ASARI - Postdoctoral Position in Quantum dots/nanomaterials/Photovoltaics/Solar Energy

Entity: Water and Energy department, ASARI.

About UM6P:

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) is an internationally oriented institution of higher learning, that is committed to an educational system based on the highest standards of teaching and research in fields related to the sustainable economic development of Morocco and Africa. UM6P is an institution oriented towards applied research and innovation. On a specific focus on Africa, UM6P aims to position these fields as the forefront and become a university of international standing.

More than just a traditional academic institution, UM6P is a platform for experimentation and a pool of opportunities for students, professors and staff. It offers a high-quality living and study environment thanks to its state-of-the-art infrastructure. With an innovative approach, UM6P places research and innovation at the heart of its educational project as a driving force of a business model.

About Entity (Hiring entity):

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated postdoctoral fellow to join us with specialty in photovoltaics and the investigation of photoluminescence in quantum dots for downconversion mechanism. Candidates should have demonstrated experience and hands-on expertise in chemical synthesis, functionalization, characterization, thin-film processing of colloidal quantum dots and integration into optoelectronic devices. Some expertise in infrared and near infrared photodetection, photovoltaics or light emission would be valuable. The candidate should also have strong knowledge on the physics of light emission in nanomaterials and firsthand expertise in setting up optical experiments. Expertise on the design and implementation of set-ups for photoluminescence measurements will also be considered. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research and development in the field of quantum dots, with a particular emphasis on their photoluminescent properties and device fabrication. The applicant must have strong English communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to present the data clearly.

Description of the position:

• To perform experimental work for the development of quantum dot based downconversion layer and to study the photoluminescence of quantum dots under various conditions.

  • The integration of downconversion layer with photovoltaic devices for enhancement in the efficiency of the solar cell.

  • Optimize experimental conditions for the improvement in the photoluminescence measurements.

  • The synthesis of homogeneous quantum dots for improvement in resonance phenomena for downconversion.

  • Investigate novel materials and methods to enhance the photoluminescent properties of quantum dots for down conversion phenomena. 

  • To develop new applications of quantum dots.

  • Write technical reports, research papers, and grant proposals.

  • Present research findings at internal meetings, national and international conferences.

Education

PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Nanotechnology, or a related field with a focus on synthesis of quantum dots and its photoluminescence investigations for downconversion/upconversion phenomena.

Requirement

• Experience in operating CVD, sol-gel, spin coating, Thermal evaporating machine, and hydrothermal reactor for the synthesis of quantum dots.

• To synthesize quantum dots in different inert atmospheres.

• To synthesize surface passivated, compound and coated quantum dots.

• To characterize quantum dots by using FTIR, fluorescent spectroscopy, SEM, XRD, and UV-Vis spectroscopy.

• To fabricate PV device integrated with downconversion layer

• Analysis of data using software tools such as MATLAB, Python, or Origin.

• The candidate must be familiar with materials studio software and any other materials modeling software.

• Experience in operating CVD, sol-gel, spin coating, Thermal evaporating machine, and hydrothermal reactor for the synthesis of quantum dots.

• To synthesize quantum dots in different inert atmospheres.

• To synthesize surface passivated, compound and coated quantum dots.

• To characterize quantum dots by using FTIR, fluorescent spectroscopy, SEM, XRD, and UV-Vis spectroscopy.

• To fabricate PV device integrated with downconversion layer

• Analysis of data using software tools such as MATLAB, Python, or Origin.

• The candidate must be familiar with materials studio software and any other materials modeling software.