PhD in Modelling of Interfaces in Solar Cells...

We are looking for a PhD student to work on electronic structure modeling of interfaces in semiconductor devices in realistic conditions.

Information about the project and the division
Searches for materials with specific properties are the bottlenecks of many emerging semiconductor technologies, such as quantum computing, electronics and solar energy conversion. Properties matching a desired function are key to the introduction of new technologies, but as development approaches final implementation, all components need to be tuned for a harmonious coexistence within a micro-device via doping, surface functionalization, nano-scale engineering, or other methods. From the point of view of first-principles modeling, a microdevice is a stack of functional layers (1, 2 or 3D, organic or inorganic), separated by interfaces - i.e. volumes within which the proximity or bonding between two neighboring materials influences the properties, and causes a deviation from the bulk state. The present project will focus on modeling of interfaces in solar devices and tunnel field-effect transistors at realistic conditions (with defects, extra charges and at finite temperatures. Advanced electronic structure methods, hybrid functionals and ab-initio molecular dynamics simulations, as implemented in the ABINIT, QuantumEspresso or CP2K codes, will be used.

You will join the Condensed Matter and Materials Theory (CMMT) division at the Physics department of Chalmers University of Technology. The CMMT division comprises about 20 researchers, who combine theoretical, methodological and computational techniques, often in close collaboration with local and international experimental groups. The work in the division is characterized by a strong interplay between fundamental and applied research and this allows us to address pressing societal issues, e.g., related to sustainable energy or information technology. Method and software development are an important component of our research.

Major responsibilities
During the PhD project you will work on developing models needed to describe interfaces in semiconductor devices in realistic conditions. You will engage in collaborations with experimental groups. As part of the project, you will be expected to communicate research results both orally at international conferences and in writing in scientific journals.

Qualifications
To qualify as a PhD student, you must have a master's level degree or equivalent in physics, chemistry or materials science and have a strong interest in computational modeling and electronic structure calculations. You should enjoy working in a collaborative environment including interactions with both theoreticians and experimentalists.

The position requires sound verbal and written communication skills in English. If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses.

Contract terms
Full-time temporary employment. The position is limited to a maximum of five years.

We offer
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg. 
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Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

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Application deadline: 16th October, 2022

For questions, please contact:
Assistant Professor Julia Wiktor, julia.wiktor@chalmers.se

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