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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Administrative / Other

Group Leader Semiconductor Integration Technologies

As a research and development partner for industry, the Fraunhofer Institute for Microelectronic Circuits and Systems IMS develops customized microelectronic circuits, microsystems and sensors for the specific requirements of our research and industry partners. Our CMOS and MST cleanroom facilities – one of the most powerful in the German research landscape – combine industrial manufacturing depth with academic excellence in direct partnership with the University of Duisburg-Essen. Our group "Semiconductor Integration Technologies" bridges the gap...

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Administrative / Other

Civil Engineer for Energy Modernization & Clean Room Projects

Fraunhofer IMS operates multiple semiconductor clean rooms at industry standard, where high-precision equipment for microchip manufacturing is used. These processes are very energy-intensive. As part of a long-term transformation project, our clean room structures are to be comprehensively renovated and energetically optimized – with the goal of eventually achieving CO₂-neutral operations. This creates the foundation for more sustainable high-tech research and takes responsibility for a globally relevant future industry. Beyond the clean rooms...

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Administrative / Other

Microtechnologist/Operator - Semiconductor Manufacturing

As a research and development partner for industry, the Fraunhofer Institute for Microelectronic Circuits and Systems IMS develops customized microelectronic circuits, microsystems and sensors for specific requirements of our research and industry partners. From initial concept to pre-series production, we offer all steps directly on-site depending on the process or cooperate closely with foundries or other Fraunhofer institutes. Our in-house wafer processing takes place in our cleanroom across a total area of 800 square meters. Our group…

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Student / Thesis

Theses in the Field: Efficient, Adaptive and Decentralized AI

Our interdisciplinary team works at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Embedded Systems and Edge Computing. Our goal is to develop forward-looking AI solutions for resource-constrained, decentralized systems – from autonomous sensors to networked devices to industrial applications. Central questions include: How can AI models be efficiently operated on microcontrollers? Which domain adaptation methods are suitable for embedded devices? Which domain adaptation methods are suitable for embedded devices? How can decentralized…

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Administrative / Other

Equipment Engineer in Semiconductor Manufacturing

As a research and development partner for industry, the Fraunhofer Institute for Microelectronic Circuits and Systems IMS pursues the goal of developing customized microelectronic circuits, microsystems and sensors for specific requirements in the fields of technology services, biomedical sensors, optical and photonic systems and even quantum technology. From the first concept to pre-series production, we offer all steps directly on-site. The processing of ASICs takes place in our in-house CMOS and microsystem cleanrooms on a…

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Student / Thesis

Master's Thesis on the Topic: Development of Multimodal AI Models for Cognitive Distraction Detection

A central research focus of Fraunhofer IMS is the detection of driver states. In particular, the intelligent detection of cognitive distraction is the focus of research activities. Multimodal signals are extracted from the vehicle interior (in-cabin) from video (e.g., activities, vital data), audio (e.g., audio events), and CAN data, and combined in various encoders. Building on this, a multimodal AI model based on current algorithms (e.g., LLMs, JEPA) is to be designed, implemented, and evaluated as part of your master's thesis. Here...

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Student / Thesis

Master's Theses in the Field of Generative AI

The application of Generative Artificial Intelligence in the fields of industry, medicine, automotive, and space/security is a major research focus of Fraunhofer IMS. Possible applications include, for example, the deployment and further development of knowledge management systems for automatic documentation in the medical sector or the implementation of a repair and maintenance assistant in an industrial environment. A key focus area is also the generation of synthetic image data. As part of your master's thesis, you have the opportunity to work on the latest...

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Student / Thesis

Thesis in the Field of Wireless Sensors and Systems

Thesis in the Field of Wireless Sensors and Systems Fraunhofer IMS conducts research on application-specific microelectronic solutions with a focus on smart sensors. The spectrum ranges from active and intelligent networked sensor systems to battery-free ultra-low-power sensor systems for special applications. In the course of your work, you will support the Wireless Sensors and Systems group, which deals with wireless applications and wireless measurement technology. This includes topic areas of implantable sensor systems for diagnostic and…

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Student / Thesis

Bachelor Thesis in the Field of: Bionanosensors

A central research focus of Fraunhofer IMS is the development of various sensor types. Our group "Biomedical Nanosensors" develops fluorescent nanosensors based on carbon nanotubes for biomedical applications. In the production of our sensors, we focus on the targeted adjustment of optical properties and the functionalization of recognition units for the detection of specific analytes. Depending on your area of interest, various topics are possible for a bachelor thesis. Here you create change...

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

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Test Engineer Silicon Photonics

As a research and development partner of industry, Fraunhofer IMS develops customized microelectronic circuits, microsystems, and sensors for demanding applications. With one of the most powerful CMOS and MST cleanroom infrastructures in the German research landscape, we combine industrial manufacturing depth with scientific excellence. Our Photonic Integrated Circuits (PIC) research group develops new photonic platforms. We combine existing technologies with newly created (meta)materials and integrate our photonic...

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Student / Thesis

Thesis in the Field of: Infrared Sensing

The Semiconductor Integration Technologies research group at Fraunhofer IMS develops microbolometers for infrared image sensors, such as those used in thermal imaging cameras. In addition to temperature determination using thermal radiation, further information can be optically extracted from infrared radiation. At Fraunhofer IMS, the design, manufacturing, and testing of appropriately adapted microbolometers are among the central research priorities, in which project and thesis work is continuously offered. The research questions can be tailored individually...

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Student / Thesis

Student Assistant for Market Research and Trend Analysis in the Field of Quantum Technology

At Fraunhofer IMS, more than 200 employees research and develop individual solutions in microelectronics and sensor technology for our funding bodies and customers from industry. A key focus is the development of novel solutions for quantum technologies based on photonically integrated circuits (PICs), high-precision optical sensor systems, and advanced manufacturing solutions in cleanroom production for scaling technologies from basic research into industry. In the international competition for high-performance quantum computers...

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Postdoc

Scientific Researcher (Post-Doc) - Photonic Circuits and Systems for Biosensors

In our newly established Photonic System Design group, we develop photonic system solutions for applications in medical technology and biosensorics, quantum computing, and hardware accelerators for artificial neural networks. A particular focus of our work is on the development of photonic biosensors, which can help, for example, in point-of-care systems to detect diseases early and directly at the examination site. We combine innovative system concepts with our institute's silicon nitride technology (SiN) and create...

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Fraunhofer IMS · IMS - Mikroelektronische Schaltungen und Systeme

Student / Thesis

Studentische Hilfskräfte Initiativbewerbungen 2026

Unsere Forschungsfelder am Fraunhofer IMS decken ein breites Spektrum mikroelektronischer und sensorbasierter Technologien ab, die in den Bereichen Gesundheit, industrielle Produktion, Mobilität sowie Sicherheits- und Raumfahrtanwendungen eingesetzt werden. Während Ihres Studiums haben Sie die Gelegenheit, praktische Erfahrungen zu sammeln und aktiv an der Umsetzung spannender Ideen im Team mitzuwirken. Sie unterstützen uns bei der Bearbeitung von wissenschaftlichen Projekten und können dabei Ihr theoretisches Wissen in die Praxis umsetzen und erweitern. Entdecken Sie mit uns neue…

🇩🇪 Duisburg

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Group Leader Semiconductor Integration Technologies

Civil Engineer for Energy Modernization & Clean Room Projects

Microtechnologist/Operator - Semiconductor Manufacturing

Theses in the Field: Efficient, Adaptive and Decentralized AI

Equipment Engineer in Semiconductor Manufacturing

Master's Thesis on the Topic: Development of Multimodal AI Models for Cognitive Distraction Detection

Master's Theses in the Field of Generative AI

Thesis in the Field of Wireless Sensors and Systems

Bachelor Thesis in the Field of: Bionanosensors

Test Engineer Silicon Photonics

Thesis in the Field of: Infrared Sensing

Student Assistant for Market Research and Trend Analysis in the Field of Quantum Technology

Scientific Researcher (Post-Doc) - Photonic Circuits and Systems for Biosensors

Studentische Hilfskräfte Initiativbewerbungen 2026