Research associate (m/f/x)

Introduction

In order to fill a fixed-term position in full-time (39.83 hours/week = 100%;) from 1 July 2026, we are looking for a

Research associate (m/f/x)

The main focus on PTT's research is on semiconductor lasers. Starting from material science aspects, like investigations of new semiconductor materials and spintronics, we are heavily involved in the exploration of the semiconductor laser dynamics, and in applications of semiconductor laser systems in optical imaging and Terahertz (THz) Technology.

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 Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.

Your tasks:

As a research assistant (m/f/x), you will work on Raman- and Terahertz-Spectroscopy to analyse materials. You will independently and reliably prepare and carry out experiments, analyse the results and publish them in peer-reviewed journals. You are expected to supervise and guide students (m/f/x) in the international Master program Lasers and Photonics.

• Tasks in research (experimentally / analytically) in the field of Raman- and Terahertz Spectroscopy
• Preparing and submitting publications
• Presenting of research results
• Support in submitting research applications
• Supervision of Master students

Your profile:

• Candidates (m/f/x) should hold a master degree (or diploma) in Electrical Engineering or Physics.
• Ideally the candidate (m/f/x) has experience in Raman Spectroscopy and Terahertz Technology as well as in data analysis.
• The candidate (m/f/x) is expected to have excellent English oral and written skills.
• Additionally, independence, motivation, team working spirit and the desire to work in an international environment will be crucial.

We offer

Scope: full-time
Duration: fixed-term, 3 years
Start: from 1 July 2026

We offer:

• Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities
• Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team

Further information:

The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV-L).If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV-L.

Further information can be found at https://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/ (in German).

The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.
The load of teaching will be calculated according to § 3 of Lehrverpflichtungsverordnung (state of North Rhine-Westphalia).

A professional application is expected.
RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees.
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
The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure.

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

Apply by:
2026-04-06

Please contact [email protected].

Contact persons for further information:

Prof. M. Hofmann Tel.: +49 234 32 23051

Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.

We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2026-04-06. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5559.