Research Assistant for Physics Laboratory (50%)

13 May 2026
50%
Permanent position
Windisch

Job summary

Join the FHNW Physics Laboratory as a Research Assistant! Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for innovation and growth.

Tasks

Support the design and prototyping of new experimental setups.
Assist in developing prototypes for student scientific projects.
Contribute to teaching and research in various physics subjects.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Experience with CAD and/or FEM software is a plus.
Independent, reliable, and team-oriented work style.

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Research Assistant for Physics Laboratory (50%)

School of Engineering and Environment FHNW, Institute of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

Your tasks

The Physics Laboratory supports teaching across all HTU study programs and maintains a collection of more than 300 experiments used in both theoretical and experimental courses. These experiments are used in a wide range of subjects, including mechanics, electromagnetism, optics, thermodynamics, photonics, electronics, semiconductor devices, photovoltaics, and many others. In addition to the lecture activities, the laboratory is strongly involved in research and development in the topics of electronics, renewable energies, photonics, and sensor technologies. All these activities are conducted by highly dynamic and qualified staff comprising faculty members, lecturers, technicians and researchers.

Your Responsibilities:

Support the conceptualization, design and prototyping of new experimental

setups for theory and laboratory lectures

Support the development of prototypes for bachelor and master student

scientific projects

Your profile

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Experience with CAD and/or FEM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Synopsys, Silvaco, Ansys, COMSOL, etc) is an advantage

Independent, reliable, well organized and team-oriented working style

Willingness to pursue a master’s degree alongside the position within the FHNW MSE program

We offer:

A varied and engaging role within an innovative university environment

Competitive salary for corresponding level

Collaboration with dedicated faculty members and motivated students

Access to modern infrastructure and well-equipped workshops

Opportunity and support to complete a master’s degree

The position is limited to 3 years.

Our working environment at the Brugg-Windisch campus, combined with a high degree of flexibility in terms of working hours and location, provides a contemporary framework for our work. At the School of Engineering and Environment, a culture of dialog is cultivated that is characterized by appreciation and trust. We consider short decision-making processes, a lean administration and great personal freedom to shape and act as important framework conditions for our success.

Will you soon belong to our team? We look forward to your application.

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