Are you passionate about advancing renewable energy technologies? The Solar Energy Institute at the Technical University of Madrid (IES-UPM) invites motivated individuals to join our cutting-edge research in thermophotovoltaic (TPV) devices.

Embark on a journey towards groundbreaking discoveries as you pursue your PhD within our dynamic environment. Collaborate on innovative projects like TERMOBAT and SUNSON, which aim to revolutionize thermal energy storage through the integration of TPV devices. You'll be at the forefront of progress, working alongside experts from our spin-off company, Thermophoton, as they scale up solutions developed in our laboratory.

TPV lies at the heart of our research, harnessing radiant heat to generate electricity directly. Imagine the possibilities as we push the boundaries of efficiency, with recent breakthroughs achieving conversion rates exceeding 40%. Join us in shaping the future of solid-state thermal-to-electric conversion.

As a PhD candidate, you'll play a pivotal role in developing groundbreaking technologies. Dive into the development of our patented bifacial TPV cells, doubling power density compared to conventional devices. Utilize state-of-the-art equipment in our clean room laboratories, equipped with everything from photolithographic tools to advanced characterization instruments.

Collaboration is key in our multidisciplinary team, comprised of esteemed professors, postdoctoral researchers, and fellow PhD candidates. Embrace a teamwork-oriented approach as you contribute your expertise to our collective pursuit of innovation.

Seize this opportunity to make a lasting impact on renewable energy research. Join us at IES-UPM and be part of a community dedicated to shaping a sustainable future. Apply now and unleash your potential as a leader in renewable energy technology.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in electrical, materials engineering, or similar with good grades.
• Hands on experience on the manufacturing and characterization of semiconductor devices will be a plus.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of semiconductor devices (including photovoltaic cells) will be a plus.

General Conditions

• Gross salary equivalent to official Spanish PhD fellowships (FPU): 20,000 €/year
• Incorporation: Flexible

References to the team and projects

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Projects:           https://youtu.be/AyEmd-d-4u0

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