Research Assistant position(s) in Scalable organic photovoltaics cells and modules for indoor and outdoor applications

The Mads Clausen Institute Center for Advanced Photovoltaics and Thin-Film Energy Devices (SDU CAPE) invites applications for fully-funded Research Assistant position(s) in Scalable organic photovoltaics cells and modules for indoor and outdoor applications. The starting date is Dec. 1^st 2025 or as soon as possible hereafter for a 1-year period with possibility for extension.

What we offer
TheResearch Assistant position(s) is a part of the Roll-to-Roll (R2R) activities within the new SDU CAPE research center which aims to develop new sustainable photovoltaics and energy technologies using scalable and green processing techniques. This includes activities within scalable Sheet-to-Sheet (S2S) and Roll-to-Roll (R2R) coating processes for thin films and photovoltaic devices using both solution as well as vacuum-based coating techniques to push the limits of photovoltaics performance from industrial compatible techniques. The position(s) will be part of the cross-disciplinary SCC Elite Centre SOLEN and on-going international collaborations on organic of your working time is devoted to your own research studies. You are expected to develop your own research ideas and communicate scientific results in high-ranking journals.

What we expect

Candidates who have a previous Master or PhD degree in a field relevant to the mentioned Research Assistant positionmay seek the fellowships (material science physics chemistry electrical engineering and similar). Preferred candidates have experience with some of the following: thin films fabrication and characterization Sheet-to-Sheet and Roll-to-Roll coating technology thin film organic solar cells and modules photovoltaic device physics. Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the work the candidates are expected to have excellent collaboration skills. A very good capability of communicating scientific results in English both orally and in writing is required.

Workplace description / Research environment
We are an international research center working in the field of green energy technologies (CAPE) and we are looking for a highly motivatedResearch Assistantto join our CAPE research center at University of Southern Denmark (SDU) campus Sønderborg in development of next-generation sustainable and high performance photovoltaics. We offer a modern inclusive international and interdisciplinary working environment with state-of-the-art facilities as well as a strong tradition of international ambition is to recruit develop and retain talented scholars committed to both academic excellence and departmental development.

Having a focus on green energy technologies - improving performance device stability and up-scaling the center has full access to an ISOS5 cleanroom and surface science laboratory facility for the preparation and characterization of thin films and photovoltaic devices as well as a fully equipped Roll-to-Roll (R2R) facility for upscaling flexible research center CAPE is a partner in various national and international research projects and networks that include collaboration partners from both academia and industry.

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For information about the Mads Clausen Institute please see information about this position is available from Professor Morten Madsen e-mail:

Please be aware that we will not accept any email applications as all applications must be submitted through the SDU online recruitment system.

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Conditions of employment
Employment as a Research Assistant requires scientific qualifications at Master or PhD level.
Employment as a Research Assistant is temporary and will cease without further notice at the end of the period. Research will be predominant in the position. Furthermore other types of assignments may occur to a limited degree. The Faculty determines the distribution of the various assignments. The weighting of the different assignments may vary over time.

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. Please check the links for more information onsalaryandtaxation.

The assessment process
Read about theAssessment and selection process. Shortlisting may be used.

Application procedure
The faculty expects applicants to readHow to applybefore applying.

The application must be in English and must include the following - the required forms can be found at the above-mentionedFaculty website:

• Motivation letter stating your specific interest motivation and qualifications for the project in question (max. 2 pages).Upload in the field called Project description.
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae including personal contact information describing research along with any other relevant information e.g. teaching experience computational skills etc.
• Verified copies of official Certificates/Diplomas (BSc MSc and PhD)
• List of publications with most relevant publications highlighted.
• Up to three names and emails of researchers who can provide an informed reference letter at short notice. (Reference letters and other relevant qualifications may also be included.)
  

About SDU and Sønderborg

The University of Southern Denmark was founded in 1966 and now as a multi-campus university has more than 27000 students almost 20 % of whom are from abroad. It has more than 3800 employees and 115 different study programs in the fields of the humanities social sciences natural sciences health sciences and engineering. Its main campus is located in Odense while the newest campus is located in Sønderborg.

Sønderborg encompasses both a rural idyll and the pulse of the city center. Here you will find magnificent nature with beautiful forest and a long coastline which invites to versatile water activities but it is in many ways a distinct study city - from the student discounts on the cafés menu the shopping opportunities a festive nightlife to an active and exciting study environment characterized by professional cultural and social networks and events. And whether you are into sports tango art or jazz you will find more than 700 voluntary associations and sports clubs to back you up and give the whole family ample opportunity to unfold and cultivate their interest. Sønderborg is also a model city in Denmark on energy sustainability in which full CO2 neutrality will be achieved in the year 2029. International applicants will be offeredDanish language training as part of the employment.International Staff Office(ISO) at SDU provides a variety of services for new employees guests and people who consider applying for a job at the University of Southern Denmark. Among other things the staff answers questions concerningsalarytaxationandhousing. For further information on what it is like working at SDU please read10 good reasons why you should choose SDU. Additional information about working in Denmark can be found atWork in Denmark.

SDU is actively working with UNs 17 sustainable development goals based on free critical and independent research and education. The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their age gender religious affiliation or ethnicity or any other personal background.

The University of Southern Denmark wishes to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone regardless of personal background to apply for the position.

Further informationfor international applicants about entering and working in Denmark.

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