AddressThe Opportunity
The School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering (SPREE) has an opportunity for a Research Associate. You will contribute towards the research effort of UNSW in the field of photovoltaic (PV) devices and develop your research expertise through the pursuit of defined projects relevant to your particular field of research.
This position will give you the opportunity to develop your scholarly research and professional activities both nationally and internationally through contributing to the writing of scientific papers and reports for international journals, participating in conferences and workshops, and actively engaging with industry partners.
The role of the Postdoctoral Fellow reports to Professor Ziv Hameiri and has no direct reports.
- Level A, Salary - $106,337 to $113,737 per annum + 17% superannuation
- Full time
- Fixed-term contract –Until December 2025 with possible extension
- Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
About UNSW
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
The School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering is internationally recognised for its record-breaking research in solar power (photovoltaics) and renewable energy. The PERC solar cell was first invented at UNSW in our labs in 1983 and today powers more than 85% of all new solar panel modules all over the world. SPREE’s work and people have changed the face of sustainable energy on the global stage, and we continue to be at the forefront of leading-edge research and development in the field of renewable technology as our economies transition away from fossil fuels. For more information, please see the following link: https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/our-schools/photovoltaic-and-renewable-energy-engineering
Skills & Experience:
- A PhD in Photovoltaics Engineering or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to build a photoluminescence imaging system (preferred) or other characterisation systems for photovoltaic applications. Demonstrated ability to develop the relevant hardware and software.
- Demonstrated ability to measure and analyse losses in tandem solar cells.
- Proven experience in the fabrication of high-efficiency (>20%) perovskite and/or tandem solar cells.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research with limited supervision in the areas of:
- The development of advanced characterisation methods and systems for photovoltaic devices.
- Investigation of losses in photovoltaic devices.
- High-efficiency perovskite and/or tandem solar cells.
- A strong practice of maintaining open-source code repository.
- High level understanding of semiconductor physics as demonstrated by publications in high quality scientific journals.
- Demonstrated research excellence. Evidence of winning major international awards for research is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
- Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
- Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description.
To Apply: Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.
Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.
Contact:
Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Sunday 3rd March 2024
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