Leibniz Institute of Surface Modification (IOM), Leipzig

The Leibniz Institute for Surface Engineering (IOM) in Leipzig is seeking to fill the following position with immediate effect for a limited duration of three years:

The Leibniz Institute for Surface Engineering (IOM) is researching new functional and precision surfaces for applications of high societal relevance and emerging technologies. One key focus of IOM is on fundamental physical and chemical processes using ions, electrons, plasmas and photons. We are part of the Leibniz Association, one of the four major non-university science organizations with 96 institutes in Germany. We are looking for a committed and communicative candidate to strengthen our team as soon as possible. We offer you part-time (30 hours) employment with a limitation of provisionally three years.

We offer you:

• An exciting role with diverse activities in an interdisciplinary working environment, along with the possibility of pursuing a doctorate
• Compensation in accordance with TV-L EG 13
• Participation in the company pension scheme (VBL)
• Flexible working hours (30 hours/week)
• A wide range of offerings to support work-life balance Assistance in securing a place at a kindergarten, free parking spaces, and capital-forming benefits
• Structured onboarding and opportunities for further professional and personal development

Your tasks:

• Investigation of laser-assisted plasma etching processes for the structuring of glass
• Managing project tasks, in particular supporting experimental work
• Developing simulation approaches for selected primary effective processes
• Implementing models and running targeted simulations to validate experimental results
• Publishing findings in scientific journals and at conferences
• Further developing experiments based on simulation results
• Documenting results in accordance with good scientific practice

Our requirements:

• Completed Masters degree in the field of natural sciences, or engineering
• Experience in the area of laser micromachining, plasma processes, wet/dry etching processes for microstructuring, or in glass processing would be advantageous
• Practical experience with the setup and maintenance of laser systems is welcome
• Experience in the analysis of surfaces using microscopic and spectroscopic methods
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• A structured, goal-oriented approach to work
• Experience in scientific writing Very good written and spoken English

Severely handicapped persons will be given preferential consideration if they are suitable in terms of health and skills. If you require special adjustments in your working environment for inclusive working, please do not hesitate to contact us.

The IOM attaches great importance to the professional equality of women and men and therefore strongly encourages qualified early-career female scientists to apply. The compatibility of career and family is specifically promoted.

Please send your application documents or questions by 30.01.2026 at bewerbung@iom-leipzig.de with the ID: 06-2026-WMA-FB1 in a single PDF file.

Leipzig, 15.12.2025