PhD student (2x2 years) in formation of semiconducting polymer / CVD
diamond heterostructures
(mandate WNI/2009/003)
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 perform
all nano and microcrystalline CVD diamond growth, and diamond surface
structuring requested in the project. He/she will also study deposition
methods leading to physical bonding between polymers and the diamond
surface, such as spin-coating and UHV thermal evaporation, followed by
an investigation of the growth mode with advanced morphological and
structural characterisation. 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.