Research Assistant (Doctoral Candidate) - Perovskite Solar Cells | Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in mit Zielrichtung Promotion
Christian-Albrechts- Universität zu Kiel (CAU)
Job Summary
This role at the Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel's Institute for Materials Science offers a motivated individual the opportunity to pursue a Ph.D. while contributing to cutting-edge research in renewable energy. The successful candidate will focus on defect design and encapsulation techniques for perovskite solar cells, aiming to enhance their stability and lifespan through novel passivation and barrier film encapsulation concepts. This involves combining solution processing and gas phase deposition techniques. Beyond research, the position includes teaching responsibilities, such as supervising exercises and practicals for Bachelor's and Master's students in Materials Science. This is an attractive opportunity for someone passionate about material sciences, renewable energy, and eager to engage in independent, precise scientific inquiry within a dynamic team.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree (preferably very good) in Materials Science or Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry
Experience
- Experience in the manufacturing and characterization of perovskite photovoltaics
- Experience with advanced thin-film characterization techniques (desirable)
- Familiarity with vapor deposition techniques (desirable)
- Ability to perform theoretical modeling and simulations (desirable)
Languages
Additional
- Willingness to cooperate and participate in teaching activities (3 academic hours per week, including seminars, exercises, and practicals).
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