Postdoctoral Research Associates (2 Positions)
| PROJECT: | REACH-PSM (Resilient Renewable Energy Access Through Community-Driven Holistic Development in Perovskite Solar Module Manufacturing) |
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| LOCATION: | Africa Centre of Excellence in Future Energies and Electrochemical Systems (ACE-FUELS), Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), Nigeria |
| Employment Type: | Full-time |
| DURATION | This is a one-year fixed-term contract, renewable for an additional year based on satisfactory performance evaluation and project needs. The maximum possible engagement duration is two years. |
| Application Deadline: | Rolling |
Funded by the UKRI Ayrton Challenge Fund, REACH-PSM (Resilient Renewable Energy Access Through Community-Driven Perovskite Solar Manufacturing) is pioneering Africa’s first full-scale demonstration of next-generation solar technology by establishing state-of-the-art printed perovskite solar module production at ACE-FUELS. This groundbreaking initiative will develop scalable, low-cost perovskite solar cell (PSC) manufacturing to deliver sustainable energy solutions across the continent.
We are recruiting two exceptional, self-driven Postdoctoral Research Associates to lead experimental and process development activities in the areas of printed perovskite solar cell fabrication, module scale-up, and device performance optimization. Successful candidates will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-impact research aligned with the project’s milestones in:
1. Research and Development
2. Laboratory Leadership
3. Data Analysis and Dissemination
Strong documentation, data analysis, and scientific writing skills
Please submit your application to: acefuels_wp3@acefuels-futo.org
Email Subject: “Application for Senior Lab Technician – REACH-PSM WP3”
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
ACE-FUELS @ FUTO and the REACH-PSM project are equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, or disability status.
Consideration will be given to Nigerian residents and nationals based on:
International applicants with specialized perovskite or scale-up manufacturing expertise remain strongly encouraged to apply.
For inquiries, please contact: emeka.oguzie@futo.edu.ng
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