Two positions exist for Research Associates in (Opto)-Electronic Devices Based on Graphene, Related Materials and Hetero Structures, as part of the European Graphene Flagship and an European Research Council Synergy grant.
The aim is to develop a new class of materials, with predetermined properties and functionalities, by combining the properties of one-atom-thick materials into a three-dimensional system. Such heterostructures will then be used to fabricate and test a wide range of applications and devices, such as transistors, photodetectors and solar cells. This is an ambitious research program, with a strong interdisciplinary nature, across material science, physics and electronic engineering, and will require the development of techniques for the production of 2d heterostructures, the study of their physical properties with specifically designed experiments, as well as the fabrication and testing of novel (opto) electronic devices.
Successful candidates will have a PhD in Physics, Material Science, Nanotechnology or Electrical Engineering with a proven track record in (opto) electronics of low dimensional systems, including characterisation at cryogenic temperatures and high magnetic fields. Preference will be given to candidates with proven track record in fabrication and electrical characterization of graphene, related layered materials or other nanoscale devices, as demonstrated by publications in major journals. A solid understanding of the physics of graphene and related materials is required, as well as Raman spectroscopy.
Experience in handing collaborations within EU projects, including reporting and attendance to project meetings is also essential. The candidate will also have the ability continually update knowledge in the specialist area and engage in continuous professional development; have experience of managing own workload
The post holders will be located at the Cambridge Graphene Centre, 9 JJ Thomson Avenue, Cambridge, CB3 0FA.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 24 months in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.
To apply online for this vacancy, please click on the 'Apply' button below. This will route you to the University's Web Recruitment System, where you will need to register an account (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form.
Please ensure that you upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a covering letter in the Upload section of the online application. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application. Please submit your application by midnight on the closing date.
If you have any questions about this vacancy please contact Professor A C Ferrari (acf26@eng.cam.ac.uk). If you have any questions about the application process, please contact the Graphene Centre administrator (admin@graphene.cam.ac.uk).
Please quote reference NM04466 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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