Postdoctoral Researcher: PV Recycling & Circularity

EPFL; Lausanne; Presencial; CHF 90.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Dynamic work environment

State-of-the-art facilities

Industrial collaboration opportunities

Interdisciplinary international team

Descripción de la vacante

EPFL’s PV-Lab in Neuchâtel seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher in photovoltaic recycling and circularity. You will advance recycling technologies for PV modules and lead collaborations with national and European partners while supervising junior researchers.

You will design experiments, assess recovery yield and environmental impact, and contribute to publications and funding proposals. The role offers engagement with industry and a multidisciplinary, international team.

Formación

• PhD in photovoltaics, materials science, polymer science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, recycling technologies, environmental engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong academic background in PV recycling, PV module materials, circular photovoltaics or end-of-life PV technologies.
• Ability to supervise students and junior researchers and coordinate with partners.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and optimize PV recycling technologies, including mechanical and separation processes.
• Investigate material recovery and circularity pathways for PV components.
• Plan and conduct experimental campaigns with rigorous documentation and safety.
• Supervise PhD and Master students and coordinate with industrial partners.
• Lead Work-Packages in European projects and manage milestones and deliverables.
• Disseminate results through publications and conferences.

Conocimientos

Publication record

Project management

English proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent planning

Educación

PhD in photovoltaics or closely related field

Descripción del empleo

EPFL’s PV-Lab in Neuchâtel seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher in photovoltaic recycling and circularity. You will advance recycling technologies for PV modules and lead collaborations with national and European partners while supervising junior researchers.

You will design experiments, assess recovery yield and environmental impact, and contribute to publications and funding proposals. The role offers engagement with industry and a multidisciplinary, international team.