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Research Assistant Professor - Photovoltaics & HIT

Employer
The University of Toledo
Location
Toledo, OH

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Science & Technology, Physical Sciences
Position Type
Assistant Professor
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

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Research Assistant Professor - Photovoltaics & HIT
  • Employment Type: Faculty - Regular
  • Bargaining Unit: BU Exempt
  • FTE: 1
  • Division: Academic Affairs
  • Department: Physics
  • College: Coll Nat Sci and Mathematics
  • Number of Openings: 1
  • Requisition ID: req3724
  • Position Control Number (PCN): T88203
  • Posting Period: Open Until Filled
  • Position Description

    The research assistant professor (RAP) will conduct research in the fabrication of silicon wafer with intrinsic thin layer (HIT) photovoltaic (PV) devices.  This will involve establishing procedures for HIT cell fabrication and establishing a high efficiency baseline.  Fabrication procedures include silicon wafer processing, hydrogenated silicon thin layer growth by plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD), contact layer deposition, and final integration of all layers.  As part of this process the RAP will be responsible for maintenance, safety, and training aspects of the PECVD system, including management of all related toxic systems and controls, as well as other processes related to fabrication of HIT cells. The research endeavor will also involve electrical, optical, and structural characterization of materials and complete solar cell devices.  It may also involve writing technical manuals and procedures for both instrumentation and complete baseline HIT cell fabrication and characterization processes.

    The RAP will be primary operator of the multi-chamber PECVD system and will also work on projects exploring the deposition of passivation layers on other thin-film PV devices, including those fabricated with cadmium telluride or metal halide perovskite (MHP) materials.  Furthermore, the RAP will interact with others to design and develop new PV devices and material fabrication and characterization procedures and equipment, including the interfacing of new deposition system to UT’s toxic gas delivery and scrubbing systems. 

    The RAP will be a member of PVIC’s professional staff, assist in the maintenance of existing equipment in the PVIC labs, and work with others to coordinate upgrades, and repairs as needed; will prepare quarterly and final reports to sponsors, submissions to refereed journal publications and conferences, and patents to protect intellectual property; and write technical manuals and procedures for instrumentation and the HIT cell fabrication and characterization processes.  The RAP will also help PVIC faculty supervise undergraduate and graduate students, post-doctoral researchers, and other PVIC staff members, as appropriate.  The RAP may be expected to take the lead in industrial collaborations, developing procedures for industry, performing measurements, and writing reports.

    The RAP is expected to maintain exemplary attention to environment safety and health issues.

    Qualifications:

    Education/experience/licensing:

      Ph.D. degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related field is required.Skills in developing fabrication processes for HIT solar cells is required.Skills in use and maintenance of plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) systems is required.Skills in the chemical processing of silicon wafers for HIT solar cells is required.Skills in managing toxic gas systems, monitoring, and controls is required.Skills in installation and commissioning of new laboratory equipment is required.Skills in electrical characterization of photovoltaic devices is required.
    Communication and other skills:

      Excellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong interpersonal skillsDemonstrated record of publishing high-quality articles in top refereed publications.

    The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the people so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

    The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, dual-career professionals and covered veterans.

    The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

    The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact the Human Resources Department at 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30.AM. and 5:00PM or apply online for an accommodation request.

    Organization

    Working at The University of Toledo

    The University of Toledo is one of 13 state universities in Ohio. We were established in 1872 and became a member of the state university system in 1967. The University of Toledo and the Medical University of Ohio merged July 2006 to form the third-largest public university operating budget in the state.

    We offer more than 230 undergraduate, graduate and professional programs at colleges of:

    Some of our nationally ranked programs include business, engineering, law, and occupational therapy.

    We also offer:

    Main Campus features nine modern residence halls, a gothic bell tower, a Student Recreation Center, a state-of-the-art classroom center in one of our original buildings, Memorial Field House, opening fall 2008, and a football stadium and new Savage Hall basketball and athletic complex, set to open fall 2008.

    Health Science Campus is home to graduate health programs and the UT Medical Center, a Level 1 trauma center, offering innovative treatments for strokes and cancer found nowhere else in the state. The UT Medical Center, also features the new $5.8-million Orthopaedics Center.

    At UT, we have researchers working at all levels — from undergraduates to faculty — toward our mission of improving the human condition. In fact, their combined, efforts have led to 125 patents and nearly $60 million in funding and grants. Whether your interest is diabetes, performance management, bio-fuels, or Shakespeare, we welcome you to join us in research.

    We also are transforming the regional economy and the world through the UT Science and Technology Corridor, where research and innovation mean business.

    And our campuses are quite the happening (and fun) places to be — with 200 student organizationsart exhibitstheater performances, athletic games, and renowned speakers such as Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

    At UT, we are proud Rockets (our nickname), we love our gold and blue (our school colors), and we invite you to visit campus to experience it for yourself.

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    419-590-4747
    Location
    2801 W. Bancroft
    MS 939
    Toledo
    Ohio
    43606
    US

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