[Translate to English:] Research Scientist (m/f/d)

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The Leibniz Institute for Surface Engineering (IOM) in Leipzig is seeking to fill the following position with immediate effect for a limited duration of 4 Months:

Research Scientist (m/f/d)

The Leibniz Institute for Surface Engineering (IOM) is researching new functional and precision surfaces for applications of high societal relevance and emerging technologies. One key focus of IOM is on fundamental physical and chemical processes using ions, electrons, plasmas and photons. We are part of the Leibniz Association, one of the four major non-university science organizations with 96 institutes in Germany. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a qualified and open-minded individual to join us at the earliest possible date. We offer a part-time position (26,7 hours per week) for a fixed term from November 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027.

We offer you:

• An exciting role with diverse activities in an interdisciplinary working environment
• Compensation in accordance with TV-L EG 13
• Participation in the company pension scheme (VBL)
• Flexible working hours (26,7 hours/week)
• A wide range of offerings to support work-life balance
• Assistance in securing a place at a kindergarten, free parking spaces, and capital-forming benefits

Your tasks:

• Targeted generation of defects in oxides and semiconductors by electron irradiation
• Planning and conducting systematic electron irradiation experiments
• Investigation of the influence of process parameters, such as electron energy and irradiation dose, on the resulting material modifications
• Investigation of the effects of generated defect structures on the optical and photonic properties of the materials
• Characterization of optically active defect centers using fluorescence spectroscopy and fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy (FLIM)
• Correlation of irradiation parameters with defect structure, surface properties, and structural and photonic material properties
• Documentation and presentation of research results and collaboration with interdisciplinary project partners

Our requirements:

• Successfully completed Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Chemistry, Materials Science, Nanoscience, or a comparable field in the natural sciences
• Sound knowledge of inorganic chemistry, solid-state chemistry, and/or materials chemistry
• Practical experience in the synthesis and characterization of inorganic solids or functional materials
• Knowledge of electron microscopy (SEM/TEM) is an advantage
• Knowledge of fluorescence spectroscopy, microscopy, FLIM, photonics, or optical material characterization is desirable
• Knowledge of defect chemistry, oxides, or semiconductor materials is an advantage
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Severely handicapped individuals and those of equivalent status will be given preferential consideration if they are equally qualified. If you require special support or accommodation for barrier-free and inclusive work, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to assist you. The IOM attaches great importance to the professional equality of women and men and therefore strongly encourages qualified women to apply. The compatibility of career and family is specifically promoted.

Please send your application documents or questions by 19.10.2026 at bewerbung@iom-leipzig.de with the ID: 29-2026-SPRIN-D-1-QB in a single PDF file (max. 10 MB).   

The applicant agrees to the storage/processing of personal data data (Art. 13 DSGVO) for the purpose of selecting applicants.                                 

Leipzig, 05.10.2026