Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Staff Scientist or Postdoc, Organic Optoelectronics Unit (Kabe Unit)
Conduct research on perovskite and organic photovoltaic technologies, focusing on transparent solar cell synthesis, fabrication, and characterization.
The position
At the Organic Optoelectronics Unit (Kabe Unit), we are looking for an experienced postdoctoral scholar in the field of perovskite and/or organic photovoltaic technologies. Additional experience on the material synthesis, characterization, and device fabrication of transparent or semi-transparent solar cell technology is preferred.
https://www.oist.jp/research/research-units/oou
About OIST
The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University was established in 2011 to contribute to the development of science and technology worldwide and to serve as a hub of innovation in Okinawa. OIST is a dynamic new graduate university of science and technology in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan which offers a 5-year PhD program and brings together outstanding researchers from across the country and across disciplines to conduct cutting-edge scientific research.
The university is located on 85 hectares of protected forestland overlooking a beautiful shoreline and coral reefs. The campus is striking architecturally, and the facilities are outstanding. To facilitate multidisciplinary research, there are no academic departments. Outstanding resources and equipment are provided and managed to encourage easy access and collaboration.
English is the official language of the University, and the university research community is fully international, with more than 50 countries represented. OIST is rapidly gaining recognition in the worldwide academic community as a model for excellence in education and research, and our unwavering commitment to scientific and technological innovation is dedicated to generating progress that will fuel Okinawa's economic growth.
Responsibilities
The applicant will work on the following themes based on the applicant's research experience.
- Synthesis and characterization of transparent absorber, charge transporting layers, and electrodes
- Experience with lead-based 3D, 2D, lead free, and/or inorganic transparent perovskites
- Fabrication and characterization of complete transparent perovskite solar cells
- Indoor and outdoor operational stability analysis of perovskite solar cells
- Preparation of periodic reports to keep track of the progress of the project
Requirements
Required
- Ph.D. degree (Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or Engineering)
- For Staff Scientist, more than 5 years of research experience after obtaining PhD
- Good writing and communication skills in English
Preferred
- Demonstrated experience in the design, fabrication, and characterization of transparent or semi-transparent solar cells (perovskite, organic, or hybrid systems)
- Experience in thin-film deposition via solution and/or vacuum processing (e.g., spin-coating, thermal evaporation, sputtering, and ALD)
- Hands-on experience with solar cell device fabrication and performance evaluation (J-V, EQE, and stability testing)
- Familiarity with advanced characterization techniques (e.g., UV-Vis, XPS, UPS, LEIPS, SEM, AFM, and XRD)
- Strong publication record
Benefits
For Staff Scientist:
Expected Annual Salary: 5.0M – 7.5M yen*
*This amount represents the expected annual salary range for this position, which will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills and background in accordance with the OIST Employee Compensation Regulations.
For Postdoctoral Scholar:
Expected Annual Salary: 4.5M-5.9M yen
In accordance with the OIST Employee Compensation Regulations.
Benefits:
- Relocation, housing and commuting allowances
- Annual paid leave and summer holidays
- Health insurance (Private School Mutual Aid)
- Welfare pension insurance (kousei-nenkin)
- Worker's accident compensation insurance (roudousha-saigai-hoshou-hoken)
- Access to Child Development Center
- Resource Center (Daily Life Support in Okinawa)
- Remote Work system
Additional Info
Application Documents
- Curriculum vitae
- Summary of previous research
- 2 reference letters will be required if the Applicant is selected as a shortlisted candidate.
- Please be sure to indicate where you first saw the job advertisement.
How to Apply
Apply by submitting your application documents combined into one file (MS Word or pdf) to: oou [at]oist.jp (Please replace [at] with @ before using this email address)
Employment Details
- Job Type: Postdoc
- Starting Date: As early as possible
- Employment Term: Full-time, fixed-term appointment for 1 year, in the scope of an OIST Innovation Proof of Concept project. Contract initially with 6-month probationary period (inclusive). This contract may be extended if the project is approved for continuation.
- Working Hours: 9:00-17:30 (Discretionary)
- Holidays: Saturday, Sunday, National holidays, and Year-end and New Year holidays (Dec. 29 – Jan. 3)
- Leave: Annual Paid Leave, Summer Leave, Sick Leave, and Special Leave
- Overtime work hours: Discretionary Working Hours System – In the discretionary labor system for specialized work, the employee shall be deemed to have worked 7 hours 30 minutes per day.
- Report to: Ryota Kabe, Associate Professor
- Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.
Declaration
- OIST Graduate University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, students and staff.
- Information provided by applicants or references will be kept confidential, documents will not be returned. All applicants will be notified regarding the status of their applications. OIST Privacy Policy
- Recruiting Organization: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology School Corporation
- Prevention of Passive Smoking: No smoking indoors
- Please view our policy for rules on external professional activities (Information Disclosure).
- Further details about the University can be viewed on our website
Contact
If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]
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