R&D Team Leader Pathfinding Integration

Organisation/Company IMEC Research Field Engineering » Electrical engineering Engineering » Other Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Recognised Researcher (R2) Established Researcher (R3) Leading Researcher (R4) Other Profession Positions Other Positions Final date to receive applications 26 Apr 2026 - 15:54 (Europe/Brussels) Country Belgium Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Within the Connectivity Pathfinding (COP) department in imec, we are seeking a skilled and ambitious professional to lead one of the pathfinding integration teams composed of senior and junior engineers.

What you will do

The teamis responsible forthetranslation ofearly‑stage device and system concepts intofeasibleintegration flows, working closely with device,process development, design, and characterizationteamsacrossimec. Together with the team, your mission is to enable innovative integration solutions in silicon photonics, advanced RF technologies,heterogenous integration of novelmaterialsand exploratory technology demonstrators. Youwill guideyour team through complex technical challenges,ensuring high technical quality and alignment with imec technology roadmaps.

• Youprovidetechnical guidance to the teamtoovercometechnical and operational bottlenecks and ensure seamless collaboration with therelevantstakeholders.
• You assign team members to tasks requested by project/program managersconsideringscope,complexityandcompetencies.
• You oversee the projectscarried out by the team,followprogress,identify risks early, and adjust where needed.
• You implement andmonitorthe HR processes in the team(e.g., setting goals, coaching,evaluation).
• You createa strong team atmosphere and foster opportunities for knowledge sharing and cross‑learning.
• You interact closely with your peers, internal and external (project and program managers), and withother groupsacross imec.
• You communicate statusand issues to your peers, internal customers, and the leadership team at imec.
• You will represent
  
  COP pathfinding integration in customer interactions, technical reviews, and selected external collaborations relevant to your field of competence.
• You have obtained aMaster’sdegree (or PhD, preferred) in electrical engineering, photonics, applied physics, material science, or a related field.
• You have strong background/experience in semiconductorprocessingandintegration (7+ years preferred); experience in silicon photonics and/or RF integration is a significant advantage.
• You enjoy leading a team with strong technical knowledge, clear goals, and structured work planning.
• You are a communicative people manager, able to motivate your team to reach challenging milestones in a fastmoving R&D environment.
• You have excellent communication and reporting skillsto interface withinnal and external stakeholders.
• You have strong organizational skills and show the flexibility toswitchbetweenmultipleprojects according to changing priorities.
• Prior experience in coordinating efforts across multidisciplinary teams is a strong plus.
• You like takinginitiative,you are persuasive and assertive, whilemaintaininga collaborative andconstructive attitude.
• You show proven problem-solving skills and have a pro‑active attitude.
• Given the international character of imec, a fluent knowledge of English is necessary.

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

What we do for you

We offer you the opportunity to join one of the world’s premier research centers in nanotechnology at its headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. With your talent, passion and expertise, you’ll become part of a team that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will determine the society of tomorrow.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and proud of our open, multicultural, and informal working environment with ample possibilities to take initiative and show responsibility. We commit to supporting and guiding you in this process; not only with words but also with tangible actions. Through imec.academy, 'our corporate university', we actively invest in your development to further your technical and personal growth.

We are aware that your valuable contribution makes imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are therefore appreciated by means of a market appropriate salary with many fringe benefits.