PhD Position in Perovskite Materials: The Faculty of Science at Leiden University is offering a fully funded PhD position for a motivated candidate in the area of experimental ultrafast spectroscopy to study the flow of electrons and vibrations on ultrafast timescales (ps to ns) in metal-halide perovskite materials. This exciting opportunity involves advanced ultrafast laser spectroscopy and offers the chance to work in a collaborative and friendly environment.
Fully Funded PhD Position in Ultrafast Broadband-THz Spectroscopy of Perovskite Materials
Designation: PhD Candidate
Research Area: Ultrafast Broadband-THz Spectroscopy of Perovskite Materials
Location: Leiden, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree in Chemistry, Physics, or a related discipline
- Strong interest in ultrafast spectroscopy, solid-state chemistry/physics
- Excellent proficiency in English, both verbally and written
- Hands-on mentality, not afraid to tackle complex experimental setups and challenges
- Comfortable working in a collaborative environment
- Initiative and creativity are highly valued
- Experience with ultrafast spectroscopy, optics, proficiency in programming (e.g., Python), and/or perovskite materials preparation is an advantage, but not essential
Job Description:
As a PhD candidate, the successful applicant will be involved in the following:
- Constructing advanced spectroscopic setups
- Gaining experience in solution-based perovskite synthesis
- Collecting and analyzing time-resolved/nonlinear spectroscopic data
- Modeling acquired data using state-of-the-art theory using Python/Matlab/etc.
- Collaborating with colleagues
- Developing ideas to address research questions
- Publishing results in peer-reviewed journals and writing a PhD thesis
- Presenting results at (inter)national conferences
- Participating in teaching activities
- Developing through additional (soft skill) courses and schools
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply by using the application button on the website here: [Apply now](insert application link).
Last Date for Apply: 13 October 2024
For further information about this position, candidates can contact Jaco Geuchies, assistant professor, at j.j.geuchies@lic.leidenuniv.nl or Ties K. Elkerbout, Management and Office Assistant, at t.k.elkerbout@lic.leidenuniv.nl. More details about the faculty of Science at Leiden University can be found at Faculty of Science. Information about working at Leiden University can be accessed here.
