Research associate (18 months, 80 - 100 %)

Veröffentlicht:25 Oktober 2025
Pensum:80 – 100%
Vertragsart:Festanstellung
Sprache:Französisch (Fortgeschritten), Englisch (Fliessend), Deutsch (Fortgeschritten)
Arbeitsort:Wabern-Bern

Über den Job

Research associate (18 months, 80 – 100 %)

Initial contract of 18 months, with a high potential for extension based on the success of various ongoing project applications. | immediately or by agreement

The Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology METAS is the reference institute for measurements and measuring instruments in Switzerland. To ensure that a litre is always a litre (e.g. when filling up with petrol), METAS carries out calibrations, conformity assessments and consultations for industry, research and administration. Measurement accuracy creates trust, especially at the social and political level, and is essential in many areas: road traffic, electricity billing, time transmission, measurements in the environmental and health sectors, etc. At METAS, different fields of expertise come together and complement each other – and have done so since 1862.

Your challenge

Combining aspects of electrical high frequency measurements with nanometrology by setting up and operating Near-Field Scanning Microwave Microscopes in the framework of international R&D projects.

Characterizing materials with precision at the nano and micrometer level.

Collaborating with research institutes and industry partners.

Contributing to project proposals, scientific reports and publications.

Your profile

A university degree in the natural sciences or in engineering with a PhD or equivalent professional experience.

Knowledge of scanning probe microscopy and high-frequency measurement technology. Bonus skills in construction and design, clean room technologies, simulation, data analysis and software development.

Willingness to dive into unfamiliar terrain and learn on the go.

Excellent English skills. Proficiency in at least one Swiss national language is a plus.

A proactive, independent, solution-focused and team-oriented mindset.

At METAS

you will work at the intersection of industry and research in a stimulating environment with real world impact. We offer opportunities for professional development and training and flexible work conditions within a supportive team culture.

The Radiofrequency and Microwave Laboratory at METAS is active in a wide range of projects related to RF & MW measurement technology, scanning probe microscopy, quantum sensing and data science, maintaining close contact with partners from metrology, industry and science.A collegial and highly motivated team with a wide range of skills is looking forward to working with you.

Contact

Further information may be obtained from Dr. Markus Zeier, Head of Laboratory
+41 58 387 04 91 or E-Mail schreiben

We look forward to receiving your complete application documents.

We don't consider recruitment agencies for this position.

METAS respects the different needs and life experiences of its employees and promotes diversity. Equal treatment is a top priority.