Physics Department University of Rome Tor Vergata - January-February 2024  Start Date

Are you interested in a Post-doc position  in theoretical/computational  condensed matter physics/materials science?

Consider to join us at the University of Rome Tor Vergata  to focus your research activity in the field of electronic structure simulations of novel semiconducting 2D/layered materials for electronic and opto-electronic applications.

Research Topic: Atom-to-device simulation of  next-generation optoelectronic devices based on novel semiconducting 2D/layered materials

Aim of the project is i) to focus on an accurate microscopic description of the electronic and opto-electronic excitations of different novel semiconducting and 2D materials  using cutting-edge  state-of-the-art theoretical and computational methods by taking advantage of large-scale codes/simulations on HPC platforms ii) to incorporate relevant aspects described at ab-initio atomistic level (from DFT to excited-states MBPT approaches)  into mesoscopic device simulation models in order to improve their accuracy and predictivity. This will be implemented by a single- or multi-step parametric multiscale approach for the definition of the necessary device level models, where suitable, or by a concurrent approach.

Activity will be developed within the “Multiscale simulation of advanced nanoelectronic and optoelectronic devices based on novel materials” Spoke 6 - Multiscale Modelling & Engineering Applications which aims to create and simulate electronic and optoelectronic devices using innovative materials and transport mechanisms. Its purpose is to propose and develop potential technological options for the Semiconductor Industry's next-generation optoelectronic, electronics, and energy harvesting applications. To achieve this objective, the project will extensively use powerful numerical tools, specifically multi-scale simulations, which span from the atomic level to device and circuit level of abstractions.

To achieve these goals, the project will utilize accurate DFT and  MBPT calculations to evaluate electronic and optical properties of the semiconducting nanostructures and novel 2D materials, extracting important material parameters, which will be exploited at the device level of abstraction in order to evaluate the main figure of merits of the devices based on  these novel materials.

Gross Salary:  around 1.600,00 €/month

1 year + 1 year renewable contract

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to apply by sending an email to [email protected] or [email protected]  or [email protected]

including the following:

- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with biographical data, educational background, title of thesis, final grade, and a list of publications and contributions to conferences.

- Contact details of at least two references who can vouch for your qualifications and capabilities.

Selection Process:

Selected candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview.

For inquiries or additional information, please contact:

Prof. Maurizia Palummo (email: [email protected]) or

Prof. Olivia Pulci (email: [email protected]) or

Prof. Matthias Auf Der Maur (email: [email protected] )