Doctoral student position in modeling polarons in emerging energy materials

Join us for an exciting and excellent Doctoral student journey to create the future of solar-energy materials! Explore the physics of polarons and help develop next-generation semiconductors for high-performance solar devices.

About us

The Department of Physics' core activities take place within the framework of six divisions. Our research profiles include basic research, biological physics, materials for energy applications, disordered systems, complex oxides, surface and nanophysics, and subatomic and plasma physics.

We provide a competitive advantage by linking top-level international and interdisciplinary academic performance in the areas of materials science, nanotechnology, life science and energy research with world-leading industrial research and development projects.

The division of Condensed Matter and Materials Theory constructs models for and develops an understanding of a large variety of materials and other condensed matter systems, sometimes leading to new materials, novel technological devices, or structured media with properties beyond those occurring naturally. To this end, we combine theoretical, methodological and computational techniques, often in close collaboration with local and international experimental groups.

About the research project 

This project investigates how polarons, formed by interactions between charges and the lattice, influence the efficiency of materials used in solar-energy devices. Using state-of-the-art electronic-structure calculations and machine learning methods, you will model these effects and contribute to the design of improved semiconductors for solar cells and solar-to-fuel conversion.

Who we are looking for

• To qualify as a Doctoral student, you must have a Master's degree (or

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  Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in technology and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3100 employees and 10,000 students, and offers education in engineering, science, shipping and architecture. With scientific excellence as a basis, Chalmers promotes knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global commitment and entrepreneurship, we foster an innovative spirit, in close collaboration with wider society.
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