Research Engineer II (Perovskite Optoelectronic Devices)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore's School of Materials Science and Engineering seeks a Research Engineer to advance perovskite optoelectronic devices, focusing on design, fabrication, and characterization for high-performance, stable devices in solar cells, photodetectors and related tech.

The role emphasizes developing novel perovskite materials and device architectures, coupling experimental work with data analysis, and mentoring junior researchers, within a collaborative, safety-conscious lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in a relevant field with hands-on lab experience.
• Experience with perovskite synthesis, thin-film processing, and device fabrication.
• Familiarity with characterization tools (XRD/SEM/AFM/UV-Vis) and data analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in research projects and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Plan, execute experiments, collect data, and report progress.
• Configure and maintain synthesis, deposition, device fabrication and characterization equipment.
• Develop novel perovskite materials and device architectures to improve performance and stability.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on research activities and deliverables.
• Mentor junior researchers and laboratory personnel in techniques and safety.
• Assist in preparation of proposals, reports, patents and publications.
• Maintain facilities, inventory, procurement, and vendor liaison.
• Communicate findings through reports, presentations and dissemination activities.
• Support IP generation and industry engagement when appropriate.

Skills

Perovskite synthesis

Thin-film device fabrication

OPTOelectronic characterization

Data analysis (Python/ MATLAB/ Origin)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science and Engineering/Physics/Chemistry/Electrical/Chemical Engineering/Nanotechnology

Master's degree optional with fewer years of experience

Tools

XRD

SEM

AFM

UV-Vis spectroscopy

Sputtering

ALD

Job description

The School of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) provides a vibrant and nurturing environment for staff and students to carry out inter-disciplinary research in key areas such as Computational Materials Science, Characterisation Materials Science, Defence Composite Materials, Functional Composite Materials, Energy, Nanomaterials, Low Dimensional Materials, Biomaterials Materials, Biological Materials, Bioinspired Materials and Sustainable Materials. For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/mse/research.

We are looking for a Research Engineer, Perovskite Optoelectronic Devices to conduct research on the design, fabrication, characterization, and optimization of next-generation halide perovskite materials and devices. The role will focus on developing high-performance perovskite-based optoelectronic technologies, investigating structure-property-performance relationships, and advancing device stability, scalability, and functionality for practical applications. The successful candidate will work on halide perovskites for a range of optoelectronic applications, including solar cells, photodetectors, and emerging smart adaptive devices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the conduct of research projects with research team members to ensure the timely completion of project deliverables.
• Programme and execute experimental plans, data collection, analysis, and reporting to achieve project objectives and milestones.
• Configure, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain advanced materials synthesis, thin-film deposition, device fabrication, and characterization equipment.
• Develop novel perovskite materials, device architectures, fabrication processes, and characterization methodologies to improve device performance, stability, and scalability.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including academic, industrial, and funding partners, on research activities, technical discussions, and project deliverables.
• Mentor junior researchers, students, and laboratory personnel in experimental techniques, data analysis, laboratory safety, and research best practices.
• Assist in the preparation of research proposals, grant applications, technical reports, patents, and scientific publications.
• Maintain laboratory facilities, equipment, consumables, and inventory, including procurement, vendor liaison, equipment servicing, and compliance with safety requirements.
• Produce high-quality technical reports, presentations, and documentation that effectively communicate research findings to project partners, management, and funding agencies.
• Present research outcomes at project meetings, conferences, workshops, and other dissemination activities.
• Support intellectual property generation, technology translation, and industry engagement efforts where appropriate.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology, or a related discipline.
• At least 4 years of relevant research, laboratory, or industrial experience in semiconductor materials (halide perovskites), thin-film technologies, optoelectronic devices, photovoltaics, or related fields.
• Candidates with a Master's degree may be considered with fewer years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience in one or more areas of perovskite materials synthesis, thin-film processing, device fabrication, micro/nanofabrication, and optoelectronic device characterization.
• Familiarity with common thin-film deposition and device fabrication techniques such as spin coating, thermal evaporation, sputtering, glovebox processing, ALD, and encapsulation is advantageous.
• Experience operating and analyzing data from characterization tools such as XRD, SEM, AFM, UV-Vis spectroscopy, photoluminescence spectroscopy, solar simulator, EQE, transient measurements, or other optoelectronic characterization systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills, with proficiency in scientific data analysis software (e.g., Origin, MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, or equivalent).
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare technical reports, research publications, presentations, and project documentation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary and multicultural research teams.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
• Meticulous, self-motivated, and detail-oriented, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of research quality and laboratory safety.
• Prior experience in halide perovskite research, solar cells, photodetectors, LEDs, or other optoelectronic devices is highly desirable.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution:

NTU A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources.

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