Master's thesis in the field of quantum sensor technology

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research units throughout Germany and is a leading applied research organization. Around 32 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.4 billion euros.

The Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics IAF is one of the world's leading research institutions in the fields of III/V semiconductors and synthetic diamonds. Together with our partners from industry and science, we research and develop electronic, optoelectronic and quantum technological components and systems. The focus is on research and development for applications in the areas of security, health, energy, information and communication.

What you will do

In the field of quantum sensor technology, the institute is pursuing globally unique approaches to new magnetic field sensors based on the quantum mechanical system of nitrogen vacancy (NV) centers in diamond. This will open up new possibilities in the investigation of material materials and microelectronics. On the basis of these advances, we offer interesting research topics:

Measurements on laser-based magnetic field quantum sensors with NV centers in diamond.
Characterization of new metallic materials.
Investigation of microelectronic circuits using NV scanning probe magnetometry.
Development of new measurement methods based on scanning probe magnetometry.

What you bring to the table

You are an enrolled student in the field of physics or a comparable discipline
Interest in challenging scientific content from experiment and theory
Interest in (ideally previous experience in) experimental laboratory work in optics/photonics, scanning probe microscopy (STM/AFM) or with NV centers
Good programming skills, ideally in Python
Good basics in the field of optics, lasers and quantum physics are helpful
Good written and spoken English
Enjoyment of scientific work
Ability to work in a team, openness and motivation to work independently, purposefully

What you can expect

An open and team-oriented corporate culture that offers you the opportunity to contribute your own ideas
Diverse and exciting tasks in the environment of an internationally renowned research institution
Modern laboratory equipment in new laboratory building
High-level international research at the forefront of quantum technology
Space for independent work and creative participation
Fundamental science translated into concrete application
Exchange with national and international partners, e.g. Australia, Japan and the USA
Existing in-house diamond growth, polishing, laser cutting, etc.
Existing in-house microwave electronics and laser expertise
A potential continuation of the topic in a subsequent doctorate is possible

The weekly working time is 39 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. 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? Then send us your complete and informative application documents (including cover letter, curriculum vitae, current transcript of records, current certificate of enrolment, Bachelor's degree certificate and certificate, if applicable, intermediate diploma, Abitur certificate) using the "Apply now" button down below. We look forward to getting to know you!

We will be happy to answer any questions you may have about this vacancy:
Dr. Philipp D‘Astolfo
philipp.d-astolfo@iaf.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer IAF
HR Department
Tullastraße 72
79108 Freiburg

Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics IAF

www.iaf.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 73889 Application Deadline:

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