The III-Materials and Devices, and Photonics Theory Groups at Tyndall National Institute in Cork, Ireland, have recently attracted major funding to understand and develop semiconductor optoelectronic devices using III-nitride semiconductors with boron containing alloys.  This work requires detailed theoretical and experimental understanding of the fundamental properties of the material and their consequences for optoelectronic devices. 

As part of this award, Tyndall and University College Cork are inviting now applications for a postdoctoral researcher focusing on the theory of boron III-N alloys and heterostructures. The researcher will initially carry out density functional theory based calculations, which will then form the basis for developing semi-empirical electronic structure (e.g. tight-binding or k.p) and carrier transport (e.g. modified drift-diffusion) models. The theoretical studies will go hand in hand with the experimental investigations carried out in the project to ensure the overall success of the project. Both groups are well-established with significant teams, and who interact with others as part of a vibrant multi-investigator activity covering infrared to ultraviolet optoelectronic devices.

Key Responsibilities and research objectives

• Density functional theory based calculations for boron containing nitride alloys.
• Development of empirical atomistic and modified continuum-based models for boron containing nitride alloys and heterostructures.
• Close collaboration with the experimental partners on the project to ensure overall success.
• Disseminate the outcomes of the research to the group, including peer‐reviewed academic publications and presentations at Tyndall and at conferences of international standing.
• Technical support and supervision of other group members, including PhD students.
• Contribute to the strategic planning
• Support education and public engagement activities
• Carry out any additional duties as may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post.

Essential Criteria

• The successful candidate must have a PhD in physical sciences, applied maths, electrical engineering, or a related field or have demonstrated equivalent experience.
• Previous research in electronic structure theory, especially density functional theory, as evidenced by publications.
• Strong communications, interpersonal and team working skills.
• Excellent technical report writing skills.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in semi-empirical electronic structure models such as tight-binding, k.p or transport simulations (NEGF or drift-diffusion).
• Previous research in III-N materials as evidenced by publications.
• Experience in working in research projects including multiple academic (both experiment and theory) and industry partners.

Further information about the post can be found under

https://www.tyndall.ie/ss-5-researcher-theory-of-boron-containing-semiconductor-alloys-