Researcher in Thin Film deposition of functional materials by Atomic layer deposition

13 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

LMGP

Department

Engineering

Research Field

Engineering » Materials engineering
Engineering » Chemical engineering

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

France

Application Deadline

20 Mar 2024 – 20:00 (Europe/Paris)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Offer Starting Date

1 Apr 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Reference Number

2023-MATALD-LMGP

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

RESEARCH:

The candidate will mainly work at the LMGP, Materials and Physical Engineering Laboratory, in the SALD team within the FUNSURF group. The SALD team is a very dynamic group focusing of the development of functional thin films using scalable chemical vapour deposition approaches (see link). Materials of interest include oxides, metals and metallic nanowire networks for different applications including photovoltaics, sensors, antimicrobial coatings, encapsulation of devices, resistive switching, etc. Our activity and recent research outputs can be checked in the following link: sites.google.com/site/workdmr/. We have recently optimized the deposition of Cu2O thin films with record mobility and conductivity using our SALD deposition system [Nature Communication materials 2021, J. Mater. Chem A 2021, Nature Communications 2022). In the framework of an international France-Germany project, we plan to develop new oxides with superior optical/transport properties using new precursors synthesized in Ruhr-University Bochum (RUB).

The materials developed will be integrated in functional devices such as photovoltaic cells and photoelectrochemical cells. Other applications will also be studied through both national and international (Germany, Spain, UK, Portugal, Canada) collaborations. Located in the heart of an exceptional scientific environment, the LMGP offers the applicant a rewarding place to work. The laboratory is very dynamic and highly international.

The PhD student will perform as well short stays in Germany (Bochum) in the framework of our French-German joint project. The candidate will have the possibility to supervise master students and perform teaching. LMGP Web Site: http://www.lmgp.grenoble-inp.fr/ Job description : The candidate will focus on the optimization of the SALD deposition parameters and thorough characterization of the materials deposited. The candidate will also be involved in device fabrication and characterization and will have hands on experience on the synthesis of precursors in our partner’s lab in Bochum. The ideal candidate is a highly self-motivated individual of any nationality with a strong experimental background in semiconductor device physics and thin films.

Requirements

Research Field

Engineering » Materials engineering

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

– PhD/master thesis in physics, chemistry, chemical engineering or materials science, preferably with a thesis related to thin films

– Experience in thin film deposition techniques (CVD, MOCVD, ALD, SALD, MBE)

– Experience in processing, developing and characterizing thin films via techniques such as XPS, AFM, KFM, electrical characterization and ellipsometry, XRR, XRD, TEM, SEM, SIMS, – Have a solid understanding of physics of semiconductor devices

– Fast learner, hands on and have a flexible attitude

– Programming skills (labview/python/matlab/etc)

– 3D drawing and CAD design (Blender/Solid Works/Catia/Fusion 360 etc) – Have experience in 3D printing

– Have experience in building and/or setting up laboratory equipment or simple systems (i.e. Arduino, etc.)

– Be someone able to and enjoy to solve problems and pushing your research to achieve results

– High degree of responsibility and independence, while collaborating with your team and lab mates, and other laboratory staff.

– Good management skills, good presentation skills, excellent written and oral English level (among non-native English speakers, equivalent TOEFL score of 100 or higher). Proficiency in English is required. In addition, international experience will be a decisive asset.

Specific Requirements

Position assigned to a restricted area: NO (Device for the protection of the scientific and technical potential of the nation, conditioning the appointment of the researcher to the authorization of the Defense Security Officer).

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Research Field

Engineering » Materials engineering

Years of Research Experience

None

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Additional Information
Selection process

How to apply

Applications must be sent to : [email protected]

Application deadline : March 20th 2024

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

LMGP

Country

France

City

GRENOBLE

Postal Code

38000

Street

61 avenue Félix Esclangon

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

City

Grenoble

Website

http://www.grenoble-inp.fr

Street

61 Rue Félix Esclangon

Postal Code

38000

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED