Project Assistant*in Femtoshape (40 - 60%)

Burgdorf

Key information

Publication date:09 August 2025
Workload:40 – 60%
Place of work:Burgdorf

Job summary

Join our innovative team at the Department of Technology and Computer Science. Exciting projects await in a collaborative environment!

Tasks

Select and set up components for variable pulse delays in the lab.
Conduct parameter studies on dielectrics and semiconductors.
Adjust and measure the temporal pulse shaping of a UKP laser.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field.
Experience in laser microprocessing or photonics preferred.
Strong English communication skills are essential.

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What you will do here

Select, procure, and set up components for variable pulse delay in the lab
Conduct parameter studies for processing dielectrics and semiconductors and characterize samples (e.g., etch rate, surface roughness)
Perform adjustment and measurement of the temporal pulse shaping of a femtosecond laser
Identify new industry partners and application possibilities in the field of applied R&D
Document project results and communicate with partners; optional participation in conferences

What you ideally bring along

A completed bachelor's degree in physics, chemistry, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, microsystems technology, or a related field
Initial experience in laser microprocessing or photonics or the willingness to learn
Ability to independently plan experimental setups, implement them cleanly, and critically evaluate results
Communicative, structured, and team-oriented personality with a solution-oriented mindset
Very good English skills (negotiation level)
Willingness for a parallel master's degree in MSE (Photonics profile) or Precision Engineering (Optical Engineering specialization)

Here are some of our advantages

Many contacts with young, eager people from all over the world who want to achieve something.
Responsibility in exciting future projects that attract attention beyond the boundaries of the professional world.
Part-time work is almost standard for us.
Collaborate with smart minds from various professional fields who, like you, want to make a difference.
A casual, relaxed, and respectful interaction with plenty of willingness to help.

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Benedikt Oderbolz
HR Consultant
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The Department of Technology and Computer Science

In the Department of Technology and Computer Science , we do not just keep up with the times – we are usually a little ahead! We are fascinated by how technology can provide benefits in people's everyday lives. We gain our knowledge through research and joint projects with industry and business. We continuously pass on these latest findings to our students.