Postdoctoral Fellow

Job description / Role

Job Description
- The department of Physics in UAE University is seeking for highly-qualified, self-motivated postdoc to work on the topic of flexible perovskite materials for optoelectronic and photovoltaic applications.
- The project is in collaboration with top worldwide researchers on perovskite materials in China and US.
- We are looking for people with previous extensive solution-processed perovskite devices experience and strong optoelectronic characterization skills.
- Previous experience on developing perovskite nanomaterials for solar cells, nanolasers, and photodetectors applications is mandatory.
- In addition, a theoretical experience using DFT simulation or Lumerical software is highly appreciated.
- The candidate should demonstrate independence and creativity in preparing, executing and optimizing new microfabrication processes, as well as in preparing and performing characterization of devices.

Requirements

Qualifications
- PhD degree in Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, or other related field, is required.
- Experience on the synthesis and fabrication of perovskite devices (solar cell, nanolaser, or photodetectors), and programming or simulations is advantageous.
- Communicate research progress within the group and report results externally through conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications.
- Excellent communication skills in English are required.
- Strong motivation to work both independently and as part of a team in an interdisciplinary environment, with the ability to pay close attention to detail and to meet deadlines.

Minimum Qualification
- PhD degree in Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, or other related field, is required.

Preferred Qualification
- PhD degree with strong experience on the synthesis and fabrication of perovskite devices (solar cell, nanolaser, or photodetectors), and programming or simulations is advantageous.

About the Company

Founded in 1976 by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, UAEU is a comprehensive, research-intensive university enrolling about 14,000 Emirati and international students. As the UAE’s flagship university, UAEU offers a full range of accredited, high-quality graduate and undergraduate programs through nine Colleges: Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Food and Agriculture; Humanities and Social Sciences; IT; Law; Medicine and Health Sciences; and Science. With a distinguished international faculty, state-of-the art new campus, and full range of student support services, UAEU offers a living-learning environment that is unmatched in the UAE.

As a research-intensive university of international stature, UAEU works with its partners in industry to provide research solutions to challenges faced by the nation, the region, and the world. The University has established research centers of strategic importance to the country and the region which are advancing knowledge in critical areas ranging from water resources to cancer treatments. UAEU is currently ranked the number one research university in the GCC, number two in the Arab World, and #370 globally.

UAEU’s academic programs have been developed in partnership with employers, so our graduates are in high demand. UAEU alumni hold key positions in industry, commerce, and government throughout the region. Our continuing investments in facilities, services, and staff ensure that UAEU will continue to serve as a model of innovation and excellence.