Research Assistant for Physics Laboratory (50%), Windisch

Teaching, research and practice– we connect

Your tasks The Physics Laboratory supports teaching across all HTU study programs and maintains a collection of more than 300 experiments used in both theoretical and experimental courses. These experiments are used in a wide range of subjects, including mechanics, electromagnetism, optics, thermodynamics, photonics, electronics, semiconductor devices, photovoltaics, and many others. In addition to the lecture activities, the laboratory is strongly involved in research and development in the topics of electronics, renewable energies, photonics, and sensor technologies. All these activities are conducted by highly dynamic and qualified staff comprising faculty members, lecturers, technicians, and researchers.

Your Responsibilities

Support the conceptualization, design and prototyping of new experimental setups for theory and laboratory lectures

Support the development of prototypes for bachelor and master students’ scientific projects

Your profile

Bachelor's degree in Mechanics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Experience with CAD and/or FEM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Synopsys, Silvaco, Ansys, COMSOL, etc.) is an advantage

Independent, reliable, well‑organized and team‑oriented working style

Willingness to pursue a master's degree alongside the position within the FHNW MSE program

We offer

A varied and engaging role within an innovative university environment

Competitive salary for corresponding level

Collaboration with dedicated faculty members and motivated students

Access to modern infrastructure and well‑equipped workshops

Opportunity and support to complete a master's degree

The position is limited to 3 years.

Your prospects Our working environment at the Brugg‑Windisch campus, combined with a high degree of flexibility in terms of working hours and location, provides a contemporary framework for our work. At the School of Engineering and Environment, a culture of dialog is cultivated that is characterized by appreciation and trust. We consider short decision‑making processes, a lean administration and great personal freedom to shape and act as important framework conditions for our success.

Your benefits

Wide range of university sports

Cultural programme of lectures, concerts, theatre and films

Established implementation of equal pay

Targeted promotion of doctoral projects

Annual working time (42 hours/week) with the option of part‑time and teleworking

Mentoring programme for career development

Your workplace

Hochschule für Technik und Umwelt FHNW

Klosterzelgstrasse 2

5210 Windisch

Contact Prof. Dr. Tobias Kaufmann, Head of Institute Phone: +41 56 202 84 92

HR Manager, Antje Nawroth Phone: +41 56 202 72 07

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