Photonics Project Manager&Research Engineer, Enschede

Position Summary The University of Twente (UT) is seeking a skilled individual for the combined role of Project Manager and Research Engineer at the Photonic Integration Technology Center (PITC) and MESA+.

Key Responsibilities

Collaboration: Engage closely with companies and various stakeholders in the Twente area to develop innovative photonics solutions and manage collaborative projects.

Project Management: Lead projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, timely delivery, and effective communication across the team and stakeholders, including team management.

Hands‑On Research: Work in a clean room environment, engaging in the development, optimization, and integration of photonic integrated circuits.

Process Improvement: Develop and enhance fabrication and integration processes, ensuring efficiency and high‑quality production of photonic devices.

Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation and reports on project progress, outcomes, and future directions.

Required Qualifications

We are looking for an enthusiastic team member: a strong cleanroom research engineer with project management skills.

You know how to work in a team of professionals and contribute to the overall success of the team.

A background in photonics, semiconductors, or a related engineering field, with laboratory experience in a clean room setting.

Proven project management experience, showcasing strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Knowledge and experience in design and modelling, including PDk’s, within the field of photonics is highly desirable.

Hands‑on experience with photonic integrated circuits and relevant fabrication techniques is highly desirable.

Offer and Benefits

We offer a challenging position (32‑38 hours/week) in an inspiring multidisciplinary and industrial‑academic environment, within a university which continuously improves the collaboration with industry and start‑ups.

The appointment will be for 2,5 years. The rating will be based on your background and relevant experience and can vary up to€ 6.433,- gross per month based on scale 11.

The Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities is applicable.

Additionally, the University of Twente provides excellent facilities for professional and personal development, an 8% holiday allowance, and an 8,3% end‑of‑year bonus.

Free access to the sports facilities on campus.

At least 232 vacation hours for a full‑time position.

A family‑friendly institution that offers parental leave (both paid and unpaid).

Equal Opportunity At the University of Twente, we value diversity and inclusion. We warmly welcome anyone who recognises themselves in the requested competencies to apply.

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