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**About the role** Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chalcogenide Indoor Photovoltaics to work under the supervision of Professor Robert Hoye for a period of up to 24 months. The project involves developing chalcogenide nanocrystals and thin films into indoor photovoltaics and is funded by a UKRI Frontier Grant, awarded through the 2021 ERC Starting Grant scheme. _Find out more about the Hoye group at:_ https://hoyegroup.web.ox.ac.uk/ **About you** Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or Engineering (or be close to completion), prior to taking up the appointment. The research requires experience in nanocrystal synthesis, thin film fabrication, and proven success in photovoltaic device optimisation and loss analysis. The duties will include testing hypotheses, analysing and reviewing scientific data, and managing your own academic research and administrative activities, including small scale project management, and coordination of the multiple aspects of the work in order to meet deadlines. The post will be based in the Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3QR and is available from 1 October 2024. **Application Process** Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application. In your supporting statement **( <5 pages)**, please explain how you meet each of the selection criteria found in the job description. **Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage.** The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday, 9th August 2024, UK time. Interviews will be held on as soon as possible thereafter. The University of Oxford and The Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts in Oxford.
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Job Description DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY Summary Job title Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chalcogenide Indoor Photovoltaics Division Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Department Department of Chemistry Location Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory – South Park Rd Oxford OX1 3QR Grade and salary Grade 7: £36,024 - £44,263 per annum Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term for a period of up to 24 months Reporting to Robert Hoye, Associate Professor of Inorganic Chemistry Vacancy reference 174553 Additional information Research topic Chalcogenide indoor photovoltaics Principal Investigator / supervisor Prof. Robert Hoye Project team Hoye Group Project web site https://hoyegroup.web.ox.ac.uk Funding partner The funds supporting this research project are provided by UKRI Nature Photonics, 18, 586–594 (2024) arXiv.2406.06807 (2024) Nature Communications, 14, 2452 (2023) Recent publications Nature Materials, 21, 864–868 (2022) Nature Communications, 13, 4960 (2022) Nature Communications, 13, 4715 (2022) The role This post is part of a UKRI Frontier Grant, which focuses on developing a new generation of pnictogenbased semiconductors for indoor energy harvesting to sustainably power Internet of Things electronics. The project involves 2 postdocs and 6 DPhil students thus far, working on the fundamentals of novel pnictogen-based semiconductors, materials discovery, advanced spectroscopy, and developing devices. Recently, we have achieved >17%-efficient performance from Sb2S3 IPV (arXiv.2406.06807). This postdoctoral post complements existing efforts to focus more on device development and applications for powering IoT electronics. The focus is on kesterite thin films, developed from bulk synthesis methods, as well as nanocrystals. The candidate will need to have a strong background in device development, including materials synthesis, creativity and rigour in device optimisation, as well as a structured approach towards device loss analysis. . Responsibilities 1. Manage own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines 2. Adapt existing and develop new scientific techniques and experimental protocols 3. Test hypotheses and analyse scientific data from a variety of sources, reviewing and refining working hypotheses as appropriate 4. Contribute ideas for new research projects 5. Develop ideas for generating research income, and present detailed research proposals to senior researchers 6. Undertake comprehensive and systematic literature reviews and write up the results for publication in peer-reviewed journals 7. Collaborate in the preparation of scientific reports and journal articles and occasionally present papers and posters 8. Use specialist scientific equipment in a laboratory environment 9. Act as a source of information and advice to other members of the group on scientific protocols and experimental techniques 10. Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone 11. Carry out collaborative projects with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups 12. Actively participate in journal club meetings 13. PDRAs may be required to teach, this may include tutoring of undergraduates and graduate students through lab-based mentoring, as well as preparing and delivering a small number of tutorials related to the candidate’s expertise. Please note that this is designed to help the PDRA in their career development. The vast majority of their time should be focussed on research job-description-and-selection-criteria--april 2024.docx 2 Selection criteria Essential selection criteria 1. Hold a PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or Engineering (or be close to completion), prior to taking up the appointment. 2. Have experience of research in thin film and nanocrystal synthesis and photovoltaic device development 3. Be able to demonstrate competence and success in the thesis research area (and postdoctoral work if appropriate), e.g. as judged by publications (or papers in press) in high quality peer reviewed journals. Evidence will be sought of a deep understanding of the applicant's previous fields of research and evidence of independent intellectual and practical contributions to previous research projects, as indicators that such attributes can be brought to bear on the present project. 4. Be viewed as a motivated, enthusiastic, organised self-starter; one who can work with a minimum of supervision but at the same time extract the benefits of an excellent research environment. 5. Have an excellent general knowledge of related areas through reading of the literature, online database searching, and attendance at seminars and conferences. 6. Be willing to learn new techniques and apply them in an interdisciplinary research environment. Be willing to participate in group journal clubs and workshops as a means to continuously improve technical and theoretical knowledge. 7. Be able to keep detailed laboratory records and report on progress at regular intervals. 8. Show an ability to work supportively in a laboratory environment, and to supervise and educate junior co-workers and take part in joint projects through co-operation and the exchange of information, skills and reagents. 9. Be willing to play a role in keeping the laboratory running by assuming a share of group responsibilities. Desirable selection criteria 1. Show an ability to work supportively in a laboratory environment, and to supervise and educate junior co-workers and take part in joint projects through co-operation and the exchange of information, skills and reagents. 2. Be willing to play a role in keeping the laboratory running by assuming a share of group responsibilities. Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a job-description-and-selection-criteria--april 2024.docx 3 health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties This job includes hazards or safety-critical activities. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to complete a health questionnaire which will be assessed by our Occupational Health Service, and the offer of employment will be subject a successful outcome of this assessment. The hazards or safety-critical duties involved are as follows: • Lone Working • Working with Ionising Radiation • Working with category 3b or 4 lasers (laser safety class) • Work with any substance which has any of the following pictograms on their MSDS: job-description-and-selection-criteria--april 2024.docx 4 About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. 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For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Department Of Chemistry The mission of Oxford Chemistry is to advance the global understanding of chemistry and to use that knowledge to address major challenges for society. Oxford Chemistry maintains world-class strengths in fundamental research, including the training of outstanding young scientists, whilst being an outwardlooking department engaging with other disciplines, industry, public services, government and the general public. We are a large department within the University’s Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division with over 70 research groups and 900 researchers including 400 graduate research students. Our MChem degree takes 180 students a year and features the distinctive tutorials of Oxford, an innovative three-year programme of practical teaching within our state-of-the-art teaching laboratory, and a 4th year focused on research based within one of our research groups. Research in Oxford Chemistry focuses on fundamental science aimed at making significant and sustained long-term impact. We provide an environment that enables research by hiring, developing, and supporting talented researchers, many recognised as international leaders, across the spectrum of the chemical sciences. Our students and staff work in excellent research facilities to deliver field-leading research that crosses traditional boundaries and engages strongly with other disciplines, both within Oxford and across a range of external sectors. The impact of our research in the wider economy and society is manifest in our many industrial and clinical collaborations and successful start-ups. Our eight research themes and business engagements showcase the breadth and depth of our research across the chemical sciences. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work and study environment for all our staff and students based on core values of respect, equality and collaboration. We have held an Athena SWAN silver award since 2015 reflecting our commitment to improving gender equality within our discipline. Oxford Chemistry is accommodated within five buildings in the University’s science area, including a modern RIBA award-winning dedicated research facility and a state-of-the-art practical teaching job-description-and-selection-criteria--april 2024.docx 5 laboratory. Researchers are supported by a research infrastructure within Chemistry that includes NMR, Mass Spectrometry, Crystallography, Surface Analysis, Inorganic Materials Characterisation, Advanced Electron Spin Resonance and high-performance computing facilities as well as access to facilities across the wider University and at national research facilities including the Rosalind Franklin Institute and Diamond Light Source. 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The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). 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About the role Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chalcogenide Indoor Photovoltaics to work under the supervision of Professor Robert Hoye for a period of up to 24 months. The project involves developing chalcogenide nanocrystals and thin films into indoor photovoltaics and is funded by a UKRI Frontier Grant, awarded through the 2021 ERC Starting Grant scheme. Find out more about the Hoye group at: https://hoyegroup.web.ox.ac.uk/ About you Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or Engineering (or be close to completion), prior to taking up the appointment. The research requires experience in nanocrystal synthesis, thin film fabrication, and proven success in photovoltaic device optimisation and loss analysis. The duties will include testing hypotheses, analysing and reviewing scientific data, and managing your own academic research and administrative activities, including small scale project management, and coordination of the multiple aspects of the work in order to meet deadlines. The post will be based in the Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3QR and is available from 1 October 2024. Application Process Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application. In your supporting statement (<5 pages), please explain how you meet each of the selection criteria found in the job description. Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage. The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday, 9th August 2024, UK time. Interviews will be held on as soon as possible thereafter. The University of Oxford and The Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts in Oxford.
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