Head of Thin Film Processing – DTU Nanolab

About the opportunity

DTU Nanolab is seeking a Head of Thin Film Processing to lead a team of highly experienced process specialists and advance state-of-the-art nanofabrication technologies. Operating at the intersection of academia and industry, the Head of Thin Film Processing is overall responsible for processes and equipment related to plasma etch and material deposition, including ICP, RIE, PECVD, LPCVD, PVD, ALD, and in-line characterization tools. The role involves advising academic and industrial users, identifying equipment procurement needs, setting material cross-contamination rules, and driving DTU Nanolab’s collaboration across Nordic and EU research initiatives such as EuroNanoLab, Nordic Nanolab Network, and EU Chips Joint Undertaking.

Salary and benefits

• Full-time academic position at DTU Nanolab.
• Salary and appointment terms based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC).
• Negotiable salary supplements in accordance with DTU's salary structure for academic staff in technical-administrative positions (AC TAP).
• Leadership role with significant influence in shaping the future of nanotechnology.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment at DTU Lyngby Campus.

Who can apply?

• Master of Science degree and Ph.D. degree in a relevant field such as Micro/Nanofabrication, Physics, Microelectronics, or similar.
• At least 10 years of experience within cleanroom fabrication related to etch and deposition of various materials.
• Broad knowledge of nanofabrication methods (UV/DUV/e-beam lithography, wet chemical etching, dry etching, thin film deposition, process characterization, backend, and wafer-level packaging).
• In-depth knowledge of plasma processes (ICP, RIE, PECVD, LPCVD, PEALD, sputter) and non-plasma processes (anneal, oxidation, diffusion doping, RTP, ALD, thermal/e-beam PVD).
• Several years of experience with process development, process yield, and process windows.
• Proven leadership experience managing highly skilled technical staff.
• Deep understanding of common semiconductor materials and the micro- and nanofabrication industry requirements.
• Fluency in spoken and written English; knowledge of or ambition to learn Danish is preferred.
• Ability to meet physical and mental safety requirements, including working with hazardous chemicals, standing for extended periods, wearing protective equipment, and handling emergency situations.

Required documents

• Motivated application letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Exam certificates

When to apply

• Application deadline: September 20, 2026, at 23:59 Danish time.
• Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

How to apply

• Click the 'Apply Now' button on the official job portal.
• Fill out the online application form.
• Attach your motivated application, CV, and exam certificates before submitting.

Additional information

• The workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus, located approximately 10 km north of Copenhagen, Denmark.
• The Head of Thin Film Processing reports directly to the Director of DTU Nanolab.
• Because DTU conducts research in critical technology subject to security and export control rules, open-source background checks may be performed on qualified candidates.
• For additional information, contact Jörg Hübner, Director, at jhub@dtu.dk or +45 2278 5157.