PhD Position (f/m/d) part time 75%
Vapor Phase Deposition Processes for Perovskite Photovoltaics
The position will be embedded in the Taskforce Perovskite Photovoltaics at KIT, which combines the expertise and equipment of several research groups at KIT. For the fabrication and prototyping of vapor-phase deposited perovskite solar cells, a broad fabrication and characterization platform will be accessible via the involved institutes, the Light Technology Institute (LTI) and the Institute of Microstructure Technology (IMT). The position is within the research group Vapor Deposition Processes for Perovskite Semiconductors of Dr. Paul Fassl within the Next Generation Photovoltaics division of Prof. Dr. Ulrich W. Paetzold.
Organizational unit
Light Technology Institute (LTI)
Job description
The rise of perovskite thin-film solar cells in recent years has opened up an exciting route to advance the power conversion efficiency of established photovoltaic technologies. For the first time, a wide bandgap thin-film PV technology is available at low cost that can be combined with established low bandgap semiconductors, such as crystalline Si, CIGS thin-films or organic solar cells in a multijunction tandem device with the potential of surpassing efficiencies of established technologies. However, key scientific and technological challenges need to be overcome to harvest this potential. At KIT, we engage in this worldwide endeavour and research the fundamentals, novel materials and processes for perovskite photovoltaics.
This PhD position will be part of our endeavour to develop industrially relevant vapor phase deposition processes for perovskite-based photovoltaics.
The focus of your work will be on the following tasks:
- Development and optimization of various vapor deposition processes, including co-evaporation, sequential evaporation and close-space sublimation, for both perovskite absorbers and suitable passivation materials.
- Detailed investigation of the optoelectronic and microstructural properties of perovskite absorber layers with various bandgaps processed with these methods.
- Development of industrially relevant high-rate processes for vapor-phase deposited perovskite top solar cells for application in perovskite-based tandem solar cells
You will publish and present your research results in scientific journals and international conferences and assist in project work and teaching. The position offers the opportunity for an in-service doctorate.
Starting date
1. June 2025
Personal qualification
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree (M.Sc.) in physics, materials science, electrical engineering, chemistry or related subjects. Knowledge in optoelectronics and in the field of semiconductor physics is required. Experience with working in international teams as well as very good English skills complete your profile.
This is what we offer
Become a member of staff of the only German University of Excellence that conducts largescale research on the national level. Work under excellent working conditions in an international environment and be active in research and academic education for our future. Benefit from specific training when starting your job and from a wide range of further qualification offers. Use our flexible working time models (flexitime, work from home), our sports and leisure offers, as well as our child and holiday care services. We also pay a share of EUR 25/month in the Job Ticket Baden-Württemberg. Enjoy a large variety of dishes, snacks, and beverages at our canteens.
Salary
Salary category 13 TV-L, depending on the fulfillment of professional and personal requirements.
Contract duration
limited for 3 years
Application up to
31.03.2025
Contact person in line-management
For further information, please contact Dr. Paul Fassl.
Application
For the application please provide the following documents:
- Motivation letter (1 page max.);
- CV;
- List of publications (if applicable);
- Transcript of records;
- M.Sc. diploma/certificate
Please apply online using the button below for this vacancy number 1081/2025.
Vacancy number: 1081/2025
We prefer to balance the number of employees (f/m/d). Therefore we kindly ask female applicants to apply for this job. Recognized severely disabled persons will be preferred if they are equally qualified.Contact
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