Research Associate (m/f/d) - Postdoc
Institute of
Remuneration EG 13
ID16926WE12
Start of employment 1 September 2026
Application deadline22.07.2026
Scope fulltime and fixed term until 29.02.2028
The Institute of Photonics (E-12) conducts research at the forefront of nanophotonics, metasurfaces, and nanoscale light-matter interactions. Our research combines advanced nanofabrication, optical spectroscopy, and theoretical design to develop active and nonlinear photonic nanostructures based on plasmonic, dielectric, and two-dimensional (2D) material platforms. Current research directions include tunable metasurfaces, exciton-photon coupling, nonlinear optical phenomena, and nanoscale light sources.
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with expertise in two-dimensional (2D) materials, van der Waals heterostructures, and nanofabrication to join the Institute of Photonics for an 18-month appointment starting on 1 September 2026. The successful candidate will develop and integrate 2D materials into advanced nanophotonic devices, establish and optimize nanofabrication processes, and carry out optical, electrical, and structural characterization. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to internationally competitive research while collaborating closely with graduate students and research partners in Germany and abroad.
YOUR TASKS
- Design and fabricate nanophotonic devices based on two-dimensional (2D) materials and van der Waals heterostructures
- Develop and optimize advanced nanofabrication processes
- Perform optical and optoelectronic characterization of nanophotonic devices
- Conduct electromagnetic simulations and analyze experimental data
- Contribute to collaborative research projects and supervise graduate students
YOUR PROFILE
Requirements
- Completed scientific university studies (masters degree or equivalent), in particular in the subject Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or a related field
- PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or a related field
- Strong experimental experience in van der Waals nanofabrication, including exfoliation, heterostructure assembly, electron-beam lithography
- Excellent understanding in optical/optoelectronic characterization, including reflectance, scattering, photoluminescence, Raman spectroscopy
- Experience with electromagnetic simulations, quantitative data analysis, and scientific programming for interpreting nanophotonic experiments
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate laboratory infrastructure and collaborative research activities
- Experience in advanced metasurface concepts (BIC, inverse) and polariton physics in TMDC-based semiconductor systems is a plus
- A job in an interesting, friendly and appreciative working environment
- Intensive induction / onboarding
- Flexible and family-friendly working conditions
- Possibility of mobile working
- 30 day vacation per year
We value diversity, therefore all applications are welcome, regardless of gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion and belief, disability, sexual orientation and identity or social background.
The TU Hamburg stands for as well as
Please send your complete application documents (cover letter, curriculum vitae in table form, proof of completed training and/or university degree, job references or certificates of employment) via the online application system.
Please submit your complete application documents exclusively via our application system.
