Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100 employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain.The Laboratory for Thin Films and Photovoltaics at Empa is internationally known for innovative research in the fields of thin-film solar cells, solid-state batteries, and light-emitting devices. Specifically, the Thin-Film Batteries group is developing solid-state micro-batteries that are fabricated by physical vapor deposition methods. The thin-film geometry provides a versatile platform for exploring new materials, studying interfacial phenomena and realizing new device designs such as multi-stacked batteries
Perform innovative research in the above mentioned fieldsSubmission of research proposals and acquisition of third-party funds (own proposals and in cooperation with lab members)Publications (also as co-author) and presentations at international conferencesSupervision of master, graduate students (in cooperation with official thesis advisors) and postdocsAssistance to Lab management in equipment acquisition and infrastructure planning Your profile
* PhD degree in electrochemistry, physics, materials science or a similar field obtained within the last five years and preferably a postdoctoral experience
* Successful funding acquisition (personal fellowships, research grants, collaborative projects, etc.)
* Proven publication track record as well as presentations at international conferences
* Scientific creativity and high level of experimental skills for designing innovative experiments
* High social competence and ability to work and/or lead a team
* Knowledge of Proficient English spoken and written, German would be an advantage
We offer a position at the research institution with excellent infrastructure, broad interdisciplinary surroundings, and many possibilities for professional and personal development. You will be a member of a diverse, multidisciplinary Laboratory with numerous academic and industrial collaborations. The position will be limited to 2 years with potential to be tenured afterwards. Contract extension evaluation will be performance based. The starting date is upon mutual agreement.