PhD Position in MSCA-DN MENTOR Project: The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network offers a prestigious PhD position focused on establishing equivalent ISOS protocols for Indoor Photovoltaics (PVs) employing Pb-free Perovskite Solar Cells. This research project is associated with the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2) in Barcelona, Spain, and aims to push the boundaries of solar technology for indoor applications.
PhD Position in the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network (MSCA-DN) MENTOR Project
Designation
PhD Researcher – Indoor PVs with Pb-free Perovskite Solar Cells
Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Pb-free Halide Perovskite Solar Cells |
| Location | ICN2, Barcelona, Spain |
| Eligibility | – Master’s degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, nanotechnology, electronics or related disciplines. – No previous PhD awarded. – Must not have resided in Spain for more than 12 months in the last 3 years. |
| Salary | Approx. €33,376.18 (including living and mobility allowance); €37,836.31 with family allowance. |
| Application Deadline | January 2025 |
Research Area
The research project focuses on the fabrication, characterization and development of stability protocols for Pb-free Halide Perovskite Solar Cells for Indoor Applications. Specific objectives include developing protocols for indoor stability, studying light sources relevant to indoor PVs, and examining performance under constant illumination.
Location
Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2), Barcelona, Spain.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Educational Background: Master’s degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, nanotechnology, electronics, or a closely related discipline.
- Experience: Familiarity with thin film or solar cell fabrication by solution processing methods is preferred.
- Language Skills: High proficiency in English (both written and spoken).
- Personal Qualities: Highly motivated and enthusiastic researcher with strong analytical skills, organizational skills, and time management capabilities.
Job Description
- Fabrication and Development: Fabricate and characterize Pb-free Halide Perovskite Solar Cells. Develop testing protocols for indoor stability based on industry standards.
- Research and Analysis: Conduct studies on spectral invariant light sources for indoor PV applications, examining performance characteristics such as degradation mechanisms.
- Reporting: Prepare periodic reports and scientific manuscripts. Present research outcomes at workshops and conferences.
- Collaboration: Engage in secondments at partner institutions to enhance research experience.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application via the ICN2 website, including:
- A cover letter.
- A full CV with contact details.
- Two reference letters or referee contacts.
Last Date for Apply
January 2025
This scholarship is funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions, grant agreement 101169056 – MENTOR. ICN2 is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
