Current Job Offers

Electronics Technician (m/f/d)

Job ID: 8125/25 | Department: Technology | Start: 01.09.2026 | Training duration: 3 ½ years (with very good performance shortening to 3 years possible) | Attractive remuneration according to TVA-L BBiG: Apprenticeship allowance

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Mechatronics Technician (m/f/d)

Job-ID: 8124/25 | Abteilung: Technologie | Beginn: 01.09.2026 | Ausbildungsdauer: 3 ½ Jahre (bei sehr guten Leistungen Verkürzung auf 3 Jahre möglich) | Attraktive Vergütung nach TVA-L BBiG: Apprenticeship allowance

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Head of Technical Infrastructure Construction and Operations (m/f/d) – Location Cottbus

Job ID: 1035/26 | Department: Executive Management | Salary: as per the TV-L collective bargaining agreement | Work hours: 40 hours/week | Contract term: 2 years with the option of renewal | Start date: as soon as possible

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Financial Accounting Associate (m/f/d)

Job ID: 1034/26 | Department: Administrative Services | Salary: as per collective bargaining agreement (TV-L) | Work hours: 40 hours/week (part-time available upon request) | Contract term: 2 years, with the goal of converting to a permanent position | Start date: as soon as possible

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Information Security Manager (m/f/d)

Job ID: 1108/25 | Department: D-ITS | Salary: according to collective agreement (TV-L) | Working hours: 40 hours/week | Fixed term: limited to 2 years. Option to extend | Start date: as soon as possible

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IT System Administrator (m/f/d) with Focus on Storage & Backup

Job-ID: 1084/22

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Call for applications
IHP has the pleasure to invite applications for the 
International IHP „Wolfgang Mehr“ Fellowship Award 2026 “Power Amplifiers for Future Radio Systems at millimeter-wave and sub-THz Frequencies” 

The International IHP „Wolfgang Mehr“ Fellowship Award is devoted to carry out in close collaboration with IHP research in the area of “Power Amplifiers for Future Radio Systems at
millimeter-wave and sub-THz Frequencies”. Following the spirit of IHP´s former Scientific Director Wolfgang Mehr, the annual fellowship award is focused on an innovative, interdisciplinary research
topic with high potential for technology breakthroughs, giving a high degree of freedom to the award winner to work in an interdisciplinary environment with a strong potential across several research
areas. 

The winner of the International IHP „Wolfgang Mehr“ Fellowship Award 2026 must enjoy an excellent international reputation and will receive the prize money of 12,500 €, honoring the award
winner´s research achievements. The aim of the fellowship award is to realize at least one of the following strategic research targets in close collaboration with IHP: 

• identify the potential of a novel research direction
• initiate a new and innovative research project
• intensify a successful research collaboration 

The focus of the joint research activities should be on utilizing the SiGe BiCMOS transistor technologies of IHP to design and implement power amplifiers for next-generation radio systems in
communication, sensing and radar at frequencies above 100 GHz. A clear path towards the realization of >100-GHz power amplifiers, including their architecture and transistor-level design, will be sought,
which will ultimately enable state-of-the-art performance in output power, efficiency and linearity. Emphasis will be put on identifying optimum circuit topologies and implementation strategies that can make the best use of high-performance front-end and back-end offerings unique to IHP’s SiGe BiCMOS foundry. In addition, possible collaboration plans will be discussed to identify technology development directions for IHP’s SiGe, InP and hetero-integrations, which will push the performance limits of >100-GHz power amplifiers.
Overall, the joint research efforts are expected to significantly enhance the performance of future radio systems by enabling higher output power, higher efficiency and improved linearity.
The award winner must have a strong background in millimeter-wave power amplifiers in silicon and compound semiconductor technologies operating at frequencies above 100 GHz, demonstrating
record-breaking performance and innovative design approaches, targeted towards millimeter-wave radar, sensing and wireless communication applications. Research experience in integrated
transmitters and receivers at similar frequency bands is a plus. A strong drive towards connecting with interdisciplinary and international R&D networks which are currently laying the foundations of future systems is expected. IHP seeks to incorporate more women into the science field – therefore, women are strongly encouraged to apply.
We assume the selected fellow is able to stay at IHP for three months on a flexible time schedule in a timeframe of 12 months starting from the day of nomination. Accommodation and travel costs are to be covered from the prize money. 

To be considered, applications should be submitted by April 19, 2026.

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Research Assistant / PhD position (m/f/d) for CMOS- and RRAM-based IMC Architectures: Mixed-Signal Design 

Job-ID: 3035/26 | Department: System Architecture | Working Time: 40h/week| Salary: E13 TV-L | Limitation: 2 years with option of extension | Entry Date: as soon as possible 

The position:
We are looking for a motivated researcher to join the System Architectures Department to mainly work designing and testing CMOS- and RRAM-based IMC architectures manufactured using IHP 130nm CMOS technology, and mainly used for performing Vector Matrix Multiplications (VMMs). Different mixed-signal circuit designs are going to be explored in order to assure the trade-off between performance, power-consumption and reliability. In more detail, these different types of IMC architectures are going to be integrated in an AI platform including not only other AI accelerators, but also a RISC-V that orchestrates AI applications’ execution. It is anticipated, the candidate will work towards a PhD. Your detailed tasks will include: 

• Mixed-signal design and test of CMOS- and RRAM-based IMC architectures
• Layout generation of the designed architectures
• Support in manufacturing and characterization 

Your qualifications:
You hold a Master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field. You have good knowledge and experience in mixed-signal design and test and layout generation. Significant experience with mixed-signal design EDA tools is requested. Additionally, knowledge and passion for conventional and non-conventional AI architectures and heterogeneous integration assuming CMOS and novel devices is favorable.
You will also be a strong team player. We are looking for a team member who can structure their own work and bring a well-organized and systematic approach to working with creative minds. You will be an ideal fit for this position if you have experimental, analytical, and problem-solving skills, very strong communication skills, and the ability to quickly learn how to use the latest technical equipment, including various software. You must be fluent in English. 
German language skills are welcome. Further development of German language skills is expected and strongly encouraged, e.g. through in-house language courses and intensive courses. 

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Research Assistant / PhD position (m/f/d) for Embedded Software Design for Heterogeneous AI Platforms 

Job-ID: 3033/26 | Department: System Architecture | Working Time: 40h/week| Salary: E13 TV-L | Limitation: 2 years with option of extension | Entry Date: as soon as possible | Location: Cottbus 

The position:
We are looking for a motivated researcher to join the System Architectures The research focus is on developing a software design flow for a heterogeneous embedded AI platform featuring RISC-V-based processors, FPGAs, and custom AI accelerators — including both CMOS-based and emerging non-conventional technologies. A key challenge is programming these heterogeneous accelerators and co-designing the HW/SW split at the system level. While RISCV is our current baseline, the flow should not be limited to a single ISA or platform.
This position offers a deep insight into the programming of state-of-the-art hardware design. It is anticipated the candidate will work towards a PhD. Your detailed tasks will include: 

• Application mapping and software development for embedded AI platforms including RISC-V (on bare-metal or linux-based systems)
• HW/SW partitioning, accelerator selection, and dimensioning
• Driver development for custom AI and signal-processing accelerators
• Integration of heterogeneous hardware accelerators into existing software stacks
• Flow development for continuous hardware integration and software deployment 

Your qualifications:
You have a solid understanding of embedded systems and HW/SW interfaces, and good programming skills in C/C++ and Python. Familiarity with hardware description languages (e.g. SystemC, VHDL, or Verilog) is a plus. You are comfortable working in Linux-based environments and with version control. Most importantly, you are eager to dig into real hardware and understand systems end-to-end. Experience with AI inference frameworks, accelerator integration, or performance profiling on heterogeneous platforms is welcome. 
You will also be a strong team player. We are looking for a team member who can structure their own work and bring a well-organized and systematic approach to working with creative minds. You will be an ideal fit for this position if you have experimental, analytical, and problem-solving skills, very strong communication skills, and the ability to quickly learn how to use the latest technical equipment, including various software. You must be fluent in English. German language skills are welcome. Further development of German language skills is expected and strongly encouraged, e.g. through in-house language courses and intensive courses. 

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Research Assistant / PhD position (m/f/d) for Hardware Design of Processing Platforms with AI acceleration on FPGA and ASIC 

Job-ID: 3034/26 | Department: System Architecture | Working Time: 40h/week| Salary: E13 TV-L | Limitation: 2 years with option of extension | Entry Date: as soon as possible |Location: Cottbus

The position:
We are looking for a motivated researcher to join the System Architectures Department to work on designing a versatile processing platform that integrates a scalable RISC-V-based CPU subsystem with heterogeneous accelerators. The platform will offer a highly configurable compute basis supporting different edge processing usecases — from constrained low-power systems to high-performance nodes — and will integrate digital signal processing alongside conventional and non-conventional AI accelerators exploring technology heterogeneity.
This position offers a deep insight into the design and prototyping of cutting-edge hardware systems. It is anticipated, the candidate will work towards a PhD. Your detailed tasks will include: 

• HDL design, verification, platform development and exploration
• Integration of periphery and accelerator interfaces with focus on AI acceleration
• FPGA prototyping on-premise and server-based FPGAs
• Flow development and maintenance for continuous integration and deployment of our IPs 

Your qualifications:
You hold a Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. You have strong knowledge of processor architecture and experience in RTL design with different HDLs and frameworks. Significant proficiency with FPGA prototyping is expected. Familiarity with accelerator interfaces, integration, and AI accelerator architectures is beneficial. Knowledge of and enthusiasm for flow-based design automation is a plus.
You will also be a strong team player. We are looking for a team member who can structure their own work and bring a well-organized and systematic approach to working with creative minds. You will be an ideal fit for this position if you have experimental, analytical, and problem-solving skills, very strong communication skills, and the ability to quickly learn how to use the latest technical equipment, including various software. You must be fluent in English. German language skills are welcome. Further development of German language skills is expected and strongly encouraged, e.g. through in-house language courses and intensive courses. 

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R/D Project Coordinator (m/f/d) 

Job-ID: 3032/26 | Department: Material Research | Salary: as per tariff (TV-L) | Working Time: 40h/week | Limitation: initially two years with extension option | Starting Date: as soon as possible 

The position:
The position involves providing structured and proactive support to the Heads of the System Architectures and Circuit Design departments in the planning, application, and implementation of externally funded research projects. The role includes researching and preparing information on national and European funding policies and requirements for applicants, project proposals, and funding bodies. Where appropriate, the successful candidate will design and organize internal information sessions on research funding topics.
Based on the scope of work defined by the respective project managers, the position holder will support project planning activities, including the preparation of project budgets, timelines, and resource analyses. The role further entails facilitating the exchange of project-related information across departments to ensure transparent communication and efficient collaboration.
A key responsibility is the monitoring of project progress, including tracking budgets, schedules, risks, and other relevant project metrics, as well as preparing the organizational sections of project reports. The position also includes proactive guidance and advisory support to applicants throughout the planning, submission, and implementation
phases of externally funded research projects.
In addition, the role involves coordinating necessary measures and liaising with legal advisors in the preparation and execution of cooperation and consortium agreements within national and European collaborative projects. The successful candidate will also organize, coordinate, and participate in national and international kick-off meetings, project meetings, and review meetings. 

Your qualifications:
You have relevant university or master's degree with knowledge of computer science and/or electrical engineering or a related field. A doctorate will be an advantage. You are familiar with the work and organization of a research institution. Ideally you already have experience in science management, especially project management. We need you to be a strong team player, able to effectively plan and execute your own work, and to work in an organized manner with other creative minds. You will be ideally suited for this position if you have very good knowledge of project management and the requirements and structures of national and European research funding.
As IHP is an international research center, it is necessary that you are fluent in English. German language skills are welcome. The improvement of German language skills is expected and strongly encouraged, e.g. through in-house language courses and intensive courses. 

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Research Associate/PhD Position (m/f/d) for Al-Al Wafer Bonding Technology Development for BiCMOS Wafer-level Packaging Applications 

Job-ID: 7037/26 | Department: Technology | Salary: E13 TV-L | Working Time: 40h/week (part-time option possible) | Limitation: initially for 2 years with option of extension | Starting Date: as soon as possible 

The position:
As a member of the research group "Heterogeneous Integration of Devices & Technologies" within the department Technology you will contribute to a wide range of research activities in the field of high frequency advanced packaging and heterogeneous integration of SiGe BiCMOS technologies for mm-wave up to THz applications. Your tasks will include the development of process technologies and modules using IHPs 200 mm BiCMOS pilot line and IHP advanced Al-Al wafer bonding process technologies. In addition, you will contribute to the design and FEM simulations, and the characterization of advanced wafer-level packaging and interconnection technologies. An international team of 9 scientists, PhD students and engineers is looking forward to you. Flat hierarchies and mutual
support are important to us. We see diversity of perspectives as a great advantage for our team.
Your work is suitable both for a research associate or a PhD project. In case of a PhD project, your work is supported by an experienced supervisor and accompanied within the framework of a supervision agreement. We aim together for a completion within 3-5 years. After one and a half years, the topic will be finally defined and the contract duration will be adjusted accordingly by mutual agreement to the foreseeable doctoral period. 

Your tasks:

• Process development of wafer-to-wafer and chip-to-wafer Al-Al bonding interconnection technologies based on IHPs BiCMOS wafer-level packaging technologies
• Process development and process integration within IHPs 200 mm BiCMOS pilot line
• Design and layout of process control monitor test structures for process development and characterization
• Electrical (e.g. DC, RF) and offline characterization (e.g. SEM, FIB) of developed process modules and components
• Support the development of reliability characterization of BiCMOS wafer-level packaging technologies
• Project support and dissemination of research results within high-level scientific journals and conferences 

Your qualifications: 

• Completed university degree (Master/Diploma) in Electrical Engineering, Material Science, or a related field
• Knowledge about semiconductor process technologies with focus on BEOL and wafer-level packaging technologies
• Theoretical and practical experience of wafer-to-wafer and chip-to-wafer thermo-compression and hybrid bonding
• Extensive hands-on experience with FEM simulation tools (e.g. ANSYS Workbench)
• Ability to work independently in a structured and solution-oriented manner
• Team player with strong communication skills and high self-motivation
• German and English language skills mandatory, both written and spoken 

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System administrator (m/f/d) for technical operations

Job ID: 7036/26 | Department: D-T | Salary: according to collective agreement (TV-L) | Working hours: full-time | Fixed-term contract: 2 years with option to extend | Start date: as soon as possible

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System integrator (m/f/d) for technical IT support

Job ID: 7035/26 | Department: D-T | Salary: according to collective agreement (TV-L) | Working hours: full-time | Fixed-term contract: 2 years with option to extend | Start date: as soon as possible

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Technology Development Engineer (m/f/d) 

Job-ID: 7013/26 | Department: Technology | Salary: E13/E14 (TV-L) | Working Time: 40h/week ((part-time work option) | Limitation: initially 2 years with option of extension | Starting Date: as soon as possible 

The position:
As a member of the the SiGe-BiCMOS team within the department technology you will contribute to core research projects of IHP. An international team of highly motivated researchers, PhD's and technitians is looking forward to you. Flat hierarchies and mutual support are important to us. We see diversity of perspectives as a great advantage
for our team.
Your research will be focused on device physics and fabrication technologies of high-speed SiGe heterojunction bipolar transistors (HBT). This includes optimization of the SiGe BiCMOS technology for emerging new applications such as ultra-high data rate communication systems, THz imaging and sensing, and quantum technologies. Your tasks include research into new active and passive radio-frequency devices and their integration into a technology platform for the manufacture of integrated circuits. The work will be embedded in leading national and international
research projects on high-frequency electronics.

Your qualifications:
You hold a master’s or PhD degree in electrical engineering or physics. You are already experienced in semiconductor device physics. Ideally, but not mandatory you have a background in silicon process technology.
You are also a strong team player. We are looking for a team member, who is able to structure his or her own work and to bring a well-organized and systematic way of working into the cooperation with creative minds. You are an ideal match for this position, when you have experimental, analytical and problem-solving skills, very strong communicative skills and the ability to quickly learn how to operate the latest technical equipment including various software. It is necessary that you confidently handle the English language. Knowledge of the German language is welcome. The deepening of German language skills is expected and highly encouraged, for example in in-house language courses and intensive courses. 

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Group Leader (m/f/d) Process Integration

Job-ID: 70811/25 | Department: Technology | Salary: as per tariff (TV-L) | Working Time: 40h/week | Limitation: initially 2 years with option of extension | Starting Date: as soon as possible

The position:
At IHP, we research and develop cutting-edge silicon-based technologies for high-performance microelectronics. Our Process Integration group is a key part of the Technology Department, driving innovations in SiGe heterojunction bipolar transistors (HBTs), germanium photodiodes, and modulators for applications in the sub-terahertz and highspeed optical communication domains. We are currently looking for an experienced and visionary Group Leader (f/m/d) to lead and advance our process integration activities.
As the head of the Process Integration group, you will take scientific and strategic responsibility for three core teams:

• Device & Technology Development
  Develop and optimize semiconductor devices for integration into IHP's advanced 130 nm SiGe BiCMOS technology platform. Guide research in device physics, TCAD simulation, reliability studies, and yield optimization according to industrial standards
• Electrical Characterization
  Oversee a state-of-the-art measurement laboratory focusing on DC and RF characterization, compact modeling, and statistical process control (SPC) of processed silicon wafers
• Process Control & Prototype Production
  Support multi-project wafer (MPW) production and prototype runs. Analyze process data and electrical results (PCM), identify failures, and implement improvements to ensure robust process stability and yield

You will be responsible for:

• Defining goals, monitoring progress, and evaluating results in close cooperation with your team and other departments
• Strategically shaping research directions and aligning them with industry trends in high-frequency electronics, optoelectronics, and IC manufacturing
• Guiding and developing your team, conducting performance reviews, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation

Your qualifications:
You have proven leadership experience in managing scientific and technical teams. This includes advanced competencies in employee development, conflict resolution, strategic planning, and performance assessment. Your strong scientific background lies in solid-state physics, semiconductor device physics, and silicon-based microelectronics. You bring hands-on experience in semiconductor technology development, with in-depth knowledge of cleanroom processes, device simulation, and electrical characterization. You possess a sound understanding of current trends in RF and microwave engineering, communications technology, and photonic integration. You are fluent in English, both spoken and written; German language skills are considered an asset or should be developed with support.

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Service Technician (m/f/d) in Shiftwork

Job-ID: 6011/25 | Abteilung: Technologie | Gehalt: TV-L EG 6 bis 9, je nach Verantwortungsbereich; Vorerfahrung wird anerkannt | Arbeitszeit: 40h/Woche | unbefristet | Eintrittsdatum: zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt

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Technical employee (m/f/d) in continuous alternating shift operation

Job-ID: 7011/25 | Department: Technology | Salary: according to collective labour agreement (TV-L) | Working hours: 40h/week | Fixed term: unlimited | Starting date: as soon as possible

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Science Management Officer (m/f/d)

Job ID: 9113/25 | Department: Management | Salary: E13 TV-L; depending on professional experience, specialist profile, and individual suitability there is the possibility of classification above this level within the collective agreement | Working hours: 40 hours/week | Fixed term: 2 years with option to extend | Start date: as soon as possible

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Patent Management and Technology Transfer

Job ID: 9125/24 | Department: Management | Salary: according to collective agreement (TV-L) | Working hours: 40h/week (part-time possible) | Fixed term: for 2 years with option to extend the term | Starting date: as soon as possible

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