Postdoctoral Research Associate

Postdoctoral Research Associate 9322BR Golisano Institute for Sustainability GIS Nanopower Research Laboratory Job Summary The primary responsibilities of this Postdoctoral Research Associate will include conducting scientific research, analyzing results, and reporting on findings associated with the recently awarded US Space Force Space Strategic Technology Institute (SSTI) being led by RIT. Duties include grant-specific scientific research, analyze results, develop reports based on findings, and the development of technical reports for sponsors, as well as publications and presentations. Duties will also include training students on equipment and discussing technical finding of their research. Job Responsibilities: • Perovskite solar cell stack fabrication and characterization. This includes synthesizing novel perovskite chemistries (hybrid, all-inorganic) employing additives and passivating agents, converting them in high-quality thin films using spin coating and slot-die coating, developing the various charge transport layers (for both PIN and NIP architectures), electrode deposition including sputtered ITO and atomic layer deposited oxides, and advancing ultralight barriers layers including Silicon oxide. Will also be responsible to manage shipping to various SSTI collaborators. • Develop testing procedures and equipment for stress testing of perovskite solar cells. This will include developing photoluminescence and deep-level transient spectroscopy (DLTS) experiments and studying the response of perovskite devices under stressors such as atomic oxygen, vacuum, AM0 light illumination, alpha particle and proton irradiation. Radiation testing of perovskite films and devices including planning and scheduling with external radiation facilities at e.g. SUNY Albany and University of North Texas. • Assist SSTI faculty with the training of various PhD students on development and characterization of perovskite materials and solar cells. • Interface with other SSTI faculty and outside institutions. This will include helping to develop plans and potential collaborative activities related to fabrication and device characterization. • Attend and give technical presentations at national technical conferences such as PVSC, MRS and SPIE Photonics West. Disseminate ASTROMAT research findings in top-quality peer-reviewed science journals. Required Qualifications: • PhD in Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. • Minimum 3 years' experience with high-efficiency solar cell device fabrication (Si, perovskite, III-V, etc.), electronic device characterization and a strong publication record. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in fabricating perovskite, Si or III-V solar cells as well as knowledge of material and electrical characterization methods. • Excellence in developing top-quality figures/plots is required and can involve usage of Adobe Illustration, Blender, etc. • Understanding of radiation effects in solar cells and the role of radiation-induced defects in optoelectronic semiconductor. • Prior experience with various perovskite compositions and different device architectures (NIPs and PINs). Knowledge of barrier layers for perovskite devices. • Prior experience with scalable methods of perovskite fabrication, including slot-die coating and roll-to-roll coating. • Experience in Python for device modeling, data analysis, and automation. Department/College Description Minimum Qualifications • PhD in Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. • Minimum 3 years' experience with high-efficiency solar cell device fabrication (Si, perovskite, III-V, etc.), electronic device characterization and a strong publication record. Professional Area: Employment Category: Fulltime Staff Job Function: Wage Band: $70000 - $90000 Hourly/Salary Minimum: $70000 Hourly/Salary Maximum: $90000 How to Apply In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number. The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://apptrkr.com/5765553 Additional Details Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the world’s leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the “Great Colleges to Work For.” RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit http://www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and http://www.rit.edu. As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employee’s pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RIT’s Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov Hourly/Salary Minimum: 70000 Hourly/Salary Maximum:90000 Copyright ©2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/