Postdoc: Build & Characterize Perovskite Spiking Neural Networks

BCMATERIALS – Basque Centre for Materials, Applications and Nanostructures; España; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

BCMATERIALS – Basque Centre for Materials, Applications and Nanostructures in Leioa, Spain, seeks a highly motivated researcher to advance perovskite neuron and synapse devices. The role covers substrate-patterning, thin film growth, contact deposition, and extensive characterisation to understand charge transfer at interfaces.

The candidate should hold a doctoral degree, with strong background in perovskite devices, interfacial engineering, and programming aptitude, and be proficient in English

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Electrical/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or closely related field.
• Extensive background in perovskite device fabrication and characterization.
• Experience in single crystal synthesis and thin film deposition.
• Strong interfacial engineering background and device integration experience.
• Interest in charge transfer mechanisms and instrument automation; programming aptitude beneficial.
• Proficiency in English; able to work in international/interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop perovskite neuron and synapse devices.
• Conduct extensive structural and optoelectronic characterization.
• Determine ion-mediated charge transfer processes.
• Analyze mechanisms of novel device operation.
• Integrate devices into perovskite SNNs.
• Coordinate perovskite tasks within the project work package and plan deliverables.
• Collaborate with IIT neuromorphic engineering team to align specifications.
• Engage with robotics, sensing and control partners; participate in meetings.
• Prepare manuscripts and present research at conferences.
• Maintain equipment and mentor junior researchers.

Skills

Perovskite device fabrication

Single crystal synthesis

Thin film deposition

Interfacial engineering

Programming aptitude

English proficiency

Education

Doctoral degree in Physics, Electrical or Chemical Engineering, Chemistry

Tools

Laboratory instruments (characterization)

Job description

BCMATERIALS – Basque Centre for Materials, Applications and Nanostructures in Leioa, Spain, seeks a highly motivated researcher to advance perovskite neuron and synapse devices. The role covers substrate-patterning, thin film growth, contact deposition, and extensive characterisation to understand charge transfer at interfaces.

The candidate should hold a doctoral degree, with strong background in perovskite devices, interfacial engineering, and programming aptitude, and be proficient in English