Research Fellow

Northumbria University - Department of Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Placed On: 13th June 2019

Salary: £35,210 to £39,609 Closes: 12th July 2019
Hours: Full Time Job Ref: EAE/18/1732
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
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The Department of Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering at Northumbria University has strength in materials for sustainable energy as evidenced by recent awards
from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) to create the North East Centre for Energy Materials (NECEM) and a Centre for Doctoral Training in
Renewable Energy Northeast Universities (ReNU). Part of this strength is based on expertise in thin film photovoltaic devices and we are now seeking an excellent post-doctoral
Research Fellow to work on the transfer of this expertise to the manufacturing domain.

The role is to support a further recently awarded EPSRC grant in Adventurous Manufacturing which seeks to demonstrate the potential for scaling-up a transformative nanoparticle
ink using automated liquid deposition techniques and photonic curing. The role is laboratory-based and requires outstanding problem solving skills typically attained in an
experimental physics/chemistry/engineering or equivalent, relevant doctoral project. In addition to performing high quality laboratory experiments, the successful candidate will
have experience of disseminating research outcomes at international conferences and in prestigious academic journals. The successful candidate will join the Northumbria
University Photovoltaics research group and will be expected to support all aspects of the group’s activities.

In addition to a strong track record of academic achievement demonstrated by excellent publications, applicants should have experience of either thin film solar cell fabrication and
characterisation or automated deposition of functional layers for example via inkjet printing. The role will also involve working with industrial partners and therefore applicants
should have excellent communication skills.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr Neil Beattie at neil.beattie@northumbria.ac.uk

To apply for this vacancy please click on the apply link above.

Northumbria University takes pride in, and values, the quality and diversity of our staff. We welcome applications from all members of the community. The University holds an
Athena SWAN (Bronze) award in recognition of our commitment to improving employment practices for the advancement of gender equality.

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Type / Role:

Academic or Research

Subject Area(s):

Physical & Environmental Sciences

Chemistry
Physics & Astronomy
Other Physical Sciences
Engineering & Technology
Production Engineering & Manufacturing
Chemical Engineering

Location(s):

Northern England