Postdoc in Luminescent Materials: The Department of Physics at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) is inviting applications for a 2-year postdoctoral position focused on Monte Carlo simulation models for luminescent materials. This project is part of the European Research Council (ERC) advanced grant LUMIN and aims to advance understanding in charge transport phenomena within luminescent materials.
Postdoc in Monte-Carlo Charge Transport Modelling for Luminescent Materials
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
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| Job Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Luminescence Physics and Technologies (LUMPHYS) |
| Location | Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in Physics, Geophysics, Materials Science, Computation, Engineering, or related fields |
| Job Duration | 2 years |
| Start Date | 1 May 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter |
Research Area
The project straddles the fields of physics and Earth system science, focusing on the mechanisms of charge transport, especially in relation to Optically Stimulated Luminescence (OSL) phenomena.
Location
Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD degree (or equivalent) in Physics, Geophysics, Materials Science, Computation, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Strong background in scientific software development and computational modeling.
- Proven track record of publishing in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
- Excellent communication and academic writing skills in English.
Job Description
The postdoctoral researcher will:
- Develop a universal simulation framework for charge carrier dynamics in luminescent materials.
- Implement user-defined lattice structures for discrete electron- and hole-trapping sites based on defect distributions.
- Incorporate charge transport mechanisms and use machine learning techniques to optimize model performance.
- Validate the model with experimental data and lead publications in high-impact scientific journals.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications online by preparing a single PDF file that includes the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
- List of publications
To apply, please visit the DTU career site and follow the online application procedures.
Last Date for Apply
30 March 2025 (23:59 Danish time)
For further information, please contact Professor Mayank Jain at maja@dtu.dk or +45 4677 4909.
