Master Thesis – Develop dielectric and magnetic layers for CMOS circulators (all genders) // Job-ID: 191-1

Intern / Student, Full-time · VILLACH

Your future responsibilities

This position is part of the FAMES pilot line project, and the Master Thesis will focus on CMOS circulators using ferrite materials. The research will involve developing dielectric and magnetic layers for CMOS circulators using additive manufacturing techniques, primarily ultrasonic spray coating, aerosol jet printing, and screen printing.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Develop and optimize coating/printing processes for dielectric and magnetic materials
Deposit and characterize dielectric / magnetic materials
Modify the flow characteristics of formulations
Optimize the annealing process
Perform material (SEM, AFM, XRD), electrical, and magnetic characterization
Analyze and evaluate experimental data
Document findings and prepare reports
Contribute to scientific publications

Your profile

Enrolled in a master’s program in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Microsystems engineering or a related field, enrolled in an EU-university
Background or hands-on experience in material characterization/ Printed electronics / microfabrication/ or formulation techniques is an advantage
Data analysis and processing skills
Self-motivated, well-organized, and comfortable working in a multicultural team environment
Good oral and written communication skills in English

Important Facts about SAL

Duration: 6 months
Diversified research activities with plenty of technical challenges.
State-of-the-art lab facilities and instruments.
Internal and external training opportunities for further development.
€ 4 per day food allowance in restaurants or € 2 per day in supermarkets.
Family & kids friendly.
Free coffee/milk/tea & fresh fruits.

This position is subject to the Collective Agreement for employees in non-university research (Research CA). For this position, we offer a monthly gross salary of EUR 1.929, paid 14 times a year.

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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.

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