TU Ilmenau offers three PhD positions within the DFG Priority Program SPP 2477 “Nitrides4Future – Novel Materials and Device Concepts”. The announced position is within the joint sub-project “Exploring the upper limits of piezoelectric polarization in ternary metal nitrides” with Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg. The research topics focus on the MBE growth of [(Sc,Y,La),(Al,Ga,In)]N and experimental investigation with respect to structural, elastic, and electronic properties as well as their long-term stability.
Your tasks
Your job tasks includes the following responsibilities:
1. MBE growth of ternary metal nitrides
2. Electronic structure and oxidation behaviour by XPS, UPS, MIES, TPD, and ISS
3. Structural and elastic properties by (XRD, AFM, PFM, SEM)
4. Data evaluation
5. Support in teaching (Bachelor and Master thesis, lab courses, seminars)
6. Documentation, publication, and presentation of results at national and international conferences and in peer-reviewed journals
Your profile
For being part of the selection process is needed:
7. University degree (Master/ Dipl. (Univ.)) in a natural science, materials science, or engineering discipline
8. good written and spoken English skills
Following competences are desirable:
9. Solid knowledge of solid-state (semiconductor) physics
10. Good knowledge in surface science
11. Experience in epitaxy and surface science methods
12. Basic knowledge in German
13. Independent, structured, and goal-oriented working style
Please provide evidence of the qualifications required for the job by certificates and references.
Please indicate when you would be optionally interested in one of the other two open positions within the SPP 2477 framework at TU Ilmenau.
The position is not divisible.
The job interviews will be placed in calenderer week 46/2025.
What we offer you:
14. attractive remuneration according to collective agreement (as per TV-L) incl. granting of a special annual payment
15. vacation entitlement of 30 days in the calendar year and additional days off on 24 / 31 December
16. family-friendly, flexible working time model
17. VBL - pension scheme in the public sector
18. wide range of individual training opportunities
19. extensive health and sports programs
20. respectful working environment at a renowned university