Postdoctoral Researcher, Nanoelectronics and MOVPE Epitaxy

About the role

The Division of Electromagnetics and Nanoelectronics at Lund University's Department of Electrical and Information Technology is looking for a postdoctoral researcher in electrical engineering, focusing on nanoelectronics and MOVPE epitaxial growth of III-V layers. The work develops epitaxial structures for advanced electronic and optoelectronic devices and supports device transfer technologies, in collaboration with the ACT competence centre and the Advanced Materials research area. The position is full-time, fixed-term for two years, starting as soon as possible and no later than 1 May 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Design experiments and prepare samples
• Growth of III-V layers by MOVPE, with support from colleagues
• Data analysis and interpretation
• Device fabrication with other researchers and students
• Teaching in the first, second and third cycles (up to 20% of working time), including three weeks of training in higher education teaching and learning
• Supervision of degree projects and doctoral students
• Seeking external research funding and collaborating with industry and wider society

Required profile

• PhD or internationally recognised equivalent in the subject; the certificate must be received before the appointment decision
• Prioritised for graduates within three years of the application deadline
• Documented experience in MOVPE epitaxial growth, clean-room processing and device development
• Very good English, and good ability to work both independently and with others

What we offer

• A career-development position focused on research, assessed mainly on research qualifications and potential
• Lund University benefits: generous annual leave and an occupational pension scheme

Applications go through the university's recruitment system, with a CV, a personal letter, a degree certificate and supporting documents.