Senior Scientist - Ion-trap chips (all genders)

• Silicon Austria Labs GmbH
• Villach

• Fulltime
• Code: 176-1

Senior Scientist - Ion-trap chips (all genders)

We are looking for an experienced scientist leading the development of ion-traps and their applications at SAL. You will become part of a highly motivated, international team committed to building up a European pilot line for ion-trap chips (ITCs) realizing the building blocks of next generation quantum technology. Your work will be embedded in an international collaborative network. 

Your future tasks include:

• Establishment of infrastructure and set-ups for testing and operation of ion trap devices and development of ion trap systems for Quantum technology applications.
• Coordination and alignment of internal efforts and activities with industrial and academic partners in the pilot line.
• Contribution to design, simulation and characterization of new ion trap chips.
• Dissemination, communication and reporting of research findings to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Supervision of students.
• Activities in relevant networks. 
• Project management.
• Project and funding acquisition.

Your profile:

• PhD in physics, quantum technology, electronics engineering or similar
• 3+ years of experience in trapped-ion quantum technology
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing is an advantage
• Experience in industrial environment is an advantage.
• Proficiency in English. German or willingness to learn is an asset. 
• Motivated team player with good communication skills.
• Personnel management experience is an advantage
• Willingness to relocate to Austria/Villach.
• Willingness to travel.

*For this position, candidates with a PhD will join us as Scientist. We also welcome applications from candidates holding a Master’s degree and relevant work experience (Junior Level) who are motivated to pursue research in this field. 

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 F (F1 salary = EUR 4.868,- paid 14 times a year, based on 38,5 hours per week). For this position we offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your experience and qualifications, starting with a minimum gross salary of EUR 72.000 (annual, based on an All-in contract).

About us:

Silicon Austria Labs (SAL) is a top research center for Electronics and Software Based Systems (ESBS). At three locations (Graz, Villach, Linz), SAL is conducting research along the entire ESBS value chain in the areas of sensor systems, power electronics, intelligent wireless systems, microsystems and embedded systems to develop future-oriented solutions for industrial production, health, energy, mobility, safety and more. SAL brings together key players from industry, science and research and thus valuable expertise and know-how and conducts cooperative, application-oriented research along the value chain. Cooperative projects are co-financed by SAL and enable a fast and unbureaucratic project start. SAL is thus shaping the high-tech location Austria and Europe and developing the future. 

Innovation is our top priority and so are our employees. We are a family-friendly company and support the compatibility of work and family as much as possible. That is why we have been awarded the Work and Family Certificate until 2026. But we are constantly working on new measures to offer our employees an environment where they feel good, healthy and motivated.