Job description
PhD in Physics: Semiconductors nanowires grown by aerosol methods
Lunds Tekniska Högskola, Fysiska institutionen
Lund University was founded in 1666 and for a number of years has been ranked among the world’s top 100 universities. The University has 42 000 students and more than 7 500 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.
Lunds Tekniska Högskola, Fysiska institutionen
Lund University was founded in 1666 and for a number of years has been ranked among the world’s top 100 universities. The University has 42 000 students and more than 7 500 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.
LTH forms the Faculty of Engineering at Lund University, with
approximately 9 000 students. The research carried out at LTH is of a
high international standard and we are continuously developing our
teaching methods and adapting our courses to current needs.
The Department of Physics is with a staff of about 350 scientists and educators one of the largest departments within Lund University. There are seven research divisions and a number of research centra within the department. The research activities at the department cover a broad spectrum of modern physics. www.fysik.lu.se/english
INTRODUCTION
The research at the division of Solid State Physics is focused around different aspects of semiconductor physics, ranging from materials science to quantum physics, to different applications. The division leads the major interdisciplinary research environment within nanoscience and nanotechnology at Lund University. Lund Nano Lab is a central key facility for fabrication of material and devices on the nanoscale. The division is also heavily involved in the undergraduate education, especially within the “Engineering Nanoscience” program.
Since 15 years, growth and application of semiconductor nanowires is a strong research area at the division of Solid State Physics, a part of NanoLund. The nanowires have applications in areas from materials physics and nano-electronics to cell biology and solar cells. Aerotaxy is a combination of nanowire growth with aerosol technology another field with long tradition at NanoLund. By meas of Aerotaxy, nanowires can be mass produced, increasing the wires’ areas of application. The project is supported by a major grant from the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation.
More information is found at: www.ftf.lth.se, www.nano.lu.se
JOB ASSIGNMENTS
Applications of nanowires (for this project mainly solar cells) requires access to material of high and even quality, with the desired device properties and not least in large amounts; Aerotaxy has demonstrated that this is possible. The project involves a continued exploration of the parameter space in order to create new materials and structures, as well as maintaining and further developing the Aerotaxy tool for improved process stability and reliability. The grown nanowires are characterized using primarily electron microscopy. The assignments also include growth of nanowires for use in other projects, which may require development of new techniques for nanowire collection and handling. Depending on the candidate’s interest and aptitude, there will be opportunity for contributions to process characterization or modeling.
The candidate for this position is thus expected to work independently on development of the Aerotaxy technology regarding both processes and materials, but also in hardware and measurement technology. The candidate is further expected to cooperate with several other scientists and research groups, as well as spin-off companies and established industry.
The PhD position corresponds to 4 years of research studies. Additional tasks such as teaching and other institutional duties most often occur, up to 20%. The employment is then prolonged correspondingly to a maximum of 5 years.
Type of employment: Temporary position longer than 6 months
First day of employment: As soon as possible
Salary: Monthly salary
Number of positions: 1
Working hours:100 %
City: Lund
County: Skåne län
Country: Sweden
Reference number: PA2015/4329
Contact:
Martin Magnusson, Associate Professor,
+46462221410
Last application date: 28.Jan.2016 11:59 PM CET
The Department of Physics is with a staff of about 350 scientists and educators one of the largest departments within Lund University. There are seven research divisions and a number of research centra within the department. The research activities at the department cover a broad spectrum of modern physics. www.fysik.lu.se/english
INTRODUCTION
The research at the division of Solid State Physics is focused around different aspects of semiconductor physics, ranging from materials science to quantum physics, to different applications. The division leads the major interdisciplinary research environment within nanoscience and nanotechnology at Lund University. Lund Nano Lab is a central key facility for fabrication of material and devices on the nanoscale. The division is also heavily involved in the undergraduate education, especially within the “Engineering Nanoscience” program.
Since 15 years, growth and application of semiconductor nanowires is a strong research area at the division of Solid State Physics, a part of NanoLund. The nanowires have applications in areas from materials physics and nano-electronics to cell biology and solar cells. Aerotaxy is a combination of nanowire growth with aerosol technology another field with long tradition at NanoLund. By meas of Aerotaxy, nanowires can be mass produced, increasing the wires’ areas of application. The project is supported by a major grant from the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation.
More information is found at: www.ftf.lth.se, www.nano.lu.se
JOB ASSIGNMENTS
Applications of nanowires (for this project mainly solar cells) requires access to material of high and even quality, with the desired device properties and not least in large amounts; Aerotaxy has demonstrated that this is possible. The project involves a continued exploration of the parameter space in order to create new materials and structures, as well as maintaining and further developing the Aerotaxy tool for improved process stability and reliability. The grown nanowires are characterized using primarily electron microscopy. The assignments also include growth of nanowires for use in other projects, which may require development of new techniques for nanowire collection and handling. Depending on the candidate’s interest and aptitude, there will be opportunity for contributions to process characterization or modeling.
The candidate for this position is thus expected to work independently on development of the Aerotaxy technology regarding both processes and materials, but also in hardware and measurement technology. The candidate is further expected to cooperate with several other scientists and research groups, as well as spin-off companies and established industry.
The PhD position corresponds to 4 years of research studies. Additional tasks such as teaching and other institutional duties most often occur, up to 20%. The employment is then prolonged correspondingly to a maximum of 5 years.
Type of employment: Temporary position longer than 6 months
First day of employment: As soon as possible
Salary: Monthly salary
Number of positions: 1
Working hours:100 %
City: Lund
County: Skåne län
Country: Sweden
Reference number: PA2015/4329
Contact:
Martin Magnusson, Associate Professor,
+46462221410Last application date: 28.Jan.2016 11:59 PM CET
Desired skills and experience
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A formal requirement for doctoral studies in physics is an advanced university degree within a related field, such as a Master's degree in physics or nanotechnology or equivalent, or substantial advanced course work at the master level or comparable, including an independent research project. Furthermore, the acceptance is based on the estimated ability to accomplish your postgraduate studies. Good knowledge in spoken and written English is a requirement.
BASIS OF ASSESSMENT
Selection to postgraduate studies is based on the expected ability to perform well in the studies. The evaluation of the ability to perform well is based primarily on the results of studies at the basic and advanced levels, in particular:
1. Knowledge and skills relevant to postgraduate studies within this area, such as a broad and thorough preparation in physics. This can be documented by appended documents.
2. Estimated ability to work independently and the ability to formulate and solve scientific questions. This ability can be established, for example, based on undergraduate research experiences, a master’s thesis or in a discussion of scientific problems during a possible interview.
3. Skills in written and oral communication.
4. Other experience relevant to postgraduate studies, such as professional experience.
Desirable Qualifications:
We expect that the candidate’s previous studies have included courses, covering (for example) solid state or semiconductor physics, nanotechnology, materials science, aerosol technology, and materials analysis. The research is to a large extent interdisciplinary, and a broad competence profile and experiences from relevant areas of physics, chemistry, materials science and nanoscience are valuable. Knowledge in process technology and epitaxy are highly valued. The demonstrated ability for skillful laboratory work is a requirement; practical experience with hardware and gas/vacuum systems is highly valued.
Important personal qualities are, beside creativity and a curious mind, the ability to work both independently and in a group and experience in the scientific interaction with researchers from other disciplines and in other countries. Your application should include one or more documents demonstrating your research qualifications, for example the abstract to your Master thesis, project report, manuscript or similar. Good knowledge of spoken and written English is essential.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applications must contain a covering letter in which applicants describe themselves and their particular research interests. Applications must also include a CV, a copy of the applicant’s Master’s thesis (or a summary text if the thesis is not yet completed), contact details of at least two references, copies of grade certificates, and any other documents that the applicant wishes to refer to. Applicants are also required to answer the job specific questions in the final step of the application process.
A formal requirement for doctoral studies in physics is an advanced university degree within a related field, such as a Master's degree in physics or nanotechnology or equivalent, or substantial advanced course work at the master level or comparable, including an independent research project. Furthermore, the acceptance is based on the estimated ability to accomplish your postgraduate studies. Good knowledge in spoken and written English is a requirement.
BASIS OF ASSESSMENT
Selection to postgraduate studies is based on the expected ability to perform well in the studies. The evaluation of the ability to perform well is based primarily on the results of studies at the basic and advanced levels, in particular:
1. Knowledge and skills relevant to postgraduate studies within this area, such as a broad and thorough preparation in physics. This can be documented by appended documents.
2. Estimated ability to work independently and the ability to formulate and solve scientific questions. This ability can be established, for example, based on undergraduate research experiences, a master’s thesis or in a discussion of scientific problems during a possible interview.
3. Skills in written and oral communication.
4. Other experience relevant to postgraduate studies, such as professional experience.
Desirable Qualifications:
We expect that the candidate’s previous studies have included courses, covering (for example) solid state or semiconductor physics, nanotechnology, materials science, aerosol technology, and materials analysis. The research is to a large extent interdisciplinary, and a broad competence profile and experiences from relevant areas of physics, chemistry, materials science and nanoscience are valuable. Knowledge in process technology and epitaxy are highly valued. The demonstrated ability for skillful laboratory work is a requirement; practical experience with hardware and gas/vacuum systems is highly valued.
Important personal qualities are, beside creativity and a curious mind, the ability to work both independently and in a group and experience in the scientific interaction with researchers from other disciplines and in other countries. Your application should include one or more documents demonstrating your research qualifications, for example the abstract to your Master thesis, project report, manuscript or similar. Good knowledge of spoken and written English is essential.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applications must contain a covering letter in which applicants describe themselves and their particular research interests. Applications must also include a CV, a copy of the applicant’s Master’s thesis (or a summary text if the thesis is not yet completed), contact details of at least two references, copies of grade certificates, and any other documents that the applicant wishes to refer to. Applicants are also required to answer the job specific questions in the final step of the application process.
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