Physicist or Chemist (f/m/d)

Your Tasks

• Installation and commissioning of proven TDL, FTIR, and light scattering measurement systems at the new AIDAc2 atmospheric simulation chamber
• Development of new or enhanced TDL, FTIR and light scattering measurement systems for the AIDAc2, taking into account the operational requirements at the new simulation chamber and utilizing state-of-the-art technology in spectroscopy and opto-mechanics
• Contributing to the software development for controlling the new measurement systems and integrating them into the central facility control and data acquisition systems
• Conducting test measurements and contributing to first scientific experiments with AIDAc2
• Technical documentation, functional specifications, and operating instructions for the new measurement systems

Your Profile

• A completed graduate degree (Master's or university diploma) with a Ph.D. in physics, chemistry or in atmospheric and environmental sciences, specializing in optical spectroscopy (FTIR, TDL)
• Professional experience in the development and application of TDL and/or FTIR spectroscopy (preferably in atmospheric sciences)
• Extensive knowledge of TDL, FTIR, and scattered light spectroscopy
• Practical experience in the setup and use of TDL, FTIR, and scattered light measurement systems
• Experience in the design of optomechanical systems
• Programming skills in LabView and Python
• Strong communication skills in German and English
• Ability to work in a team and to work in a structured and goal-oriented manner

We Offer

• Science for Impact :
  Engage with topics of societal relevance - in an excellent scientific environment that enables change.
• Flexible Working Hours :
  Take advantage of flexible-hours schemes, remote-work options, part-time models, and a 30-day annual leave entitlement to achieve an optimal work-life balance.
• Career-Building and Developmental Opportunities :
  We provide you with a structured onboarding program, a broad spectrum of continuing-education options, and personalised support, thereby fostering your individual growth.
• Family-friendliness :
  The "KIT-Family +" program assists you in reconciling work and family life by offering childcare services, holiday activities, a parent-child office space, and assistance with caring for relatives.
• Stay Healthy :
  Under the motto "Fit at KIT - Body, Mind and Soul," we promote your well-being through fitness classes, mental-health programmes, and regular preventive health examinations.
• Individualised Extra Benefits :
  Enjoy a corporate pension (VBL), a €25 monthly contribution toward a JobTicket BW, plus a broad selection of cultural and recreational programmes.

Job location
Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen (and Karlsruhe)

Contract duration2 years

SalarySalary category 13 TV-L; classification is based on personal and professional qualifications.
Contact person in line-managementDr. Ottmar Möhler
[email protected]

If you have general questions about the application process, please contactIsabellDuzsik
Personalservice (PSE)
[email protected]
+49 721 608-25077

At KIT we value the diversity of our employees; different perspectives and backgrounds enrich our work. Applications from recognized severely disabled individuals are given preferential consideration when qualifications are equal.

Application up to: 2026-06-12
Job posting number: 223/2026