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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Physics

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Nov 20, 2024


Postdoctoral Research Associate - Physics

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Physics

Hiring Department: Physics

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1022986

Posting Close Date: December 20, 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

Position Summary
This position will focus on the atomic-resolution characterization of CdSeTe-based solar cell materials using aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron microscopy imaging, especially 4D-STEM, and electron spectroscopy. The work will be carried out using UIC's aberration-corrected cold field-emission JEOL ARM200CF and the ThermoFisher Helios 5CX focused ion beam/scanning electron (FIB-SEM) microscope. The successful applicant will have experience in electron microscopy characterization of CdTe-based solar cell devices, including 4D-STEM, electron ptychography, electron back-scattered diffraction, EDS, and FIB-SEM sample preparation.

Dr. Klie's Nanoscale Physics Group has access to the UIC Research Resources Center (RRC), which provides a world-class research environment with an array of electron beam instruments and in-situ capabilities, including the aberration-corrected JEOL ARM200CF and Helios 5CX. A successful candidate is expected to work with a team at UIC and partners at the Cadmium Telluride Accelerator Consortium (CTAC).

Duties & Responsibilities
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and utilizing electron microscopy and spectroscopy methods of CdSeTe-based solar cell materials. In particular, the research will focus on studying the structural defects and interfacial effects in poly-crystalline Cd(Se)Te absorber layers.
  • The dissemination of data is another important aspect of this position. A successful candidate is expected to draft, revise, and publish scientific manuscripts, give presentations at local and international conferences, and mentor undergraduate/graduate students in the Nanoscale Physics Group.

    Qualifications:

    Minimum Qualifications
    A PhD in Physics, Materials Science or related areas within the last 5 years.

    To apply, submit a CV and a research statement. After applying, you will be prompted to upload the names and email addresses of two references if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

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