TUD Dresden University of Technology, as a University of Excellence, is one of the leading and most dynamic research institutions in the country. The Cluster of Excellence "Responsible Electronics in the Climate Change Era (REC²)" addresses the key challenge posed by the ubiquitous use of electronics, which leads to an enormous resource and energy consumption and the generation of electronic waste. In a range of research and academic programs, REC² unites the natural and engineering sciences with the humanities, social sciences and medicine. This wide range of disciplines is a special feature, not only of the Cluster, but also of TUD, facilitating interdisciplinarity and transfer of science to society.
As a modern employer, TUD offers attractive working conditions to all employees in teaching, research, technology and administration. The Cluster of Excellence REC² offers (subject to the availability of resources) at the Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Institute of Semiconductors and Microsystem (IHM), Chair of Nanoelectronics a full-time position as
Research Associate / PhD Student (m/f/x)(subject to personal qualification employees are remunerated according to salary group E 13 TV-L) starting as soon as possible. The position offers the chance to obtain further academic qualification (usually PhD). The period of employment is governed by the Fixed Term Research Contracts Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz/WissZeitVG).
inventing novel and improving existing semiconductor technology processes and their integration to enable a more sustainable and responsible fabrication of semiconductor devices and integrated electronic circuits
research direct fabrication of sensors and devices on novel substrate materials, and develop novel active materials and fabrication methods to integrate all functionalities into these substrates
willingness and ability to think beyond the boundaries of your field, to act in an international and diverse environment and to live an open and constructive communication
fluency in English, knowledge of German would be a plus We offer: You will join a team of enthusiastic scientists who pursue creatively their individual research agenda inspired by the cluster’s innovative approach and support. Your PhD research will be fostered by the REC² philosophy to promote young researchers, which includes:
the opportunity for engaging and independent work within a flat hierarchy, in an open-minded team and supportive atmosphere
access to state-of-the-art research of leading academic institutes
possibility to apply for GreenRiskFunds to pursue your own high-risk/high-gain research ideas
flexible arrangements for work hours to support a good work-life balance and a family-friendly work environment
supervision via a dual supervision concept, including a structured PhD project plan, international exchange, and a dedicated Thesis Advisory Committee (TAC)
30 days of vacation per year (based on a 5-day workweek)
extensive opportunities for professional development and continuing education
health care and sports programs offered by TUD
a discounted job ticket (also available as a Deutschlandticket)
participation in the supplementary pension scheme for employees in the public sector via VBL (Federal and State Government Employees Retirement Fund) TUD strives to employ more women in academia and research. If multiple candidates prove to be equally qualified, those with disabilities or with equivalent status pursuant to the German Social Code IX (SGB IX) will receive priority for employment.
Please submit your detailed application (in English only) with the usual documents by April 10, 2026 (stamped arrival date of the university central mail service or the time stamp on the email server of TUD applies), preferably via the TUD SecureMail Portal by sending it as a single pdf file to ne-bewerbungen@tu-dresden.Reference to data protection: Your data protection rights, the purpose for which your data will be processed, as well as further information about data protection is available to you on the website:. The Excellence Programme, initially launched in 2005 by the German government has aroused passionate debate right from the start and still has the potential to polarise opinion.
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