Research Associate Electronics Development and Embedded Systems
- 30 August 2026
- 100%
- Temporary
- German (Fluent), English (Intermediate)
About the job
Would you like not only to develop electronics but also to apply it in practice-oriented research projects? In the Competence Group Analogue Electronics and Microcontrollers AEM at the ESA Institute, you work on customised electronic solutions – from analogue signal processing, sensor integration and measurement technology to embedded systems and STM32-based firmware, right through to EMC-compliant PCB design. Together with industry partners, researchers and students, you realise innovative solutions for industrial, scientific and technological applications.To strengthen our AEM competence group, we are looking for a
Research Associate Electronics Development and Embedded Systems 100%
for the period from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027.
The position is initially limited to one year. An extension is possible depending on the project situation.
Research Associate Electronics Development and Embedded Systems
Your tasks
- Development of analogue and microcontroller-based electronic solutions – from specification through circuit design, PCB layout, firmware development and commissioning to verification.
- Participation in application-oriented research and development projects with industry partners, especially in the areas of sensor technology, measurement technology, embedded systems, signal processing and EMC-compliant design.
- Development and testing of prototypes, measurement setups and demonstrators.
- Support in acquiring new projects, e.g. through technical clarifications, concept contributions and offer preparation.
- Involvement in teaching, such as internships, project work or supervision of students.
- Operation, maintenance and further development of laboratory and development infrastructure.
Your qualifications
- Completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics, embedded systems, systems engineering or a comparable field.
- Experience or strong interest in at least one of the following areas: analogue circuit technology, embedded software, sensor technology, measurement technology, EMC, power electronics, high-frequency electronics or medical technology.
- Enjoyment of practical development – from concept through prototype to tested system.
- Structured, independent and quality-conscious working style.
- Team spirit, communication skills and interest in collaboration with industry partners and students.
- Very good German skills as well as good English skills in spoken and written form.
We offer
- A varied activity at the interface of applied research, industrial development and teaching.
- The opportunity to contribute your own ideas to concrete electronic solutions, prototypes and research projects.
- A motivated, interdisciplinary team with broad expertise in electronics, sensor technology, actuators and embedded systems.
- Modern laboratory and development infrastructure.
- Room for professional and personal development in an innovation-oriented university environment.
- Contemporary employment conditions of OST.
Interested?
Have we aroused your interest and do you have the desired qualifications? Then we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool (jobs.ost.ch). For technical enquiries, please contact Rene Grabher, Lecturer in Electronics, by e-mail: rene.grabher@ost.ch
Your benefits with us
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About OST
OST - Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences is an intercantonal and international university of applied sciences with locations in Buchs, Rapperswil-Jona and St.Gallen. With excellent Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes as well as continuing education up to date, we train future-oriented specialists and executives. In the field of application-oriented research and development as well as services, we are among the leading institutions nationally.
Questions about the application process
Rolf Indermaur
HR Business Partner
rolf.indermaur@ost.ch
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