Offer Description
Work group: Structure and Dynamics of Energy Materials
Area of research: PHD Thesis
Job description:
Reference No. SE 2026/13
The Department Structure and Dynamics of Energy Materials is looking for
PhD Student (f/m/d) Semiconductor Materials for Photovoltaics
Your Tasks
- Synthesis of novel compound semiconductors for photovoltaic applications (emerging chalcogenides, chalcogenide perovskites, and hybrid halide perovskites)
- Structural and optoelectronic characterization of compound semiconductors
- Derivation of structure–property–function relationships
- Preparation of scientific publications
- Presentation of research results at scientific conferences and workshops
Your Profile
- Master's degree in physics, chemsitry, materials science or geosciences
- Sound knowledge of crystallography
- Experience with diffraction methods (X-ray diffraction) and data analysis
- Extensive experience in the planning, execution, and analysis of complex experiments
- Excellent communication skills
- German skills at C1 level and English skills at B2 level
- High motivation for research work and teamwork
Further Information
Mrs. Prof. Dr. Susan Schorr
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