Project Description
The research group of Bo Albinsson, were this PhD will be stationed has a long-standing interest in researching and understanding the principles that govern the development of novel solar energy technologies. This PhD project is related to an ongoing program on photon up- and down conversion with financial support from the Swedish Energy Agency and the Swedish Research Council.
Major Responsibilities
The project is focused on the investigation of molecular systems capable of up- or down conversion of light, that, upon incorporation into solar energy technologies can increase the conversion efficiency. Molecular systems, sometimes integrated with nanoparticles (quantum dots), are synthesized within the framework of a cross-disciplinary collaboration and will be studied with a range of spectroscopic techniques. In particular, pulsed laser based ultras-fast femtosecond transient absorption and emission techniques will be used and developed within the project. Your major responsibilities as PhD student is to pursue your own doctoral studies. You are expected to develop your own scientific concepts and communicate the results of your research verbally. The position generally also includes teaching on Chalmers undergraduate level or performing other duties corresponding to maximum of 20 percent of working hours.
Qualifications
We are looking for a newly graduated MSc in Chemistry, Physics or equivalent who wants to embark on a challenging and rewarding research journey ending with a PhD in Physical Chemistry. The successful candidate should be a highly motivated, quality conscious individual with a MSc degree (or equivalent) in fields related to chemistry or physics, preferably with experience in optical spectroscopy and/or laser techniques. You should find it motivating working both alone and in close collaboration with others. As Chalmers is an highly international environment you must have excellent English skills, both orally and written. 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 four years. Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg. Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.
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.
Application Procedure
The application should be marked with Ref 20230040 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as PDF-files, as below.
- CV and personal letter
- Attested copies of completed education, grades and other relevant certificates (max 2 pages)
- Two references that we can contact
- Copies of bachelor and/or master's thesis
- Attested copies and transcripts of completed education, grades and other certificates, e.g. TOEFL test results
Please be notified that the application deadline is on 20 March 2023. For questions, please contact: Bo Albinsson, Chemistry and Biochemistry; E-mail: balb@chalmers.se; Phone: +46-31-7723044
For further information related to the scholarship, please Apply Here.