Postdoctoral Scholarship in Carbon Dots: The Department of Physics at Umeå University is seeking to fill a postdoctoral scholarship position focused on the design and synthesis of luminescent carbon dots for light-emitting applications. This is a two-year scholarship aimed at developing sustainable nanomaterials derived from plant-based resources.
Postdoctoral Scholarship in Carbon Dots Design and Synthesis
Designation
Postdoctoral Scholar
Job Details
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Carbon Dots Design and Synthesis for Light-Emitting Applications |
| Location | Umeå, Sweden |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a closely related field; Experience in synthesis of carbon dots and materials characterization. |
| Job Description | The candidate will design, synthesize, and characterize environmentally friendly carbon dots for use in optoelectronic applications, engaging in interdisciplinary collaborations. |
| How to Apply | Submit a complete application including a cover letter, CV, doctoral degree certificate, relevant publications, and recommendation letters through the electronic recruitment system Varbi. |
| Last Date to Apply | February 2, 2026 |
Research Area
The project aims to develop a sustainable all-plant-based artificial lighting solution for greenhouses by creating high-luminescent carbon dots to replace non-sustainable materials in light-emitting applications.
Eligibility/Qualification
- A completed PhD or equivalent in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field.
- Experience in synthesis and purification of organic semiconductors, nanoparticles, or quantum dots; experience with carbon dots is particularly valuable.
- Proficiency in materials characterization techniques such as NMR, mass spectrometry, X-ray diffraction, and electron microscopy.
- Good command of written and spoken English is essential.
- Additional skills in optoelectronic device fabrication or thin-film characterization are advantageous.
Job Description
The postdoctoral fellow will:
- Conduct research on the design, synthesis, and characterization of sustainable luminescent carbon dots.
- Collaborate with other researchers on the application of these nanomaterials in light-emitting devices.
- Generate reports summarizing research activities and progress.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application through our electronic recruitment system Varbi, including:
- A cover letter summarizing motivations and qualifications (max. two pages).
- A detailed curriculum vitae with a publication list.
- Verified copies of doctoral degree certificate and other relevant degrees.
- Copies or links to the doctoral thesis and up to three relevant articles.
- At least one signed letter of recommendation.
- Contact information for two referees.
Last Date to Apply
February 2, 2026
For further inquiries, please contact:
Jia Wang at jia.wang@umu.se or call 090-7866903.
