Your future responsibilities
We are looking for an experienced research engineer leading the development of ion-trap chips (ITCs) at SAL. You will become part of a highly motivated, international team committed to realizing the building blocks of next generation quantum technology. Your work will be embedded in an international collaborative network.
- Coordinate ITC development and fabrication across different research units and cleanroom facilities.
- Execute small-scale fabrication and prototype for ITC devices in cleanroom facilities utilizing 200 mm wafer-level technology.
- Coordinate testing of developed ITC devices.
- Co-develop the design, fabrication and technological advancement of ion trap chips.
- Perform quality control and documentation for the statical process control.
- Communicate and report research findings to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
- Communicate and align with industry and academic partners
- Project management
- R&D project acquisition
Your profile
PhD in physics, quantum technology, electronics engineering or similar3+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing and trapped-ion quantum technologyExperience in industrial environment is an asset.Proficiency in English. German or willingness to learn is an asset.Motivated team player with good communication skills.Willingness to relocate to Austria / Villach.Willingness to travel.Important Facts about SAL
Diverse research activities with many technical challenges.State-of-the-art laboratory facilities and equipment.Location in the heart of Europe in Austria – relocation support for non-European nationalities.Internal and external training opportunities for career development.Home office in Austria (max. 40%) and work from anywhere in the European Union possible (Family & children friendly - actively shaping the compatibility of family and career.Vital4SAL” to promote a healthy workplace (e.g. SAL coaching pool, trainings on mental health, physical activities, healthy snacks, 24 / 7 accident insurance)4 per day meal allowance in restaurants or € 2 per working day in supermarkets.Public transport initiative (subsidy for the “Klimaticket”)Our values : Open door policy, flexibility in working hours, casual dress code, diverse teams, working with people of different nationalities, informal communication, lifelong learning, compatibility of family and career, sustainability, personal growth, and collective advancement.