Head of Research Unit - Magnetic Microsystem Technologies
SAL - Silicon Austria Labs
Villach, Austria
We seek a well-connected scientist with a strong background in applied research focused on magnetic microsystems, micromagnetic systems, magnetic sensors, magnetic RF components, and their diverse applications. Expertise in industrial applications and hands-on experience with Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 1–6 are essential for this role.
Your Leadership responsibilities
- Lead and develop the MMT Research Unit: Manage and grow the MMT unit (10-15 researchers) within the Microsystem division;
- Personnel leadership: Oversee personnel management, provide supervision and mentorship fostering a collaborative, productive, and inspiring environment;
- Strategic representation and networking: Represent the unit internally and build external partnerships with academia and industry to enhance visibility and impact;
- Project acquisition and corporate responsibility: Drive project acquisition with international partners, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and financial sustainability;
- Research program and portfolio development: Shape the unit’s research strategy and create a balanced project portfolio in coordination with the Head of Research Division Microsytem Technologies.
Your Scientific responsibilities
- Drive research excellence: Elevate the unit to a world-class level in magnetic microsystem research, achieving significant economic and societal impact;
- Strategic leadership: Coordinate and orient the unit’s research directions, plan necessary investments, oversee their acquisition;
- Project development and management: Initiate, set up, and manage cooperative and funded (FFG, EU, …) research projects with academic and industry partners;
- Collaborative engagement: Maintain close collaboration with project partners and provide technical guidance to project managers;
- Dissemination of research: Coordinate the units research output. Publish in scientific journals and present at conferences, summits, and key events to boost visibility and impact.
Your profile
- A distinguished post-doctoral record of at least 15 years in research, innovation and leadership in the field of magnetics, magnetic microsystems, spintronic devices, magnetic sensors, magnetic RF components, or related;
- Strong understanding of microfabrication technologies of magnet thin films, MEMS, and magnetic microsystems, of magnetic simulation methodologies, and of experimental design and testing;
- Strong scientific track record in the relevant areas evidenced by peer-reviewed journal publications and invited talks at international conferences;
- Broad and strong industrial and academic network proven by joint collaborations, projects, and publications;
- In depth knowledge of ongoing research trends, the worldwide market and the European industrial ecosystem of magnetic microsystems and their applications;
- Demonstrated ability to lead funding acquisition, ideally beyond purely academic research programs, and to collaborate with the industry;
- Minimum 10 years of experience in project management of large international R&D projects with multiple partners;
- Proven record of at least 5 years team leading experience in industry and research;
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
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