Quantum Device Fabrication & Characterization Engineer (Research Group Katsaros)

Quantum Device Fabrication & Characterization Engineer (Research Group Katsaros)

• Full Time (40 h/w)
• Klosterneuburg (Vienna), Austria
• € 44,800* gross/year – Position limited for 4 years (extension t.b.d.)

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Your Responsibilities

The Katsaros group studies spin qubits in two-dimensional Ge heterostructures and in parallel aims to understand whether protected qubits can be realized in hybrid semiconductor-superconductor systems. Currently we are looking for an engineer in order to support our group with developing novel devices and perform basic low temperature electrical measurements.

• Develop spin qubit, Josephson junction and resonator based devices
• Perform basic electrical characterization and microwave measurements
• Take part in group meetings and provide solutions to everyday challenges

Your Profile

• Degree (MSc/PhD) in nanodevices/spin qubits/superconducting circuits
• Proven experience with nanofabrication (electron-beam lithography, electron beam evaporation, dry etching, atomic layer deposition, scanning electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy)
• Knowledge of low temperature transport/microwave measurements
• Basic knowledge of programming (preferentially python)
• Basic knowledge of vacuum technology and cryogenics of advantage
• Interest in participating in the everyday life of a low temperature physics lab
• Excellent command of English (working language)
• Proactive personality with attention to detail and strong problem solving skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently, learn quickly and multi-task

Your benefits

• Education & training
• Cafeteria
• Childcare
• Free shuttle bus
• Multiple health offers
• Pension insurance

We look forward to your application via our job portal !

* This position comes with possible overpayment depending on education, qualification and work experience. ISTA processes your personal data in accordance with the law. For more information, please refer to www.ista.ac.at/data-protection .