Technische Universität Berlin is looking for a Research Associate (PostDoc) in Faculty IV – Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Institute of High-Frequency and Semiconductor System Technologies / Radio-Frequency Technologies – Photonics. The position is full-time (part-time employment may be possible), with a duration until 31/01/2028 and the earliest start date as soon as possible. The salary grade is 13 TV-L Berliner Hochschulen. The reference number is IV-411/26 and the application deadline is 13.11.2026. The posting was published on 30.10.2026.

Your responsibility: Research within the ERC project ELEPHANT (https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/948624) under the direction of the chair. Research in the field of integrated photonics and on-chip photonic circuits to realise the objectives of the project, which could include simulations, design, and laboratory setups and measurements. Collaborate within the chair’s group and contribute to IP and publications.

Your profile: Successfully completed university degree (Master, Diplom or equivalent) and one that is completed no later than the date the contract is signed; PhD in electrical engineering, optics/photonics, physics, or a closely related subject area. Extensive experience in integrated photonic EM simulation (e.g., Ansys Lumerical, Ti-dy3D, CST Microwave Studio, COMSOL, HFSS, or similar, or numerical methods). Good knowledge of German and/or English required; willingness to acquire the respective missing language skills. Ability to work in a team desirable. Strong motivation and independence desirable. Experience in one of the following areas (experience in more than one area is advantageous) and willingness to acquire the missing skills: 1. Expertise with numerical simulations (e.g. in Python, Octave, Matlab, or similar) with strong theoretical background. 2. Expertise with photonic integrated circuit design and layout. Experience with designing for photonic MPW runs (e.g. with imec, LIGENTEC, or similar) is advantageous. 3. Expertise with photonic integrated circuit system measurements, coupling with grating and edge couplers, waveguide measurements, circuit measurements etc.

HOW TO APPLY – APPLY BY EMAIL: This post is applied for by email, not through an online application form. Please send your application (in English), indicating the reference number IV-411/26, preferably via email to burla@tu-berlin.de. Applicants are strongly encouraged to discuss the position with Prof. Burla in advance (burla@tu-berlin.de) before submitting their application. Required application material: 1. One-page motivation letter, stating why you want to apply for this position and to join the group. 2. Detailed CV (resume) with a publication list. 3. Academic transcript of B.Sc. and M.Sc. education, including individual exam marks. 4. Details and contact of at least two academic referees that know you well. By submitting your application via email you consent to having your data electronically processed and stored. To ensure equal opportunities between women and men, applications by women with the required qualifications are explicitly encouraged. To apply, click the APPLY FOR THE JOB button here, which takes you to the TU Berlin job posting, and then send your application by email to burla@tu-berlin.de.