PhD Studentship in Indoor Photovoltaics

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PhD Studentship in Indoor Photovoltaics

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Offer DescriptionWe are excited to announce a PhD studentship focused on harnessing indoor light with photovoltaic devices-similar to solar cells-to power the increasing number of smart devices that will make our homes and cities smarter and more sustainable. The position is embedded within our dynamic , led by Prof. , at the , (Canada). Our Group is at the forefront of research in photovoltaics for smart, sustainability-focused applications, with the goal of gaining insights into and engineering these devices to enhance their performance and applicability.The student will focus on developing methods to characterize photovoltaic devices for indoor energy harvesting in realistic settings, aiming to identify strategies to improve their energy output under various environmental conditions.While researching at the Sustainable Optoelectronics Research Group, the student will pursue a . This program will equip the student with the knowledge and skillset needed to tackle the sustainability challenges of our time.Key Application Requirements:

• Bachelor’s and Master’s in Sustainable Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Science, Mechatronics Systems Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, or cognate disciplines.
• Proficiency and proven experience in using electrical instrumentation and programming.
• Demonstrated academic excellence with a cumulative grade point average of 80% or higher in all prior degrees.
• Demonstrated excellent command of the English language.
• Compliance with all Simon Fraser University

for graduate studies. * Eligibility for a study permit for Canada if you are not a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada.

• Availability to start the program in May 2025.

How to Apply:Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey in photovoltaic research for sustainability? Don’t miss this opportunity! Send your CV, academic transcripts for your Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, a cover letter outlining your research interests, and contact details of two referees as one single PDF using the form available at .Only applications submitted through the process specified above will be considered for this opportunity. Applications sent through other means, such as email or LinkedIn, or lacking any of the required materials will not be considered.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Engineering » Electronic engineering Education Level Master Degree or equivalentAdditional InformationWebsite for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Simon Fraser University (Surrey) Country Canada State/Province BC City Surrey Postal Code V3T 0N1 Street 5118 – 10285 University Drive, Surrey, BC GeofieldContact State/ProvinceBC CitySurrey WebsiteStreet10285 University Dr Postal CodeV3T 0N1STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Surrey

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Fri, 31 Jan 2025 01:43:11 GMT

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