[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 3 Years:

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. We offer a part-time position (26.7 hours per week) for a fixed term from November 1, 2026, to October 31, 2029.

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:

• Successfully completed university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in chemistry, materials science, nanosciences or a comparable scientific discipline
• Generation of NV centers in diamond by electron irradiation
• Implementation and investigation of suitable surface modifications of ruby and diamond particles
• Structural and chemical characterization of the synthesized and modified materials
• Investigation of the luminescence and fluorescence properties of the materials
• Performance and analysis of fluorescence and fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy (FLIM) measurements
• Investigation of the magnetic-field dependence of the fluorescence response of NV centers
• Investigation of the temperature dependence of the fluorescence properties of ruby and diamond materials
• Performance and further development of optically detected magnetic resonance (ODMR) measurements for the characterization of NV centers
• 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 and physical chemistry
• Practical experience in the synthesis and characterization of inorganic materials
• Experience with hydrothermal synthesis methods or comparable synthesis techniques is an advantage
• Knowledge of fluorescence spectroscopy and optical characterization of functional materials
• Practical experience with NV centers in diamond or comparable luminescent defect centers is an advantage
• Experience in investigating the magnetic-field dependence of fluorescence signals and/or optically detected magnetic resonance (ODMR) is an advantage
• Knowledge of materials and surface characterization techniques, particularly XRD and XPS; experience with ATR-IR and DLS is desirable
• Experience in the analysis of XPS spectra, for example using Unifit, is an advantage
• Experience in surface modification, thin films, or functionalized nanomaterials is desirable
• Interest in interdisciplinary research combining materials synthesis, surface chemistry, photonics, and optical sensing
• Ability to conduct experimental work independently, systematically, and with a high degree of accuracy
• Good command of German and English

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: 28-2026-WMA-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,02.10.2026