Research Fellow in Organic Optoelectronics - ML1640
School of Physics & Astronomy,
Salary: £31,342 - £37,394 per annum,
Start Date: As soon as possible,
Fixed Term: 1 year, with possible extension
Exciton Diffusion in Organic Semiconductors: Development of Measurements by Time-resolved Spectroscopy
Exciton diffusion is an important process in organic optoelectronic devices, and particularly important in solar cells. This position is part of an ambitious European Research Council project which aims to develop measurements of exciton diffusion, apply these measurements to develop structure-property relations for exciton diffusion, and finally to control exciton diffusion to improve solar cells and other organic optoelectronic devices.
The purpose of this position is to develop reliable measurements of exciton diffusion and apply them to explore the physics of exciton transport in organic semiconductors, leading to understanding of the mechanisms controlling it, and pathways to improve it. Many of the proposed measurements use time-resolved fluorescence.
We are looking for candidates with a strong background in photophysics and time-resolved spectroscopy. Candidates should be familiar with working in a femtosecond laser laboratory. Prior experience of working on organic semiconductors would be useful.
Candidates will be appointed for an initial period of one year, with possibility of extension.
Applications are particularly welcome from women who are under-represented in Research posts at the University.
The University of St Andrews is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all, which is further demonstrated through its working on the Gender and Race Equality Charters and being awarded the Athena SWAN award for women in science, HR Excellence in Research Award and the LGBT Charter; http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/.
Interview Date: 2 June 2015
Please quote ref: ML1640
Closing Date: 18 May 2015
Further Particulars: ML1640AR FPs.doc
School of Physics & Astronomy
Salary: £31,342 - £37,394 per annum,
Start Date: As soon as possible
Fixed Term: 1 year, with possible extension