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Nestled in a modern city surrounded by nature and with an exceptional standard of living, ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific community.

The group Fiber Optics Innovation Lab (FOIL) of the Institute of Photonics welcomes applications for the following position starting at the earliest possible date: Researcher (Postdoc) Nanoplasmonically functionalized optical fibre as flow reactor for sustainable photochemistry (salary scale 13 TV-L, 100 %)

The fixed-term position is for a duration of 12 months.

Your role

• You are researching and developing an innovative optical glass (fused silica) fibre.
• You are part of an EU-funded research project with a total of six international partners in the field of sustainable photochemistry.
• You are primarily concerned with: the functionalisation and characterisation of the glass fibre with plasmonic nanoparticles for use in a chemical flow reactor.

Who are we looking for?

Prerequisite for the employment is a successful completed university science degree in physics, chemistry, engineering related to optics/nanotechnology or similar.

In addition, we are looking for a candidate with the following:

• Due to the international nature of the consortium involved, good written and spoken English skills and a willingness to travel for external research visits are required.
• A completed doctorate and practical experience with optical fibre technology is desirable.
• Experience in the following areas is also an advantage: metrology, nanoplasmonics, photochemistry, numerical simulation (Comsol, etc.), programming (Python, etc.)

Equal opportunities and diversity are core values at ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ. Our goal is to tap into individual potential and open up possibilities. We therefore welcome applications from anyone interested in the position, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or ideology, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

We strive towards a balanced and diverse workforce and a reduction in under-representation in accordance with the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz – NGG). We therefore also welcome applications from women for the above-mentioned position. Preference will be given to equally-qualified candidates with disabilities

Why join us?

With more than 5.000 employees, ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ is one of the largest and most attractive employers in the Hannover region. We offer a vibrant interdisciplinary and international working environment, and promote personal and professional development ranging from subject-related skills to leadership and languages.

Part-time employment as well as remote work (mobile work, work from home) can be arranged upon request. We support employees with , through services such as back-up childcare, childcare during school holidays, and parent-child offices, as well as providing individual advice regarding family responsibilities and caring for dependants.

To promote health and well-being among employees, we offer an extensive with over 100 different sports, as well as a fitness centre with a sauna and climbing space. Health management measures, such as courses on stress management, good nutrition and relaxation, aim to ensure a healthy workplace.

 

Additional information

For further information, please contact Dr. Michael Steinke (tel.: +49 (0)511 762-14963, email: michael.steinke@hitec.uni-hannover.de).

Please submit your application and supporting documents by July 15, 2025 electronically to