Are you passionate about pioneering the future of solar energy? Rayleigh Solar Tech, a leading player in renewable energy technologies, is seeking a talented Research Scientist to join our dynamic R&D team. If you're ready to contribute to the advancement of perovskite solar cell technology and make a meaningful impact in the transition to clean energy, this is the opportunity for you. We are always looking for smart individuals who are eager to contribute to our vibrant and dynamic environment.
About Us:
Rayleigh Solar Tech is a dedicated team of scientists, engineers, and clean energy enthusiasts committed to revolutionizing solar energy through innovation and sustainability. We are focused on developing the next generation of solar technology to drive the global transition to renewable energy sources.
Role Overview:
As a R&D Scientist, you will play a crucial role in the upscaling of flexible and rigid perovskite solar cells and modules. You will be responsible for fabrication of cells and modules and evaluate device performance to drive our R&D objectives. In addition, you will be responsible for device stack optimization by testing various materials and process and quality control of the deposition.
Key Responsibilities:
Operation and maintenance of sheet to sheet slot-die coater
Develop and manage quality control procedures
Optimize coating parameters to get uniform, defect free layers with required thickness
Prepare solutions and materials for coating
Small device stack optimization for efficiency improvement
Support Rayleigh with short-term and long-term R&D goals.
Contribute to the technology development initiatives and pilot-line development.
Uphold the quality and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards.
Required Experience:
3 years of experience in organic-inorganic hybrid perovskite materials R&D.
Good understanding and knowledge of semiconductor physics, solid-state chemistry, and solar cell operation.
Hands-on experience in perovskite device fabrication and characterization.
Experience in perovskite solar module design and fabrication is a plus.
Experience with various thin-film deposition techniques, especially large area slot die/blade coating is highly advantageous.
Ability to solve R&D problems and scale-up challenges related to perovskite PV.
Excellent communication skills and ability to perform tasks independently.
Experience working with carbon electrodes for perovskite solar cells would be a strong asset.
Education and Skills:
Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials and Energetics, Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology, Physics, or related degree
Industrial or post-doctoral experience in photovoltaic devices is a plus.
Diversity and Inclusion:
At Rayleigh, we know that diversity makes a strong team. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for this position and we will never discriminate against race, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, religion, marital status, or family status. Instead, we work to celebrate the things that make us unique.
Don’t meet all the above qualifications? No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you! We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary.
- Health and Dental Insurance.
- 3 Weeks Paid vacation time.
- Relocation allowance.
Employment type
Full-time
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