📍	Bochum (on-site work mainly)
🎓	Bachelor’s or master’s thesis, open for all fields
🔬	Topics: plasma measurement technologies, process development, plasma applications
⚠️	University supervision must be organized independently (we are happy to assist with this)

Who we are

House of Plasma is a spin-off from the Ruhr University Bochum specializing in plasma technology. We develop and operate plasma systems for industrial and scientific applications, ranging from measurement technology and process characterization to the development of specific applications.
We are neither a big corporation nor a traditional research institute. With us, you’ll work directly on real-world systems, with actual plasma processes, and on problems that are genuinely relevant to us. That means: scientific depth rather than breadth, hands-on experience rather than lectures.

Possible topics

We offer opportunities for thesis projects in two closely related fields depending on your background and interests:

Plasma measurement technology

• Development, implementation, or characterization of measurement methods for plasma processes
• Various diagnostic techniques (e.g., Langmuir probes, multipole resonance probes, counter-field analyzers, and more)
• Analysis and interpretation of measurement data from real plasma processes
• Comparison and validation of different measurement techniques

Plasma applications and process development

• Independent execution and characterization of plasma processes
• Development or optimization of process parameters for specific applications
• Investigation of plasma-surface interactions
• Design of experimental series and systematic evaluation of results

Topics: plasma physics, measurement technology, diagnostics, process development, Multipole Resonance Probe, Langmuir Probe, data analysis, experimental physics

What we are looking for

We are looking for students who are eager to really dive into the subject matter and not just turn in an assignment, but to truly understand and shape it.

Must haves:

→ Studying physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field
→ Interest in experimental work and physical phenomena
→ Ability to work independently and in a structured manner
→ Willingness to work on-site in Bochum – laboratory work cannot be done remotely
→ A supervisor at your university (or a serious willingness to find one)
→ Good knowledge of German and/or English

Nice to haves:

→ Basic knowledge of plasma physics or gas discharge physics
→ Experience with experimental methods and laboratory work
→ Skills in data analysis (e.g., using Python)
→ Interest in technical applications beyond pure basic research

What we offer

→ Access to real plasma systems and processes: hands-on experimentation
→ Topics with real-world relevance: your work addresses questions that are practically relevant to us and our customers
→ Close guidance from our team throughout the entire project
→ Support in finding a university advisor, particularly through contacts in the field of plasma technology in Bochum
→ Insight into a specialized company operating at the intersection of science and industry

Regarding university supervision: We know that finding a supervisor can sometimes be challenging. Please reach out to us early on. We have contacts at universities and research institutions and can help you find the right match.

Interested?

Let us know what you’re interested in and where you’re at in the process, whether you already have a mentor or are still looking for one. We’ll work together to see what’s possible.

✉  jobs@house-of-plasma.com