knowledge of surface and semiconductor spectroscopy and vacuum technology
• high motivation for interdisciplinary joint tasks within the group of project partners
• excellent knowledge of the English language
• ability to work independently and task-oriented

The ideal candidate should be a highly motivated team player and should have communicative and organiza-tional skills.

The research group is associated with various interdisciplinary initiatives within Technische Universität Ilmenau and offers excellent conditions for professional training and activity in natural and engineering sciences.

Technische Universität Ilmenau has been awarded the Total E-Quality-predicate. It strongly urges women to apply.

Disabled persons, having the same aptitude and professional qualifications, have priority in hiring.

Applications including the usual documents (letter of application, complete curriculum vitae, certificates, possibly references) should be sent by May 30st, 2014 under the reference number 33/2014 to: bewerbung@tu-ilmenau.de

For further information on the project, candidates are advised to contact Dr. Marcel Himmerlich directly, Tel.: +493677/693417, email: marcel.himmerlich@tu-ilmenau.de.

Official link of job advertisement:
http://www.berufsstart.de/hbdb/krvlinks/upload/anzeigen/352175/Anzeige-352175.pdf