Doctoral student in solid-liquid ThermoElectric systems w unique properties - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Project description

Third-cycle subject: Physics - specialization materials- and nanophysics

The position is placed at the Dept. of Applied Physics. The group’s research is primarily experimental and directed towards engineering nanomaterials for energy applications. A major research topic is thermoelectric (TE) materials, which are defined as solid-state and direct energy conversion materials capable of interconverting between heat and power. Recent trends revealed that if pre-made nanostructured TE materials can be assembled to 3D structures their transport properties can be controlled by the secondary phase filling the gaps within the structure. In the present project (with the funding from Swedish Research Agency (VR)) we will focus on developing low dimensional/nanostructured TE materials, their controlled assembly into higher order structures using electrophoretic/electrochemical or other film formation methods. These films with tunable porosity will be impregnated with solid or liquid electrolytes to influence the electronic transport where the resultant hybrid materials' characteristics as well as the nano building blocks will be evaluated in detail. Energy, time and resource effective solution-based fabrication processes will be developed with the aim of scaling up the developed materials technology. In addition TE devices will be fabricated by processing the fabricated materials and develop critical packaging and contacting technologies. The project requires a broad knowledge of different nanomaterial synthesis and electrochemical controlled assembly strategies as well as advanced characterization and device fabrication skills.

What we offer

• The possibility to study in a dynamic international research environment in close cooperation with industries and advanced universities the world over.
• Life-long network through KTH's Alumni organization.
• A personal study plan to support your development within your areas of interest.
• A workplace with many employee benefits and monthly salary according to KTH's doctoral student salary agreement.
• Work and study in Stockholm, one of Europe´s fastest growing capitals, which is close to both nature and the sea.
• Help to relocate and get settled in Sweden and at KTH.

Eligibility

To be admitted to postgraduate education (Chapter 7, 39 § Swedish Higher Education Ordinance), the applicant must have basic eligibility in accordance with either of the following:

• passed a degree at advanced level,
• completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 higher education credits at advanced level, or
• in any other way acquired within or outside the country acquired essentially equivalent knowledge.

The most suitable background for this position would be Master of Science in Nanotechnology, Chemistry or Materials Science. hands on epxerience on electrochemical techniques is required where familiarity to electrophoretic deposition processes will be valued very high.   

Selection

In order to succeed as an doctoral student at KTH you need to be goal oriented and persevering in your work. In the selection of the applicants, the following will be assessed:

• ability to independently pursue his or hers work,
• ability to collaborate with others,
• have a professional approach and
• analyse and work with complex issues.

Target degree: 

Information regarding admission and employment

Only those who are or have been admitted to third-cycle studies may be employed as a doctoral student. The term of the initial contract may not exceed one year and may thereafter be extended. Doctoral students may engage in teaching, research, and administration corresponding to a maximum of 20 % of a full-time position.

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Doctoral section (Students’ union on KTH Royal Institute of Technology)

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Application

Apply for the position and admission through KTH's recruitment system. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the advertisement.

Applications must be received at the last closing date at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/entral European Summer Time).

Applications must include the following elements:

• CV including your relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Application letter with a brief description of why you want to pursue research studies, about what your academic interests are and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. (Maximum 2 pages long)
• Copy of the degree certificate(s) and transcripts of records from your previously attended university-level institutions. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents are not issued in one of these languages.
• Representative publications or technical reports. For longer documents, please provide a summary (abstract) and a web link to the full text.

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