"University professorship for the field of optoelectronics – pay scale W3"

University professorship for the field of optoelectronics – pay scale W3

Technische Universität Berlin and the Ferdinand-Braun-Institut, Leibniz-Institut für Höchstfrequenz­technik, are seeking applications for a joint appointment (Berliner Model) for a university professorship – pay scale W3 for the field of optoelectronics within the Institute of High-Frequency and Semiconductor System Technologies at Faculty IV – Electrical Engineering and Computer Science to be filled at the soonest possible date.

Faculty IV – Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Institute of High-Frequency and Semiconductor System Technologies

Reference number: IV-370/25 (starting at 01/04/26 / permanent / closing date for applications 19/10/25)

Your responsibility:

The professorship focuses on the scientific study of optoelectronic device technology based on III/V compound semiconductors. This transdisciplinary and interdisciplinary approach covers the whole technology chain, from materials and process technology through to applications. A key focus is on the efficient and sustainable use of natural resources.

The post holder will also be responsible for the "photonics" research area at the Ferdinand-Braun-Institut, Leibniz-Institut für Höchstfrequenz­technik (FBH).

In addition to close cooperation with other research groups at TU Berlin in the areas of electrical engineering and physics, the successful candidate will work closely with national and international partners from research and industry.

The professorship includes teaching duties of two course hours per week, preferably in the Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering degree programs.

Further responsibilities include leading and managing the group and its staff; supporting the advancement of junior scholars, women, and diversity; knowledge and technology transfer; initiatives to promote internationalization; gender and diversity skills; taking action to promote sustainability; as well as committee work.

Your profile:

• Applicants must fulfill the appointment requirements in accordance with Section 100 of the Berlin State Higher Education Act (BerlHG). These include a relevant degree; an aptitude for scientific work (generally demonstrated by the quality of the applicant’s doctorate); additional academic achievements (e.g. a positively evaluated junior professorship, habilitation, or other equivalent achievements), as well as an aptitude for teaching (demonstrated by a teaching portfolio). For further information about teaching portfolios, please refer to the TU Berlin website: https://www.tu.berlin/en/go209650/.
• We are looking for a professionally qualified person with an international reputation and in-depth knowledge in the above-mentioned field, particularly in the area of GaAs and GaN-based optoelectronics. Expertise in semiconductor technology development is required.
• Experience working with interdisciplinary research groups, demonstrated by high-ranking publications and/or a position of responsibility in corresponding research and development projects, is expected.
• The ability to acquire and implement third-party funded projects, which can also be demonstrated by planning, acquiring, and implementing corresponding national and international projects.
• The ability and willingness to undertake responsibility for the management and strategic development of the research group and its staff, the advancement of junior scholars, as well as gender and diversity. A willingness to engage in initiatives in science communication and knowledge and technology transfer is desirable.

Applicants are requested to include a research and teaching concept with their application.

The post holder will be required to teach in German and English, or must be willing to acquire any missing language skills within a reasonable period of time.

Technische Universität Berlin and the Ferdinand-Braun-Institut, Leibniz-Institut für Höchstfrequenz­technik, are seeking to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching, and actively encourage applications from suitably qualified female candidates. Preference will be given to applicants with severe disabilities who equally fulfill the requirements of the position. TU Berlin values the diversity of its members and, together with the Ferdinand-Braun-Institut, Leibniz-Institut für Höchstfrequenz­technik, pursues the goals of equal opportunities.