Master's Thesis: Design of an analog-based circuit to drive micropumps for active medical implants

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 Research Institution for Microsystems and Solid State Technologies EMFT, with currently almost 190 employees at its sites in Munich (headquarters), Oberpfaffenhofen and Regensburg, conducts cutting-edge applied research on sensors and actuators for people and the environment. The competences are based on impressive long-term experience and extensive know-how in the fields of microelectronics and microsystem technology. These nano- and microtechnologies are the basis for the other competence areas at Fraunhofer EMFT: sensor solutions, safe and secure electronics, and micropumps. The interdisciplinary interaction of these competencies enables the development of truly novel solutions, putting Fraunhofer EMFT in an ideal position for tackling the current challenges of our society.

What you will do

Design and implement a new high voltage circuit to control our silicon micropump
Circuit simulation
Conduct measurements of voltage, current and signals analysis
Perform tests on our micropump and ensure compatibility with our AI-based algorithms.

What you bring to the table

Studying bachelor or master in Mechatronics, Electronics or Biomedical engineering (focused on electronics)
Very strong skills in circuit design and analysis (Meshes, Nodal) applied in transistors and operational amplifiers.
Experience in electronics laboratories and their devices (e.g. multimeter, oscilloscopes or voltage sources).
Interest in circuits applied to medical technologies and wearables.
Previous knowledge of C++, Python and development boards (STM32 family)
Circuit simulation (LTSpice or similar is desirable)
Critical thinking and proactivity
Very good knowledge of English (B2) both written and spoken
Structured, team-oriented, and customer-focused way of working

What you can expect

We offer you a challenging task with responsibilities, room for creativity and many opportunities to gain new experience. You can expect an international, open-minded, and dynamic team, where you will be trusted from day one and encouraged to work independently.

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. Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.

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!

Fraunhofer Institute for Electronic Microsystems and Solid State Technologies EMFT

www.emft.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 78380 Application Deadline: 03/07/2025

Job Segment: High Voltage, Biomedical Engineering, Medical, Engineer, Energy, Engineering, Research, Healthcare

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