Postdoctoral Researcher - Barcelona, España - ICN2

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Isabel García

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The mission of the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2) is to achieve the highest level of scientific and technological excellence in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.

Its research lines focus on the newly-discovered physical and chemical properties that arise from the behaviour of matter at the nanoscale.

ICN2 has been awarded with the Severo Ochoa Center of Excellence distinction for three consecutive periods and and ICN2 comprises 19 Research Groups, 7 Technical Development and Support Units and Facilities, and 2 Research Platforms, covering different areas of nanoscience and nanotechnology.


Job Title:
Postdoctoral Researcher

Research area or group:
Nanostructured Materials for Photovoltaic Energy Group


Description of Group/Project:


Main Tasks and responsibilities:


  • Synthesis of metal halide materials and its deposition of layered thin films via different methods (spincoating, spray pyrolysis, vacuum evaporation, PLD) to fabricate solar cells and photoelectrodes.
  • Design and execution of experiments to test the photocatalytic properties and/or photoelectrochemical efficiency of the assynthesized materials.
  • Characterisation of the individual materials used in the device by microscopy and spectroscopy techniques, as well as the complete solar cell devices by means of electrical and optical techniques.
  • Process and analysis of the characterisation data, keeping the research data organised.
  • Elaboration of periodic reports to keep track of the project progress.
  • Preparation of scientific manuscripts and presentations in workshops or conferences to showcase your research results to the scientific community.
  • PhD students supervision.

Requirements:

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Education:PhD degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, nanotechnology, electronics or closely related discipline

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Knowledge and professional experience:

Experience in synthesis of materials and nanoparticles via solution processing methods.

Demonstrated labwork experience and experimental skills on photocatalytic and photoelectrochemical systems and devices, such as for water splitting.

Experience in the fabrication of solar cells is optional but will be positively evaluated.

Strong self-discipline to achieve reproducible results.

Ability to work safely in the lab environment.

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Personal Competences:

We encourage a high degree of responsibility and independence, but also stimulate interaction and discussion with colleagues.

We encourage a high degree of responsibility and independence, but also stimulate interaction and discussion with colleagues.

(optional) Knowledge of Python or other programming language will be positively evaluated.

Language:
English (Advanced, written and spoken)

Knowledge of Spanish or Catalan would be beneficial but not necessary.

High level of motivation and availability to travel abroad to pursue international collaborations


Summary of conditions:


  • Full time work (37,5h/week)
  • Contract Length: Temporary
  • Location: Bellaterra (Barcelona)
  • Salary will depend on qualifications and demonstrated experience.
  • Support to the relocation issues.
  • Life Insurance.

Estimated Incorporation date:
as soon as possible


How to apply:


  • A cover letter.
  • A full CV including contact details.
  • 2 Reference letters or referee contacts.

Equal opportunities:

ICN2 is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion of people with disabilities.


ICN2 is following the procedure for contract of people with disabilities according with article 59 of the Royal Decree 1/2015, of 30 of October.


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