Doctoral (PhD) position in Solid state Physics, with a focus on developing 2D semiconducting materials for optoelectronics

31 Dec 2023
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Uppsala universitet

Department

Uppsala University, Department of Materials Science and Engineering

Research Field

Chemistry
Engineering
Physics

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Sweden

Application Deadline

24 Jan 2024 – 22:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Admission to Doctoral (postgraduate) studies in the subject of Engineering Sciences with specialization in 2D quantum material
at the Division of Solid State Physics, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Uppsala University

Join us!

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering aims to be an environment for successful and valuable research and education with a focus on materials science solutions for important societal challenges. Our department is an exciting workplace with research in a broad technology-related area, from basic research to large-scale applied research, and close contacts with students through the department’s involvement in civil engineering, bachelor’s and master’s programs. Our research and teaching is conducted within seven divisions with different research focus. Read more about us here

The Division of Solid State Physics is part of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Ångström Laboratory. At the division, we do both basic and application-oriented research that is related to energy and environmental aspects as well as life science via our different research areas. Most commonly, we investigate the physical and chemical properties of nanomaterials and compounds whether it will be used as coatings for smart windows, gas sensors, photocatalytic coatings, optoelectronics, spintronics and biomagnetic applications or to create new magnetic materials for environmentally friendly energy technologies.

Project description
The study and exploration of two-dimensional (2D) semiconducting materials, such as MoSe2 and WSe2, have gained significant attention over the past few decades. Despite this interest, obtaining large-area high-quality 2D semiconducting material remains a challenge. Additionally, the physics of defects within these materials is not well understood, and effective passivation methods are yet to be established. The overall goal of this project is to develop new exfoliation and synthesis methodologies for obtaining high-quality 2D semiconducting materials for optoelectronic applications. Moreover, this project will develop methodologies to deepen the fundamental understanding of defect physics and uncover the mechanism of defect passivation using vibration and optical spectroscopies.

Duties
The main duties for a doctoral student are to devote themselves to their research studies which includes participating in the research project and third-cycle courses. The work duties can also include teaching and other departmental duties (no more than 20%).

When you are admitted to doctoral studies, you are offered employment as a doctoral student. A position as a doctoral student at Uppsala University corresponds to full-time postgraduate education for four years.

The main research tasks include developing synthesis and exfoliation methodologies of 2D semiconducting materials, material characterization, such as Raman, photoluminescence (PL), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), time-resolved optical spectroscopies, and X-ray-based spectroscopies.

To meet the entry requirements for doctoral studies, you must

• hold a Master’s (second-cycle) degree or
• have completed at least 240 credits in higher education, with at least 60 credits at Master’s level including an independent project worth at least 15 credits, or
• have acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way.

Rules governing PhD students are set out in the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5, §§ 1-7 and in Uppsala University’s rules and guidelines .

Qualification requirements
Master’s degree in chemistry, materials science, or equivalent education in adjacent areas. Basic knowledge and skills in material characterization and a completed course in quantum mechanics are requirements.

We require good oral and written proficiency in English.

Additional qualifications
Experience in low-dimensional material exfoliation, and synthesis as well as knowledge and skills in Raman spectroscopy are meritorious.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities such as the ability to independently plan and carry out work where you demonstrate good action and initiative. You have good communication skills where, through this quality, you cooperate well with others within a team. You also have a good ability to write scientific and academic text.

Instructions for application
Your application should include the following:
1) A brief personal letter where you briefly describe yourself, why you want to become a PhD student, and why you are suitable for the position
2) A CV/resume (max 2 pages)
3) Certified copies of your Master’s degree and course grades
4) Copies (or drafts thereof) of thesis work and other documents, such as publications, which you wish to invoke.
5) Names and contact details of at least two contact persons who have accepted to be references for you, with any additional letters of recommendation. It must also be stated what relationship you have had with the respective referent.

The application should be written in English. We will continuously read applications and call for interviews.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position according to the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5 § 7. Scope of employment 100 %.Starting date as soon as possibleor as agreed upon. Placement: Uppsala

For further information about the position, please contact: Zhaojun Li, Researcher, zhaojun.li@angstrom.uu.se or Tomas Edvinsson, Professor, tomas.edvinsson@angstrom.uu.se

Please submit your application by 24th January 2024, UFV-PA 2023/4907.

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Requirements

Research Field

Chemistry

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Engineering

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Physics

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Chemistry

Years of Research Experience

None

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

None

Research Field

Physics

Years of Research Experience

None

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Uppsala universitet

Country

Sweden

City

Uppsala

Geofield

Where to apply

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Contact

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Uppsala

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