PV Solar Cell Materials Scientist (Se/Cu2O)

Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC)- BarcelonaTECH; España; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC)- BarcelonaTECH seeks a researcher to develop solar cells based on elemental Se and Cu2O. You will synthesize Se and Cu2O, characterize materials and devices for indoor and semi-transparent PV applications, and explore kesterite technologies for photovoltaic use.

You will utilize SEM, XRD, XRF, JV, and EQE techniques and contribute to PV modeling. Required is a Master’s in physics, chemistry or electronic engineering, with experience in semiconductor

Qualifications

• Master's degree in physics, chemistry or electronic engineering.
• Experience with photovoltaic materials and devices is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform the synthesis of Se (and Cu2O) for solar cells.
• Develop characterization of materials and devices for indoor and semi-transparency applications.
• Work on elemental Se or kesterite technologies for PV applications.
• Apply material and device characterization techniques (SEM, XRD, XRF, illuminated JV, EQE).
• Conduct photovoltaic simulation and modeling of devices and materials.

Skills

Materials synthesis

Thin film deposition

Device fabrication

Characterization

Semiconductor devices

Education

Master's degree in physics

Job description

Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC)- BarcelonaTECH seeks a researcher to develop solar cells based on elemental Se and Cu2O. You will synthesize Se and Cu2O, characterize materials and devices for indoor and semi-transparent PV applications, and explore kesterite technologies for photovoltaic use.

You will utilize SEM, XRD, XRF, JV, and EQE techniques and contribute to PV modeling. Required is a Master’s in physics, chemistry or electronic engineering, with experience in semiconductor