PostDoc: Ab initio modelling of photoinduced doping in hBN (M/F)

CNRS; France; Sur place; EUR 35 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading research institution in France is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work on the ANR BIRD project focusing on photoconductivity in hexagonal boron nitride. Candidates should hold a PhD in physics, chemistry, or materials science, and possess skills in theoretical modeling. The role requires strong teamwork abilities and autonomy, with opportunities to publish and attend international conferences.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold a PhD in physics, chemistry, or materials science.
• Skills in theoretical modeling (ab initio, DF(P)T, GW) appreciated.
• Strong teamwork abilities and high degree of autonomy required.

Responsabilités

• Conduct ab initio modeling for photoconductivity in hBN.
• Prepare scientific publications and participate in group activities.
• Attend international conferences and contribute to project discussions.

Connaissances

Theoretical modeling

Ab initio methods

Teamwork

Autonomy

Formation

PhD in physics, chemistry, or materials science

Outils

Quantum ESPRESSO

EPW

YAMBO

VASP

Description du poste

Organisation/Company CNRS Department Laboratoire de physique de l'ENS Research Field Physics » Condensed matter properties Physics » Solid state physics Physics » Surface physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Country France Application Deadline 11 Dec 2025 - 23:59 (UTC) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 1 Feb 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The project is part of the ANR BIRD – Photoinduced Doping in Hexagonal Boron Nitride for Deep UVC Applications.
The postdoctoral researcher will work on ab initio modeling to understand, at the atomic scale, the origin of the persistent photoconductivity observed in hBN, and to design or guide the growth of the material in order to maximize this photo-induced doping effect.

The postdoctoral researcher will carry out ab initio calculations using Quantum ESPRESSO/ EPW,/YAMBO/VASP on hBN supercells containing various defects, in order to evaluate their formation energies, electron–phonon couplings, and optical properties, and to identify those responsible for persistent photoconductivity, in close connection with UVC spectral characterization made by the partners of the project.
The researcher will prepare scientific publications, participate in group activities (seminars, working groups, etc.), and attend international conferences.

The work will be carried out in Paris, at the Laboratoire de Physique de l'École Normale Supérieure (LPENS), a joint research unit of École Normale Supérieure, CNRS, Sorbonne Université, and Université Paris Cité.
The project is part of the ANR BIRD – Photoinduced Doping in Hexagonal Boron Nitride for Deep UVC Applications (ANR-24-CE08-3820)

The candidate must hold a PhD in physics, chemistry, or materials science.
Skills in theoretical modeling (ab initio, DF(P)T, GW) will be appreciated.
The candidate will work in a collaborative environment and should demonstrate strong teamwork abilities as well as a high degree of autonomy.