R&D Scientist
Eindhoven
Full time (40 hours per week)
Medior (3 to 10 years)

About this job
We are currently looking for an R&D Scientist to join the team in Eindhoven.
Integrated photonics is transforming industries by enabling advancements in communication, healthcare, energy efficiency, and data security. A leading research and development initiative is driving innovation in this field, bridging the gap between fundamental research and real-world applications.
With access to state-of-the-art facilities and world-class technology platforms, this initiative fosters collaboration between academia and industry. The focus is on developing next-generation photonic chip technologies, accelerating their adoption, and creating solutions for high-impact applications.
This role offers an exciting the opportunity to be at the forefront of integrated photonics research and development. It involves working closely with industry leaders in the high-tech sector while contributing to cutting-edge advancements in photonic-electronic integration.
Job details
R&D Scientist

Main responsibilities
- Design, develop, and validate optical and electronic interconnect and assembly processes for next-generation photonic devices and systems.
- Support the selection and implementation of commercial chip assembly equipment.
- Contribute to the development of high-speed (>10,000 UPH) and high-accuracy assembly processes.
- Collaborate with international customers and research partners, sharing expertise and driving key project developments.
Requirements
- PhD in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, materials science, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, with a focus on advanced chip packaging and high-precision chip assembly.
- Proven expertise in designing and fabricating optical and electronic interconnects.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with international partners.
This position is ideal
for individuals passionate about translating cutting-edge research into
practical applications within integrated photonics.
Are you enthusiastic about becoming our new R&D Scientist?
Apply via our application form, or send your CV and motivational letter
directly to recruitment@stcorp.nl.
Our story
At S[&]T we contribute to a safer life on earth by translating space data into valuable and actionable insights. We oversee data from instruments to application, and apply our expertise within our software frameworks, information products and consultancy.
Our society relies on space and scientific instruments for climate change monitoring, navigation, defence and national security, and other crucial services we all use in our daily lives. These instruments produce an enormous quantity of complex data, and our goal is to unlock its value.
We have more than 20 years of experience working on instrument calibration, the creation of data quality monitoring tools, the development of real-time data processing frameworks, and the development of application-specific algorithms. With this, we help organisations, governments and industries to strengthen their information position and thereby improve their decision making. We focus on the following domains: Space & Science, Defence & Security, Environment & Sustainability, and High-Tech Consulting.
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How to apply
Would you like to hear more? Send your CV and
motivational letter to
recruitment@stcorp.nl
or
apply directly
through our website.
Kindly note that acquisition from third parties (e.g.
agencies) based on this vacancy is not welcome.