Department of Materials, University of Oxford, UK

Postdoctoral Researcher in Computer Modelling of Photovoltaic Materials

A postdoctoral research position is available in the area of computer modelling of new materials for next-generation photovoltaics within the group of Professor Saiful Islam in the Department of Materials at the University of Oxford.

This position is part of a new EPSRC/UKRI-funded Programme Grant entitled “Advanced Device Concepts for Next-Generation Photovoltaics.” This collaborative project between Oxford Physics, Materials and Chemistry and Liverpool Chemistry brings together expertise in photovoltaic (PV) materials synthesis and device fabrication, advanced characterisation and materials modelling.

This position will use materials modelling techniques (DFT, molecular dynamics, machine learning) to investigate the most pressing areas of fundamental understanding which are currently lacking and need to be overcome in order for the four PV device concepts to be optimized. The modelling findings on a range of properties (structural, defect, electronic, transport, surface) will be correlated on a regular basis with parallel experimental activities, providing a closely-knit feedback loop. 

All applications must be made ONLINE using the Oxford University E-Recruitment system, no later than 12 noon on 25 September 2023.

Application details and online application link are here
https://bit.ly/45y4ELi

Applicants should have a PhD in chemistry, physics or materials science (or be close to completion). Previous experience in computational materials science and a track record of peer-reviewed publications are essential.  A background in the modelling of photovoltaic materials would be beneficial. The 36 month position is available from 23rd October 2023 or shortly thereafter.
 
Group website with research details and publications: https://www.materials.ox.ac.uk/peoplepages/islam.html
 
You will be required to upload a CV and a two-page Supporting Statement as part of your ONLINE application. 
This two-page statement should include three short sections:
(a) list of simulation codes used
(b) your top three publications
(c) previous experience in energy or PV materials modelling.
 
Please do NOT attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as these will not be considered as part of your application.
 
Interviews are scheduled to take place at the Department of Materials on 11 October 2023 and you must be available on this date, either by Teams, Zoom or in person. Please note in normal circumstances only interview travel expenses within the UK will be reimbursed.