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PhD Position in Time-Resolved Spectroscopy and OLED Fabrication
Project Association: ERC StG HyperFMOF (ref. 101163095)
Start Date (Duration): January 2026 (4 years)
We are pleased to invite applications for a fully funded PhD position to join the ERC Starting Grant HyperFMOF project (ref. 101163095), hosted at the University of Castilla-La Mancha (UCLM), Toledo, Spain.
The HyperFMOF project focuses on the development and comprehensive characterization of novel hyperfluorescent materials based on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), aiming to integrate them into MOF-based light-emitting diodes (MOF-LEDs). This PhD position will specifically address advanced spectroscopic characterization of photophysical processes and the fabrication and performance testing of LED devices.
Candidate Profile:
- Applicants must hold (or be near completion of) a Master’s degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Nanoscience, or a closely related field.
- Strong interest in spectroscopy, optoelectronics, and device fabrication is essential.
- Prior experience with photoluminescence spectroscopy, time-resolved techniques, or electroluminescent device assembly will be highly valued.
- Good level of English (both written and spoken).
- Strong motivation to pursue a PhD, teamwork skills, and scientific curiosity are expected.
Main Responsibilities:
- Conduct steady-state and time-resolved spectroscopic measurements to characterize MOFs and related hybrid materials.
- Participate in the fabrication and testing of MOF-LED prototypes.
- Collaborate with synthetic chemists and computational scientists to correlate structure–property–performance relationships.
- Analyze and interpret spectroscopic and device performance data.
- Present results at internal meetings, international conferences, and contribute to peer-reviewed publications.
This is a unique opportunity to join a highly interdisciplinary research environment, working at the forefront of materials science and photophysics.
This is an expression of interest. Any interested candidate may send their CV and academic transcript, compiled into a single PDF, to: mario.gutierrez@uclm.es. The selection process will be carried out through UCLM’s official channels in the near future.
Postdoc Position in Time-Resolved Spectroscopy and OLED Fabrication
Project Association: ERC StG HyperFMOF (ref. 101163095)
Start Date (Duration): January 2026 (1 year with the possibility of extension)
Requirements:
- The candidate must hold a PhD degree in chemistry, physics, or similar by the start date.
- Strong background in time-resolved spectroscopy and/or OLED fabrication/characterization with a track record of publication in high impact journals is required.
- Special consideration will be given to candidates with expertise in the time-resolved spectroscopy characterization of Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) or in OLED fabrication.
- A high level of proficiency in both written and spoken English is essential.
- The candidate must demonstrate the ability to write scientific articles and present research findings at conferences.
- Strong teamwork skills are essential, along with the ability to contribute innovative ideas to the project.
- The ability to mentor graduate students is highly desirable.
Responsibilities:
- Overseeing the use and maintenance of the photonics labs.
- Contributing to the time-resolved spectroscopic characterization of compounds relevant to the HyperFMOF project.
- Writing and publishing scientific papers in high-impact journals.
- Presenting research findings at international conferences.
- Collaborating effectively with team members to achieve project objectives.
- This position provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research within a dynamic and collaborative environment.
This is an expression of interest. Any interested candidate may send their CV and academic transcript, compiled into a single PDF, to: mario.gutierrez@uclm.es. The selection process will be carried out through UCLM’s official channels in the near future.
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