Senior Scientist - Piezo MEMS Design Engineer (f/m/d)

YOUR FUTURE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design of new and innovative MEMS devices based on piezoelectric thin film technology.
• Modeling of piezo MEMS devices using analytical and/or finite element method to meet the desired specifications.
• Development of Piezo MEMS devices such as PMUT, micro-mirror or microphone from concept to prototype.
• Design DOE to understand and improve device physics, materials and fabrication.
• Characterization of the sensors and transducers.
• Possibility to be involved in MEMS microfabrication and prototyping in clean room facility by using 200mm wafer level technology.
• Scientific communication / reporting of research results.
• Project management.

YOUR PROFILE

• PhD degree in microengineering or related fields such as mechanical or electrical engineering, or applied physics, with a focus on microtechnology preferably with significant piezo MEMS experience.
• Having at least 4 years relevant work experience or postdoc with relevant publication records.
• Strong expertise in at least one of the following piezo MEMS fields: PMUT, piezo actuated micro-mirror, piezo microphone, BAW and SAW devices.
• Strong knowledge in semiconductor technologies and practical and professional experience in related cleanroom microfabrication processes and piezoelectric thin film technology.
• Expert with FEM simulation methods and tools (COMSOL).
• Interested in piezo MEMS development.
• Interested in application-oriented development of innovative sensors concepts.
• Autonomous, well organized and enjoy working in a dynamic and multicultural team.
• Oral and written communication skills in English.
• Good experience in project management.

IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT SAL

• Start of your employment as soon as possible.
• State-of-the-art laboratory facilities and instruments.
• Internal and external training opportunities for further technical and personal development.
• Flexible working time and possibilities for Home Office .
• € 4 /day food allowance in restaurants / € 2 /day in supermarkets.
• Family & kids friendly.
• Free coffee/milk/tea.

This position is subject to the Collective Agreement for employees in non-university research (Research CA) starting in occupational group F (F1 salary = EUR 3.930, paid 14 times a year) based on 38,5 hours per week). For this position we offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your experience and qualifications, starting with a minimum salary of EUR 65.000 (annual, based on an All-in contract and bonus).

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