The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems IPMS in Dresden is a leading research institution focused on the development and testing of electronic, mechanical and optical components on the basis of micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) and micro-opto-electro-mechanical systems (MOEMS) and on integrating them into intelligent systems. Working in tandem with industry and the public sector, Fraunhofer IPMS develops market-ready solutions, especially for the fields of smart industrial solutions, medical and health, and quality of life. Fraunhofer IPMS is a leading research institution for the development and testing of electronic, mechanical and optical components. It has locations in Dresden (headquarters), Cottbus and Erfurt. Fraunhofer IPMS is currently being led jointly by Prof. Harald Schenk (executive director) and Prof. Hubert Lakner (until the end of September 2024).
In your new role, you (m/f/x) will act as an expert representative for the themes and topics of focus in both research and research and technology management as you work with research funders and partners and will build on the strategic links between TUD and Fraunhofer IPMS. Within the joint institute management, you will shape the scientific and economic success and the future viability of Fraunhofer IPMS. You will be responsible for heading the divisions Nanoelectronic Technology as well as Data Communication and Computing, which together comprise approximately 150 employees, in keeping with the principles of the Fraunhofer model. In addition to defining the areas of focus for research work, you will be responsible for project acquisition, knowledge transfer to industry and the HR-related and organizational structure of these divisions. You will be the point of contact for key stakeholders from the funding policy segment, industry and the research sector.

You have in-depth professional knowledge and skills in research and technology in the following fields:

• Semiconductor processes and technologies on 300-millimeter wafers
• Operation of industrial cleanrooms, including production control systems and contamination management
• Materials science, CMOS-compatible dielectric, ferroelectric and metallic thin films
• Information storage, energy storage, sensors and energy harvesting
• Research on substitutes for harmful and rare raw materials and all-around reduction of process materials.
  As well as having many years of experience in leading large interdisciplinary and applied research groups, you also have experience in the strategic planning, acquisition and implementation of large-scale national and international research and development projects in a range of business areas, along with expertise in enhancing the efficiency of development processes and in technology utilization. Experience with working and teaching in an international context and/or with managing international projects as well as involvement in science policy circles are a plus. The requirements for appointment, the official duties and the administrative status are governed by §§ 59, 69, 71 of the Act on Higher Education Institutions in the Free State of Saxony (SächsHSG) and the Saxon Regulation on Official Duties at Higher Education Institutions (HSDAVO).

The successful candidate will enjoy the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of projects with a high degree of practical relevance as well as a great deal of flexibility in pursuing research work, with attractive remuneration. You will receive support for your own academic development. The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft has a family-friendly HR policy that includes the opportunity to arrange flexible working hours and various types of support for achieving a successful work-life balance.
For questions, please contact the head of the appointment committee of TUD, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Mikolajick, phone +49 351 2124990 20; email: thomas.mikolajick@tu-dresden.de or the head of the appointment committee of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, Dr. Birgit Geier, phone +89 1205 1136, email birgit.geier@zv.fraunhofer.de.
TUD and the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft strive to employ more women in academia and research. We therefore expressly encourage women to apply. The university is a certified family-friendly university and offers a Dual Career Service. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. If multiple candidates prove to be equally qualified, those with disabilities or with equivalent status pursuant to the German Social Code IX (SGB IX) will receive priority for employment. If you have any questions about these topics, please contact the Equal Opportunities Officer of the Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering (Lena Elspaß, phone +49 351 463-40217) and the Equal Rights Officer of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (Dipl. Ing. Regina Böckler, phone +49 89 54759 322) or the Representative of Employees with Disabilities of TUD (Mr. Roberto Lemmrich, phone +49 351 463 33175) and the Disability Manager of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (Frank Müller, phone +49 511 5350 342).

We look forward to receiving your application by February 12, 2025 (time stamp on the email server or the stamped arrival date of the university central mail Service of TUD applies).
Please attach the following documents to your letter of application: curriculum vitae in tabular form, synopsis of the academic career, list of academic publications, list of courses taught, results of teaching evaluations covering the last three years and a copy of the certificate of the highest academic degree.
We kindly ask you to submit your application by email. Please use the SecureMail Portal of TUD (https://securemail.tu-dresden.de) and send your documents in a single PDF document to dekanat.et@tu-dresden.de and to the President of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, Prof. Holger Hanselka, praesident@fraunhofer.de. If you are applying by regular mail, please also attach your application documents in electronic form (CD or USB thumb drive) and send them to: TU Dresden, Fakultät Elektrotechnik und Informationstechnik, Dekan, Herrn Prof. Dr. Karlheinz Bock, Helmholtzstr. 10, 01069 Dresden, Germany. The application documents will be made available to the responsible bodies of TUD and the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft.

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