Doctoral Researcher/PhD

Entry date:

as soon as possible

Application deadline:

2026-08-23

Salary:

E 13 TV-H

Duration:
3 years

Volume of employment:

part-time (75%)

The University of Marburg, founded in 1527, offers a variety of excellent programs of study for around 22,000 students and confronts the important topics of our time through excellent research across a broad spectrum of sciences.

The Department of Physics, research group on “Physics of Solar Energy Conversion”, Prof. Dr. Jan Christoph Goldschmidt is currently accepting applications for a

The third-party funded position is offered for a period of 3 years, if no former times of qualification must be considered. The starting date is as soon as possible. The position is part-time (75 % of regular working hours) with salary and benefits commensurate with a public service position in the state Hesse, Germany (TV-H E 13, 75 %).

Our group works on innovative solar cell technologies for a sustainable future energy system. Our focus is on perovskite-based tandem solar cells and the use of sustainable materials. We operate a high-end laboratory environment for the processing and characterisation of perovskite solar cells.

In a collaborative DFG project, we are investigating novel hydrogen bonded organic framework (HOF) materials for their use in opto-electronic devices. The goal is to understand the physical properties of these novel materials and to integrate them in potentially highly efficient, stable solar cells.

Tasks:

• Scientific services in research, in particular
  • Optical and electrical characterisation of novel hydrogen bonded organic framework (HOF) materials, especially by photoluminescence-based techniques
  • Process development for the deposition of films containing organic frameworks
  • Production and characterisation of solar cells
  • Publication of the scientific results at international conferences and in peer-reviewed journals
• You can gain teaching experience in particular as part of the „Physics of Green Technologies“ degree programme

The position is limited to a time period deemed adequate for the completion of a doctoral degree. As part of the assigned duties, there will be ample opportunity to conduct the independent scientific research necessary for the completion of a doctorate. The limitation complies to Section 2(1) of the German Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act (WissZeitVG).

Profile:

• MSc-degree or equivalent in chemistry, physics, materials science, engineering, or related subjects
• Independent Self-reliant way of working
• Deep understanding in semi-conductor physics or organic framework materials
• Previous knowledge in the fields of photovoltaics, perovskite solar cell production, thin-film technologies and the characterisation and simulation of semiconductor materials is an advantage

Disposition to own scientific qualification (e.g. a doctorate project in the area of novel material systems for photovoltaics) is expected.

We offer:

• Family-friendly working hours
• An open, appreciative group culture in an international team
• The Hessian public transport pass – allows you to use public transportation free of charge throughout the entire state of Hesse – sustainable, convenient, and flexible at all times
• MArburg University Research Academy – Interdisciplinary training opportunities, funding programs, and personalised advice for doctoral candidates and postdocs support the development of academic networks and key competencies
• Professional Development – Targeted training and development programs for different employee groups support individual career paths
• Good supervision and professional support for your further development

In addition to the programmes offered by the MArburg Research Academy (MARA), we actively support the professional development of junior researchers by the offers of the International Office and the Higher Education Didactics Office.

Contact for more Information

Prof. Dr Jan Christoph Goldschmidt

+49 6421-28 21337

Jan.christoph.goldschmidt@physik.uni-marburg.de

We support women and strongly encourage them to apply. In areas where women are underrepresented, female applicants will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. As a certified family-friendly university, we support our employees in balancing family and career. A reduction of working time is possible. Applicants with a disability as discribed in the Social Security Code (Section 2(2) and (3) of Book IX of the Social Security Code (SGB IX)) will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. Application and interview costs can not be refunded.

Please apply by 23 August 2026 using the application-button below.

Online application