Student assistant (f/m/d) Scaling of glass processing with USP laser radiation

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research institutions throughout Germany and is the world’s leading applied research organization. Around 30 800 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.0 billion euros.

The Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT, together with the Chair of Laser Technology LLT at RWTH Aachen University, is Europe's leading center for contract research and development in the field of laser technology.
The Micro- and Nanostructuring group focuses on the processing of various materials, such as metals and glasses, with so-called ultrashort pulsed (USP) laser radiation, which has a pulse duration in the picosecond range. The "Transparent Materials" team is further developing the processing of high-precision components made of glass, sapphire, diamond and other transparent materials for important future fields such as the semiconductor industry, the display industry, medical technology, the optics industry and quantum technology.
USP laser processes are characterized by extremely high precision, but currently still have low productivity. One approach to scaling is the use of spatial beam shaping. A so-called Spatial Light Modulator (SLM) is used for this purpose, which can digitally change the beam shape. The further development of the algorithms for generating the beam shapes, the interaction of the modification areas during parallel processing with multi-beams and the selection of suitable beam shapes for scaling are the subject of current research and are being investigated by our team.

What you will do

Introduction to laser-based processing technology
You plan and carry out experiments independently on the processing systems
You calculate beam shapes
You will analyze the process results
Evaluating, processing and presenting the results
Supporting the further development of system technology

What you bring to the table

You are a student in physics, materials science, mechanical engineering or a similar subject area
You are interested in working on an exciting and highly topical subject
You enjoy working in a young, committed team
You are motivated to familiarize yourself with a challenging topic
Develop independent solutions for potential problems
You work independently and conscientiously
Knowledge in the field of laser technology is advantageous, but not required

What you can expect

Support for projects in various areas: Semiconductor, display, medical, quantum, optics; further development of UKP laser processes
A professional and dynamic working atmosphere
A creative and interdisciplinary working environment in a highly motivated team
Excellent machinery and equipment
Exciting and challenging areas of work in applied research
Freedom to develop your own ideas, projects for your field of study
Possibility of a scientific thesis (BA, MA, PA) or an internship semester
Flexible working hours that allow you to combine your studies and professional practice
Very good transportation options (bus, car)
Exciting seminars, events and team-building measures

The weekly working hours are 12-19 h per week as agreed.
The position is initially limited to 6 months, after which it can be extended.
Remuneration is based on the general works agreement on the employment of auxiliary staff.

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!

If you have any questions about this position, please contact:
Martin Thomas Kratz M. Sc.
Phone: 0241 8906-581

Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT

www.ilt.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 72983 Application Deadline: 06/30/2024

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