Research Associate Electronics Development and Embedded Systems
- Employment type
- Contract
- Location
- Buchs
- Company
- OST - Ostschweizer Fachhochschule, Werdenbergstrasse 4, 9470 Buchs SG
- First posted
Research Associate Electronics Development and Embedded Systems
Do you want to not only develop electronics but also apply them in practical research projects? In the Analog Electronics and Microcontrollers AEM competence group of the Institut ESA, you will work on customized electronic solutions – from analog signal processing, sensor integration and measurement technology to embedded systems and STM32 based firmware, up to EMC-compliant PCB design. Together with industry partners, researchers and students, you will realize innovative solutions for industrial, scientific and technological applications.
To strengthen our AEM competence group, we are looking for a
Research Associate Electronics Development and Embedded Systems 100%
for the period from 1. September 2026 to 31. August 2027.
The position is initially limited to one year. An extension is possible depending on the project situation.
Research Associate Electronics Development and Embedded Systems
Your tasks
Development of analog and microcontroller-based electronic solutions – from specification through circuit design, PCB layout, firmware development and commissioning to verification.
Participation in application-oriented research and development projects with industry partners, especially in the areas of sensor technology, measurement technology, embedded systems, signal processing and EMC-compliant design.
Development and testing of prototypes, measurement setups and demonstrators.
Support in the acquisition of new projects, e.g. through technical clarifications, conceptual contributions and preparation of offers.
Participation in teaching, for example in internships, project work or the supervision of students.
Operation, maintenance and further development of the laboratory and development infrastructure.
Your qualification
Completed Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering, electronics, embedded systems, systems engineering or a comparable field of study.
Experience or great interest in at least one of the following areas: analog circuit technology, embedded software, sensor technology, measurement technology, EMC, power electronics, high-frequency electronics or medical technology.
Enjoyment of practical development – from concept to prototype to tested system.
Structured, independent and quality-conscious way of working.
Teamwork skills, strong communication skills and interest in collaborating with industry partners and students.
Very good German skills as well as good English skills in spoken and written form.
We offer
A versatile activity at the interface of applied research, industrial development and teaching.
The opportunity to contribute your own ideas into concrete electronic solutions, prototypes and research projects.
A motivated, interdisciplinary team with broad know-how in electronics, sensor technology, actuator technology and embedded systems.
Modern laboratory and development infrastructure.
Room for professional and personal development in an innovation-oriented higher education environment.
Contemporary employment conditions of the OST.
Interested?
Have we aroused your interest and do you possess the desired qualification? Then we look forward to your application via our online tool (). For technical information, Grabher, Lecturer for Electronics, is available via e-mail: write e-mail (<>)
Your benefits with us
You can find our benefits on our career page.
About the OST
The OST - Ostschweizer Fachhochschule is an intercantonal and interstate university of applied sciences with locations in Buchs, Rapperswil-Jona and . With excellent Bachelor's and Master's degree programs as well as up-to-date continuing education, we train future-oriented specialists and managers. In the field of application-oriented research and development as well as services, we are among the leading institutions nationally.
Questions about the application process
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