Quantum Physics Research Technician & Lab Management - Research Group Katsaros
- Full Time (40 h/w)
- Klosterneuburg near Vienna, Austria
- € 56,000* gross/year (excl. overtime) – Position limited for 3 years (extension and transition to a permanent contract t.b.d.)
Your Responsibilities
The Katsaros Group studies spin qubits in two-dimensional Ge heterostructures and, in parallel, studies hybrid semiconductor-superconductor systems. Currently, we are looking for a research technician in order to support our group with developing novel nanodevices and support the PI in coordinating the work of the group.
- Participate in research and development by fabricating spin qubits and superconductor-semiconductor devices in a state-of-the-art Nanofabrication Facility
- Be the interface between the group and internal Service Units, in particular the Nanofabrication Facility and the Machine Shop
- Take part in the weekly group meetings and support student- and postdoc-projects
- Support the PI in running the laboratory by finding solutions to technical problems, related for example to vacuum technology and cryogenics, and improve the documentation within the laboratory
Your Profile
- PhD in quantum physics or material science, with extensive knowledge in quantum devices
- Proven experience with nanofabrication (electron-beam lithography, electron beam evaporation, dry etching, atomic layer deposition, scanning electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy)
- Basic knowledge of vacuum technology and cryogenics is of advantage
- Interest in participating in the everyday life of a low-temperature physics lab
- Excellent command of English (working language)
- Proactive personality with attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
- Positive mindset, resilience in the face of setbacks
- Team player with the ability to work independently, learn quickly and multi-task
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