ETH Zurich
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Postdoctoral Fellow / Process Engineer in Metal-Assisted Chemical Etching for X-ray Imaging ETH Zurich in Switzerland
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
SNSF-funded project ABSOLUTE. The position is a 100% fixed-term postdoctoral/research role with an initial one-year contract and possible extension. No stipend amount is stated.
Country
Switzerland
University
ETH Zurich
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Postdoctoral Fellow / Process Engineer for metal-assisted chemical etching at ETH Zurich / Paul Scherrer Institute, Switzerland.
This opening is part of the SNSF-funded project ABSOLUTE (nAnoassemBled catalySt and electrOchemicaL processing for hUge aspecTratio microstructurEs), led in collaboration with the X-ray Imaging Professorship and the Paul Scherrer Institute. The project aims to advance clinical translation of grating-based X-ray interferometry through state-of-the-art X-ray optics and micro-/nanofabrication.
The successful candidate will work on metal-assisted chemical etching (MacEtch) of silicon, defect control, process optimization, scalability, and characterization of high-aspect-ratio microstructures. Research activities include UV photolithography, thin-film deposition, thermal treatments, SEM, optical microscopy, profilometry, metrology development, and data analysis for robust fabrication of next-generation X-ray optical components.
Eligibility highlights: PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, or a closely related field; experience in semiconductor cleanroom environments; hands-on photolithography and SEM; silicon etching and MEMS fabrication are highly desirable; strong analytical skills; ability to work in multidisciplinary academia-industry teams; excellent English; willingness to travel within Europe up to 20%.
Funding and contract: SNSF-funded, 100% fixed-term position with an initial one-year contract and possible extension. No stipend amount is listed.
How to apply: Submit the application online only via the ETH Zurich portal. Include a motivation letter, CV, publication list, transcripts, and at least two reference letters. Questions can be directed to Prof. Dr. Marco Stampanoni or Dr. Lucia Romano by email.
Funding details
SNSF-funded project ABSOLUTE. The position is a 100% fixed-term postdoctoral/research role with an initial one-year contract and possible extension. No stipend amount is stated.
What's required
PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Proven experience in semiconductor cleanroom environments with hands-on expertise in photolithography and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) is required. Experience in silicon etching and MEMS fabrication is highly desirable, as is translational research at the academia-industry interface. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to work in multidisciplinary teams, project management under demanding timelines, excellent written and verbal English, and willingness to travel within Europe up to 20% of working time are expected.
How to apply
Apply online through the ETH Zurich application portal only. Submit a motivation letter, CV, publication list, transcripts, and at least two reference letters. Email or postal applications will not be considered.
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