17 English-speaking jobs in Jena

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KLA, a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing technology, seeks a Local IT Site Lead to support the Jena location.

Customer Support Engineer needed for a fixed-term 2-year position. ZEISS provides semiconductor manufacturing technology for smaller, more powerful, and energy-efficient microchips.

The Senckenberg Society for Nature Research seeks a Postdoc to develop AI-driven methods for collection-based research. The position focuses on foundation models, few- and zero-shot methods, and domain generalization for image and data analysis of collection data. The successful candidate will contribute to team projects, establish own research, and publish findings in relevant journals.

Head of Global Commercial Controlling needed to lead and manage the global commercial controlling function.

Doctoral Researcher in Molecular Microbiology sought to purify, characterize, and modify bacteriophages of Klebsiella pneumoniae. Responsibilities include research in bacterial and phage genetics, participation in the Collaborative Research Centre VirusREvolution, and publication of research findings.

Senior Researcher will perform research and development in smart display, projection, imaging, and laser optics systems, focusing on integrating liquid crystals or diffractive optical elements.

Research Associate in Theoretical Chemistry / Computational Materials Modelling sought for a part-time, fixed-term position (3 years) at Friedrich Schiller University Jena. The successful candidate will conduct quantum-chemical calculations related to ammonia synthesis and solid proton conductors, characterize structures, and elucidate proton transport.

PhD Position in Biomimetic Hybrid Materials at the Friedrich Schiller University Jena. The position is part of a DFG research project focused on developing mineralising hydrogel and scaffold systems for bone replacement materials. Responsibilities include developing and characterizing chitin- and chitosan-based hydrogels, investigating biomimetic mineralization processes, and conducting cell biology studies.

PhD student (m/f/d) in extinction risk modelling commencing on 15 September 2026 or at the earliest opportunity thereafter. The position is part of the research group “Biodiversity in the Anthropocene (BinA)” and the project “ExChange: Assessing species extinction risk from climate change in the past, present, and future”.

Experienced barbers sought for full-time, permanent positions in Nordic partner salons. Offer includes competitive salaries starting at 3,000 EUR per month gross, flight ticket coverage, and relocation support. Responsibilities include hair and beard cuts, client service, product sales, and salon upkeep. Minimum 1 year of experience or certification required, intermediate English proficiency, and a European passport.

Application Specialist/Researcher will track microscopy trends, identify customer needs, design novel microscopy approaches, and conduct application measurements.

Internship in electronic hardware design for digital visualization solutions. Develop hardware using displays, cameras, SoCs, and ASICs. Prototype, assemble hardware, and validate concepts.

Innovation Engineer will conduct technology scouting, assess innovation potential, develop prototypes, and collaborate with internal and external teams. Requires a degree in a relevant field, experience in optical system development, and knowledge of optical design and experimental setup.

Develops and implements long-term strategic vision for microscopy business in Life Sciences and Pharma. Guides strategy, manages implementation, and leads strategic projects.

Expert Researcher will perform research and design work in mobile phone imaging lenses and optical architectures. Responsibilities include full design cycle of optical systems, analysis of designs, integration of optical development infrastructure, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Huawei's Kepler Research Center in Jena seeks a research intern to develop deep-learning based algorithms for optical field manipulation, focusing on LCoS spatial light modulator systems.