Postdoc in inorganic synthesis of materials for tandem solar cells - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

The employment as post-doc will be focussed on inorganic synthesis of novel materials as well as modification of materials interfaces with subsequent characterization and application in tandem solar cells. The work both be independent and in a research team. The research will be performed in an active multia-disciplinary scientific environment involving several research group at primarily KTH but also other universities.

What we offer

• International workplace.
• A leading technical university that creates knowledge and expertise for a sustainable future.
• Here you get colleagues with high ambitions in an open, curious and dynamic environment.
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree in inorganic synthesis or a closely related subject, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline. Previously proven experience from work with inorganic materials applied in electronic, electrochemical or solar cell devices will be of merit.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competence and suitability.

Preferred qualifications

• Scientific skills
• Independence
• Cooperation skills

Trade union representatives

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Application

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Instructions: Feel free to insert the items below so that you receive the documentation you need for the selection process. The application must include:

1. CV including previous scientific publications, relevant professional experience and knowledge.

2. Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.

3. Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages.                        

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

Fixed term employment/temporary contract for at the most two years, starting date according to agreement.

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

Others

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