• Development of magnetron sputtering processes for metals and ceramics
• Execution of deposition services for internal and external requesters
• Thin film and test structure characterization
• Solving thin-film deposition issues related to material selection and (co-)sputtering process parameters and take corrective actions
• Data analysis and process improvements
• Collaborate as part of the microsystems division in ongoing projects by performing state-of-the-art investigations on materials and thin-film technology for diverse MEMS applications and beyond
• Working in advanced ISO5 clean room facility
• Scientific communication and reporting of research results

• Master’s degree in material science, physics, chemical engineering, or related fields with a focus on thin film technology
• Working experience on thin film development
• Know-how on material characteristics of diverse thin films and their application
• Expertise on measurement and analysis of thin-films by: SEM, EDX, XRD, Ellipsometry, piezo-characterization etc.
• Knowledge in semiconductor technologies and practical and professional experience in related cleanroom microfabrication processes is a plus
• Interest in applied research and solving industrial relevant challenges
• Autonomous, well organized and enjoy working in a dynamic and multicultural team
• Oral and written communication skills in English
• Professional communication with industry partners

• Diversified research activities with plenty of technical challenges.
• State-of-the-art lab facilities and instruments.
• Internal and external training opportunities for further development.
• Home Office possible.
• € 4 per day food allowance in restaurants or € 2 per day in supermarkets.
• Family- & kids-friendly.
• Free coffee/milk/tea & fresh fruits.

This position is subject to the Collective Agreement for employees in non-university research (Research CA) starting in occupational group E. We offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your experience and qualifications. For this position, your minimum monthly salary starts with EUR 3.520, paid 14 times a year.

Silicon Austria Labs (SAL) has been founded to be a top European research center for electronic-based systems. In the Microsystems division, we carry out research in our cleanroom facility in Villach to develop the most advanced MEMS prototypes.

Silicon Austria Labs (SAL) is a top research center for Electronic Based Systems (EBS). At three locations (Graz, Villach, Linz), SAL is conducting research along the entire EBS value chain in the areas of sensor systems, power electronics, intelligent wireless systems, microsystems and embedded systems to develop future-oriented solutions for industrial production, health, energy, mobility, safety and more. SAL brings together key players from industry, science and research and thus valuable expertise and know-how and conducts cooperative, application-oriented research along the value chain. Cooperative projects are co-financed by SAL and enable a fast and unbureaucratic project start. SAL is thus shaping the high-tech location Austria and Europe and developing the future