PhD Research Fellow in the field of solar energy conversion

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16th May 2022
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PhD Research Fellow in the field of solar energy conversion
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A PhD position in the field of solar energy conversion (solid state physics/inorganic chemistry) is available at the Centre for Materials Science and Nanotechnology as part of the SOLARIS-Initiative .

The PhD position is of 3 years duration. If a candidate has the necessary qualifications and based on the teaching need of the Department, the candidate can apply for an additional 25 % teaching duty resulting in a total length of the fellowship of 4 years.

No one can be appointed for more than one PhD Research Fellowship period at the University of Oslo.

Starting date no later than October 1, 2022.

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We are seeking a PhD Research Fellow with a genuine interest in developing the chemistry and physics needed to optimize materials for solar energy conversion applications. The fellowship is part of the SOLARIS-Initiative, one of five world leading research communities at University of Oslo, which stimulates interdisciplinary activities and research collaborations both within the University of Oslo and on a national and international level in the field of solar energy conversion. SOLARIS is directly connected with the Centre of Materials Science and Nanotechnology (SMN) . SMN consists of five research groups that value cross disciplinary research. The centre has an excellent research infrastructure covering atomistic simulations and chemical, structural, optical and electrical characterization methods as well as device fabrication. The infrastructure includes the Micro- and Nanotechnology Laboratory (MiNaLab) with a clean room area in excess of 400 m2 , as well as a multitude of modern characterization facilities.

One aspect of the SOLARIS initiative is the discovery of materials through combinatorial materials science and the optimization of their physical properties for solar energy conversion applications. This is the background for the position. As part of the SOLARIS-Initiative you will play a key role in the team of highly talented PhD students and researchers and managed by experts within this field.

The objective of the work is to explore novel oxides as part of photovoltaic materials in tandem solar cells comprising silicon as low bandgap absorber. The initial focus will be on p- and n-type nickelates as oxide heterostructures made by atomic layer deposition (ALD) and pulsed layer deposition (PLD). The project is highly interdisciplinary involving inorganic chemistry and semiconductor physics with focus both on investigating the growth processes and how this affects the structural, optical and electrical properties of the deposited materials and their resulting structures. We aim to produce a demonstration device based on materials with optimal properties and benchmark this with respect to state-of-the-art devices.

Qualification requirements

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a strategic ambition to be among Europe’s leading communities for research, education and innovation. Candidates for these fellowships will be selected in accordance with this, and expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.

• Master’s degree or equivalent in physics, chemistry or materials science. 
• Foreign completed degree (M.Sc.-level) corresponding to a minimum of four years in the Norwegian educational system.
• Solid knowledge in solid state physics/inorganic chemistry.

Desirable qualities:  

• Experience in epitaxial thin film growth, especially by ALD and PLD, and materials characterization by, e.g., X-ray diffraction, ellipsometry, UV-VIS spectroscopy, FTIR spectroscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy, Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, current-voltage measurements (dark and illuminated) and as function of temperature.
• Experience in working in interdisciplinary laboratories combining chemistry and physics.
• Strong data analysis skills, e.g., using Python or MatLab.
• Good social, communication and collaboration skills and ability to work independently and in an interdisciplinary scientific environment.

Grade and language requirements:

The norm is as follows:

• The average grade point for courses included in the Bachelor’s degree must be C or better in the Norwegian educational system.
• The average grade point for courses included in the Master’s degree must be B or better in the Norwegian educational system.
• The Master’s thesis must have the grade B or better in the Norwegian educational system.
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English and prerably a Scandinavian language.

English requirements for applicants from outside of EU/ EEA countries and exemptions from the requirements:http://www.mn.uio.no/english/research/phd/application/application.html

The purpose of the fellowship is research training leading to the successful completion of a PhD degree. The fellowship requires admission to the PhD programme at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. The application to the PhD programme must be submitted to the department no later than two months after taking up the position. For more information see:

http://www.uio.no/english/research/phd/

http://www.mn.uio.no/english/research/phd/

We offer

• Salary NOK NOK 491 200 – 534 400 per annum depending on qualifications in a position as PhD Research fellow, (position code 1017)
• Attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement
• Vibrant international academic environment
• Career development programmes
• Oslo’s family-friendly surroundings with their rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities

How to apply

The application must include:

• Cover letter - statement of motivation and research interests, which is directly responding to the requirements and desired qualifications in this announcement.
• CV (summarizing education, positions and academic work - scientific publications). 
• Copies of the original Bachelor and Master’s degree diploma, transcripts of records and up to One letter of recommendation from a direct supervisor/mentor.
• Documentation of English proficiency, if required. See Grade and language requirements.
• List of publications and academic work that the applicant wishes to be considered by the evaluation committee.
• Names and contact details of 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, email and telephone number). 
• Applicants who are interested in an additional 25 % teaching duty, need to add to their application a description of their motivation for teaching.

The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system (please follow the link “Apply for this job”). Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University's grading system. Please note that all documents should be in English or a Scandinavian language.

Applicants may be called in for an interview.

Formal regulations

Please see the guidelines and regulations for appointments to Research Fellowships at the University of Oslo.

According to the Norwegian Freedom of Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

The University of Oslo has an agreement for all employees, aiming to secure rights to research results etc.

The University of Oslo aims to achieve a balanced gender composition in the workforce and to recruit people with ethnic minority backgrounds.

Contact information

For further information please contact: Holger von Wenckstern e-mail: [email protected]

For questions regarding the recruitment system, please contact HR Adviser Elin Thoresen, e-mail: [email protected]

About the University of Oslo 

The University of Oslo is Norway’s oldest and highest rated institution of research and education with 28 000 students and 7000 employees. Its broad range of academic disciplines and internationally esteemed research communities make UiO an important contributor to society. 

 

Centre for Materials Science and Nanotechnology (SMN) is an interdisciplinary focus field for material and energy research at the University of Oslo. SMN has focused on basic research in renewable energy and environmentally friendly use of fossil energy sources. The center consists of research groups from the Department of Physics (Fi) and Chemistry (Ki), has about 100 employees from around the world and manages more than 80 projects funded by the EU, the RCN and others.

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16th May 2022

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University of Oslo

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