Head of Research Group: The Institute of Microstructure Technology (IMT) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead the research group “Coated and Printed Perovskite Photovoltaics”. The successful candidate will be responsible for the further development of the research group through research, project coordination, publications, and acquisition of new projects.
Designation: Head of Research Group
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Coated and Printed Perovskite Photovoltaics |
| Location | Institut für Mikrostrukturtechnik (IMT) |
| Salary | Category 14, depending on the fulfillment of professional and personal requirements |
| Starting Date | 01.02.2026 |
| Contract Duration | 2 years |
| Contact Person in Line-Management | Prof. Paetzold, Email: ulrich.paetzold@kit.edu |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- A university degree (Master’s) and a completed Ph.D. in electrical engineering, physics, chemistry, materials science, or a related field.
- Expertise in optoelectronics, semiconductor physics, photovoltaics, and fabrication of perovskite thin-film solar cells from the liquid phase.
- Project management skills.
- Experience in publishing scientific papers.
- Ability to work in a team and guide Ph.D. candidates and students.
Job Description:
- Research on scalable solution-based fabrication processes for perovskite semiconductor layers (slot-die coating, inkjet printing, screen printing).
- Coordination of contributions to national and European collaboration projects (e.g., HYPER and TIPSTAR) as well as related activities at IMT/KCOP and InnovationLab in Heidelberg.
- Publication of research results.
- Acquisition of new research projects and industry collaborations.
- Supporting activities in teaching.
- Staff management, supervision of Master’s theses, and co-supervision of Ph.D. candidates.
How to Apply:
Please apply online through the application button for vacancy number 525/2025.
Last Date to Apply: 11.01.2026
