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Main objectives of the project are directed to tackle challenges concerning either the perovskite absorber layer and the ZnO-based ETL. We plane to develop both mechanochemical processes for the preparation of highly advanced multicomponent MHP inks and controlled growth of MHP materials with various morphologies including single crystals, nanowires and unprecedented nanotubes/microtubes. In regard to ZnO-based ETL, new high-quality ZnO and metal-doped ZnO nanostructures will be elaborated using the one-pot self-supporting organometallic (OSSOM) procedure. Finally, the relationship between device performance and bulk physical properties of both MHPs and  ZnO materials will be systematically investigated.

Post-doc will be involved in realization of the following research tasks:

• Compositional engineering of halide perovskites using mechanosynthesis and wet approaches.
• Development of high quality ZnO nanomaterials prospective for light harvesting devices.
• Fabrication of perovskite- and ZnO-based layers.
• Characterization of physicochemical properties of the resulting nanostructured materials.

• Post-doctoral position (full-time employment) in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS with a gross salary of around 8.200 PLN per month financed from the NCN MAESTRO 11 Project No. 2019/34/A/ST5/00416. 100% of the work time of Postdoc will be devoted to the realization of the proposed project. The offer is for 8 months with possible extensions.
• Participation in high impact and timely research.
• Access to unique technology and modern research laboratories.
• Opportunity to work in a team of dedicated researchers and technologists.
• Opportunity to advance scientific knowledge and gain hands-on experience at the border between theory and experiment.
• Participation in international conferences.

The successful candidate will be eligible for all programs at the IPC PAS, including the IPC PAS Young Scientists competition and the IPC PAS Young Scientists Mobility competition. Institute provides an opportunity to participate in ERASMUS+ programme.

• PhD degree in chemistry obtained no earlier than 7 years before the starting year of the employment in the project. For researchers with multiple PhDs, the date of the first PhD award is deemed the reference date. Extension might apply according to National Science Centre rules.
• Significant research achievements in one of the project related fields
• A strong publication record and scientific experience.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a group.
• Experience with the use of a Schlenk line and  manipulation involving air-sensitive compounds.
• Knowledge for the application of modern spectroscopic methods in materials chemistry and electronic devices (NMR, FTIR, UV-Vis, PL, DLS, X-ray crystallography (PXRD) and/or electron microscopy).

The Recruitment Commission will take into account the following criteria:

• The candidate’s competence to carry out specific tasks in the project; (max 65 points)
• Previous scientific achievements of candidates (publication record, H-index etc.); (max 30 points)
• Awards and distinctions of the candidate resulting from the conducted research; (5 points)