PhD student (2x2 years) in charge transfer in semiconducting polymer
/ CVD diamond heterostructures
(mandate WNI/2009/002)
Job description
The PhD student will conduct research within the BOF-project “Formation
and charge transfer mechanism in semiconducting polymer / CVD diamond
heterostructures – POLYDIAM”. In collaboration between different
research groups of the Institute for Materials Research (IMO), various
small molecules and conducting oligomers/polymers will be combined with
CVD diamond films to form heterostructures. The candidate will focus on
chemical bonding procedures, developing photo and electrochemical
coupling procedures of short chain molecules to diamond surfaces. He/she
will perform morphological and structural characterisation of the formed
heterostructures, followed by a thorough electronic and optoelectronic
characterisation using highly sensitive techniques studying the charge
transfer mechanism present in said structures. The nature of the project
is highly cross-disciplinary and requires a candidate with good
communication skills and a keen interest in team work.
Profile
Master degree (or equivalent) in physics, chemistry, engineering or
materials science. A background in any of the fields mentioned in the
job description will be considered a plus. Students who will obtain
their diploma at the end of this academic year, are also invited to
apply.
Offer
The appointment has a duration of 2x2 years (assessment after 2 years).
Further information
Application
Applicants must use the official application forms
The completed application forms must reach the above mentioned address
no later than Wednesday, July 15th 2009.
Application by e-mail will only be taken into consideration
when sent to the following address:
j...@uhasselt.be.