Your future responsibilities

As part of the European Chips Act, Silicon Austria Labs (SAL) is driving innovation in quantum and semiconductor technologies through its Quantum Pilot Lines. Join our interdisciplinary teams at the interface of design and fabrication and enjoy Villach’s exceptional quality of life in the heart of the Austrian Alps. Be part of something bigger. Be part of Silicon Austria Labs.

This opportunity is a temporary position with an expected duration of 3 years, aligned with the timeframe of the pilot line project. Continuation in a permanent role may be considered thereafter, subject to strong performance and future funding opportunities.

The responsibilities for this role include:

Experimental work in the Applied Quantum Sensing team
Design, develop, and test optical, electronic, magnetic, and microwave solutions for quantum systems-on-chip.
Drive the development and exploration of novel quantum control protocols and implement software and hardware solutions.

Your profile

MSc in solid-state physics, NMR, quantum technologies, optics, spectroscopy, or a related field
Passion for physics, curiosity, and an open mindset
Strong experimental skills and enthusiasm for hands-on lab work
Programming, engineering, and prototyping skills are a plus
Interest in applied research and solving industrial relevant challenges
Autonomous, with self-initiative, well organized and enjoying working in a dynamic and multicultural team
Professional communication skills in English, command of German language is a plus
Willingness to relocate to Villach, Austria

Important Facts about SAL

Diverse research activities with many technical challenges.
State-of-the-art laboratory facilities and equipment.
Location in the heart of Europe in Austria – relocation support for non-European nationalities.
Internal and external training opportunities for career development.
Family & children friendly - actively shaping the compatibility of family and career.
“Vital4SAL” to promote a healthy workplace (e.g. SAL coaching pool, trainings on mental health, physical activities, healthy snacks, 24/7 accident insurance)
€ 4 per day meal allowance in restaurants or € 2 per working day in supermarkets.
Public transport initiative (subsidy for the “Klimaticket”)
Our values:
- Open door policy, flexibility in working hours, casual dress code, diverse teams, working with people of different nationalities, informal communication, lifelong learning,compatibility of family and career, sustainability, personal growth, and collective advancement.

This position is subject to the Collective Agreement for employees in non-university research (Research CA) starting in occupational group E (E1 salary = EUR 3.963, paid 14 times a year) based on 38,5 hours per week.

Become part of Silicon Austria Labs

This is a unique chance to accelerate your career at the forefront of Europe’s quantum and semiconductor research.

The application window opens early August, with reviews continuing through mid-August.
1st Interviews begin in August/September, followed by a short technical task (two weeks deadline) for shortlisted candidates.
After positive assessment, final candidates will be invited to a second round to present their solution in October.
Final decisions are expected by late October or November, with most positions starting around January/February 2026.

If you're looking for a place to grow, collaborate, and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a Preview Listing…

You must sign in to see the full job description, and to apply.

Manage / Upgrade this job to a Full Job Listing.

Find Your Best Opportunity

Tell them AcademicJobs.com sent you!

Research Engineer – Solid-state quantum systems on chip (all genders) // Job-ID: 212-0

Silicon Austria Labs (SAL)

Sandgasse 34, 8010 Graz, Austria

Your future responsibilities

This is a Preview Listing…

Your Network at Work… Higher Ed Candidate Connect

Academic Roles… Create a Job Alert

Related Jobs

Related Research Grants

Grants to USA Entities for Advanced Materials Research

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Support Children With Cancer

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Researchers for AI Policy and Economics Research

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Researchers and Engineers for RL Systems Research

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Engineers and Researchers for ML System Research

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Researchers for AI Security Research

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Researchers for Research Related to AI Safety

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Scientists for Vaccine Development

Related Conferences

The Vienna Conference on Arts & Humanities (VCAH2026)

EGU General Assembly 2027

53rd Annual Conference of the Austrian Association for American Studies (AAAS)

15th Historical Sociolinguistics Network Conference

7th International Conference on Discourse-Pragmatic Variation and Change (DiPVaC7)

15th Historical Sociolinguistics Network Conference (HiSoN2026)

75th Annual Meeting of the Austrian Physical Society and 32nd Meeting of the Condensed Matter Division of the European Physical Society

75th Annual Meeting of the Austrian Physical Society and 32nd Meeting of the Condensed Matter Division of the European Physical Society

11th European Conference on Numerical Methods in Geotechnical Engineering (NUMGE 2027)

International Conference on Civil, Construction and Safety Engineering (ICCCSE)

Research Engineer – Solid-state quantum systems on chip (all genders) // Job-ID: 212-0

Silicon Austria Labs (SAL)

Sandgasse 34, 8010 Graz, Austria

Your future responsibilities

This is a Preview Listing…

Your Network at Work… Higher Ed Candidate Connect

Academic Roles… Create a Job Alert

Related Jobs

Related Research Grants

Grants to USA Entities for Advanced Materials Research

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Support Children With Cancer

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Researchers for AI Policy and Economics Research

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Researchers and Engineers for RL Systems Research

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Engineers and Researchers for ML System Research

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Researchers for AI Security Research

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Researchers for Research Related to AI Safety

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Scientists for Vaccine Development

Related Conferences

The Vienna Conference on Arts & Humanities (VCAH2026)

EGU General Assembly 2027

53rd Annual Conference of the Austrian Association for American Studies (AAAS)

15th Historical Sociolinguistics Network Conference

7th International Conference on Discourse-Pragmatic Variation and Change (DiPVaC7)

15th Historical Sociolinguistics Network Conference (HiSoN2026)

75th Annual Meeting of the Austrian Physical Society and 32nd Meeting of the Condensed Matter Division of the European Physical Society

75th Annual Meeting of the Austrian Physical Society and 32nd Meeting of the Condensed Matter Division of the European Physical Society

11th European Conference on Numerical Methods in Geotechnical Engineering (NUMGE 2027)

International Conference on Civil, Construction and Safety Engineering (ICCCSE)

Research Engineer – Solid-state quantum systems on chip (all genders) // Job-ID: 212-0

Silicon Austria Labs (SAL)

Sandgasse 34, 8010 Graz, Austria

Your future responsibilities

This is a Preview Listing…

Your Network at Work… Higher Ed Candidate Connect

Academic Roles… Create a Job Alert

Related Jobs

Related Research Grants

Grants to USA Entities for Advanced Materials Research

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Support Children With Cancer

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Researchers for AI Policy and Economics Research

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Researchers and Engineers for RL Systems Research

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Engineers and Researchers for ML System Research

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Researchers for AI Security Research

Fellowships to USA, Canada, and United Kingdom Researchers for Research Related to AI Safety

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Scientists for Vaccine Development

Related Conferences

The Vienna Conference on Arts & Humanities (VCAH2026)

EGU General Assembly 2027

53rd Annual Conference of the Austrian Association for American Studies (AAAS)

15th Historical Sociolinguistics Network Conference

7th International Conference on Discourse-Pragmatic Variation and Change (DiPVaC7)

15th Historical Sociolinguistics Network Conference (HiSoN2026)