Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Semiconductor Photophysics

We invite applications for a postdoctoral position to work on emerging low-dimension perovskite semiconductors in the Semiconductor Photophysics lab at the University of Southampton under supervision of Dr Silvia Motti. This is a fixed-term position available for up to 24 months. The contract is expected to start no later than spring 2025, with a negotiable start date.

The candidate must have a PhD* (or close to completion) or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in Physics, Chemistry, or Materials Science. We are looking for a candidate with experience in advanced spectroscopy (building and maintaining optical setups, laser spectroscopy measurements, and interpretation of spectroscopic data). Experience in the fabrication, processing, and characterisation of perovskite semiconductors is desirable.

The position is funded by an EPSRC grant led by Dr Silvia Motti. The project aims to answer key questions regarding the structural, vibrational, and photophysical properties of these exciting new materials, and explore their applications in optoelectronic technologies. The Semiconductor Photophysics lab is part of the Quantum, Light & Matter group of the School of Physics and Astronomy at Southampton. The group has access to well-equipped laser spectroscopy laboratories and material fabrication facilities, including the state-of-the-art Zepler cleanrooms.

The University of Southampton is a research-intensive university and a founding member of the Russell Group. It is ranked 80^th best university in the world and 13^th in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025). As a school, we are committed to all of our staff achieving a healthy work-life balance, with flexible working hours and onsite childcare facilities. Committed to tackling gender inequality, we are Athena SWAN silver award recognised. We are particularly determined to address the under-representation of women in Physics and Astronomy, so we are delighted to have been awarded Project Juno Champion status. Research staff benefit from a contributory pension scheme, competitive holiday allowance, subsidised health and fitness facilities, a cycle-to-work scheme and a range of discounts, and comprehensive career development support.

*Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification.  The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD.  Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.

Job title on appointment will be Research Fellow in Semiconductor Photophysics.

Applications must be sent through the University online portal including an academic CV. For informal enquiries, please contact silvia.motti@soton.ac.uk.Do not email your application, as only submissions sent through the online portal will be considered. 

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