Postdoc in Solar Cells – DTU: The Technical University of Denmark (DTU) Nanolab invites applications for a Postdoctoral position focused on developing a new class of inorganic semiconductors for solar cells and optoelectronics. The position is supported by the ERC Starting Grant “IDOL,” and the successful candidate will play a key role in crafting thin-film materials using cutting-edge vacuum-based techniques. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a hybrid experimental/computational team and contribute to the Future of Light.
Designation: Postdoc in Thin-Film Multi-Anion Materials Discovery for Solar Cells – DTU Nanolab
Research Area: Thin-Film Multi-Anion Materials for Solar Cells
Location: Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD degree in a relevant field
- Substantial experience with vacuum-based thin-film deposition of semiconductor materials
- Experience with characterization techniques for thin-film materials, focusing on optoelectronic properties
- Coding experience, preferably in Python, and familiarity with public materials databases
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team
- High-quality peer-reviewed publications as lead author
Job Description:
Postdoc in Thin-Film Multi-Anion Materials Discovery for Solar Cells – DTU Nanolab
The Postdoc will work within the ERC Starting Grant “IDOL” team, led by Assistant Prof. Andrea Crovetto and Senior Researcher Eugen Stamate. Responsibilities include synthesizing and characterizing new thin-film metal phosphosulfide semiconductors, focusing on optoelectronic properties. The candidate will collaborate with PhD students, postdocs, and external partners, contributing to the development of a new class of inorganic semiconductors. Key tasks include thin-film synthesizability determination, characterization using various techniques, scripting for data analysis, device fabrication, and supervision of student projects.
Responsibilities and Qualifications:
- Determine thin-film synthesizability of novel metal phosphosulfide materials
- Characterize thin-film combinatorial libraries using various techniques
- Write scripts for data analysis and interface with databases
- Fabricate devices and measure performance
- Supervise student projects and contribute to teaching solar cell courses
- Exchange ideas and data with team members, including computational scientists
We Offer:
- A rewarding and challenging job in an international environment
- Academic excellence at DTU, a leading technical university
- A full-time position with a 2-year employment period
- Salary based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
Salary and Terms of Employment: The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment is 2 years, with a tentative starting date of 1 April 2024.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a complete online application by 18 January 2024 (23:59 Danish time). The application must be in English, contained in one PDF file, and include a cover letter, CV, academic diplomas, list of publications, and contact details of two reference persons. Late applications will not be considered.
Further Information: For additional information, contact Assistant Professor Andrea Crovetto at ancro@dtu.dk or phone +45 8191 5317. Learn more about DTU Nanolab at www.nanolab.dtu.dk.
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