Postdoctoral Research Associate in Photovoltaic Materials Development

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Photovoltaic Materials development to work under the supervision of Professor Robert Hoye for a period of up to 12 months with a possibility of extension subject to funding.  The project focusses on creating the next-generation of sustainable wide-bandgap solar absorbers for tandem photovoltaics, and is funded by the US-based photovoltaics manufacturer, First Solar.

Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics or Engineering (or be close to completion) prior to taking up your appointment.  Applicants need to have expertise in materials chemistry. This included the synthesis of inorganic compounds (as thin films, nanocrystals, powders or single crystals), characterisation (structural, optical, optoelectronic, chemical), and the ability to understand and interpret computations.  You will be expected to manage your own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines, as well as managing the collaboration with First Solar.

The post will be based in the Department of Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3QR.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application.  Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage.

To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and selection criteria, please click on the link below.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday, Wednesday 7 February 2024. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.

The University of Oxford and The Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders.  Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts in Oxford.