research associate / laser engineer for femtosecond lasers (m,f,x) 39,83 hours per week, TVL E13

Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Raum Bochum
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Dein Job

The Chair of Photonics and Ultrafast Laser Science at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology is looking for a 

research associate (m,f,x) for the RayVen project until 30/06/25, 39,83 hours per week, TVL E13

RayVen is a startup, manufacturing lasers and dedicated to push boundaries of short-wave infrared laser technology. RayVen is a spin-off from the chair of Photonics and Ultrafast Laser Science in Ruhr University Bochum, granted from Bundesministerium (EXIST-FT) in January 2024. Our mission is to revolutionise the industry by developing innovative laser solutions for various applications in the field of micromachining of semiconductors and plastics. Joining RayVen means being part of a passionate team dedicated to transforming the laser industry. We offer a stimulating work environment and the chance to become part of the early success of RayVen start-up.

 

Your tasks:

  • Participate in the prototyping, assembling, and testing of laser systems
  • Ensuring compliance with quality standards
  • Collaborate with external partners and vendors to source components and materials.
  • Document engineering processes, specifications, and test results
  • Use of management tools
  • Provide regular progress and maintain timelines

Dein Profil

Your profile:

  • Master's degree or PhD in ultrafast laser technology
  • Experience with femtosecond lasers is mandatory
  • 1-2 years of experience in laser market
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically in fast-paced situations
  • Good knowledge of Python
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Professional knowledge of English, basic knowledge of German is welcome
  • Ability to work in an environment of constant growth, innovation and unknowns

 

Our offerings:

  • Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of personal responsibility
  • Support from and cooperation with competent colleagues
  • An agile way of working
  • Options for flexible working
  • Fair working hours and family-friendly working

 

Additional information:

EXIST Transfer of Research project ends on 30.06.2025. An extension is planned, as well as transition to second project phase and spin-off of a company.

At the request of the applicant (m,f,x), the staff council may be involved in selection interviews. https://www.wpr.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/

If the position is funded by third-party funds, the employee has no teaching obligation.

German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZfA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF).
https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/sbgk/index.html.en

You can find information about TVL at: https://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/

 

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is RUB’s declared aim.

 

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.

 

Contact details for your application:

Celia Millon, Phone: +49234 32 23162
Melusine Reimers, Phone: +49234 32 22964

Travel expenses for interviews cannot be refunded.

For information on the collection of personal data in the application process see: https://www.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/en/information-collection-personal-data-application-process.

We are looking forward to receiving your application with the specification ANR: 4012 until 25/11/2024, sent by e-mail to the following address: puls-office@ruhr-uni-bochum.de

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Sport- und Freizeitangebote
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Arbeitsplatz in der lebendigen Metropolregion Ruhrgebiet

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Dein Beschäftigungsumfang

Vollzeit (befristet)

Dein Gehalt

E13

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vor Ort

Dein Büro:

Raum Bochum

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Frau Celia Millon