PhD student in Physics (Solar Cells)

In the framework of an FNR funded project we will investigate the fundamental limitations of chalcopyrite thin film solar cells in order to improve their efficiency. Thin film solar cells provide the electricity source with the lowest greenhouse gas emissions. 

Your Role...

The PhD student will be a member of the Department of Physics and Materials Science within the Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine at the University of Luxembourg. She or he will perform research under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Siebentritt.

Activities

• Preparation by co-evaporation of chalcopyrite films and solar cells
• Photoluminescence and solar cell characterisation
• Data analysis and modelling
• Publications in international journals and conferences
• Thesis writing

What we expect from you…

• Master in Physics (or equivalent) with very good grades
• Good background in solid state physics, preferably in solar cells, semiconductors
• Self-motivated, committed, and curious
• Creative and able to think independently
• Excellent command of English

Offer...

• Exciting topic in solar energy
• Friendly international team
• Modern, well-equipped laboratory
• Committed supervisor

In Short...

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 36 Month (extendable up to 48 months if required)
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Employee and student status
• Foreseen start date: March 2023
• Location: Belval
• Job Reference: UOL05455

The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 38028 (full time)

How to apply...

Candidates should submit the following documents in English (incomplete dossiers will not be considered):

• Motivation letter
• Curriculum vitae, incl. publication list
• Copies of diplomas, including grade reports and transcript of courses taken (simple copies and translations are fine)

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

In return you will get…

• Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the “University of the Greater Region” (UniGR). 
• A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure.
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …
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Further information...

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. The University was founded in 2003 and counts more than 6,700 students and more than 2,000 employees from around the world. The University’s faculties and interdisciplinary centres focus on research in the areas of Computer Science and ICT Security, Materials Science, European and International Law, Finance and Financial Innovation, Education, Contemporary and Digital History. In addition, the University focuses on cross-disciplinary research in the areas of Data Modelling and Simulation as well as Health and System Biomedicine. Times Higher Education ranks the University of Luxembourg #3 worldwide for its “international outlook,” #20 in the Young University Ranking 2021 and among the top 250 universities worldwide.

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine. Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens, in order to better understand, explain and advance society and environment we live in.