Physics lab technician

Are you fascinated by physical experiments and want to investigate technical challenges with creative solutions in a practical way? Then bring your spirit of discovery to us – and join the Fraunhofer UMSICHT team!

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Tasks

Perform physical measurements and test series. Set up experimental equipment, prepare, perform and document measurements or experiments.

Requirements

Systematic thinking and planning, checking and controlling activities, analytical thinking, precision work, handling data, figures, technical equipment, machines and systems.

Know-how

Physics, mathematics and crafts/technology

Duration of the training

3.5 years

Training finished – what’s next?

Physics laboratory technicians work in laboratories at universities and research institutes, in mechanical and plant engineering, aerospace technology, laser technology, microtechnology and materials technology.