Job description

The position is associated with the project " New thermoelectric antimonides and silicides with entropy stabilization (ANSWER)" funded by The Research Council of Norway within the ENERGIX program.

The project will explore entropy stabilization of new covalent compounds with significantly enhanced thermoelectric properties by populating sub-lattices of antimonides and silicides with nearly-equimolar mixtures of at least five different elements. Partners in the project are SINTEF and UiO, with collaborators in Germany and Portugal. Important tasks for the Researcher position is the synthesis of novel alloys and characterization of structural and functional properties.

The main work of the Researcher will be carried out in the Semiconductor Physics/LENS research group (Light and Electricity from Novel Semiconductors) within the Department of Physics/Centre for Materials Science and Nanotechnology (SMN) at UiO collaborating with the structure physics research group. LENS is an internationally recognized research group providing a stimulating research environment to promote training/education of students and Postdocs. The research group focuses on application-motivated basic research, where we address rather fundamental materials science and physics issues relevant to enabling technologies for renewable energy.

More about the position

The Research position is for 22 months which can be extended with 12 months.

The preferred starting date is 01.01.2019, and no later than 28.02.2019.

Qualification requirements

The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences has a strategic ambition of being a leading research faculty. Candidates will be selected in accordance with this, expected to be in the upper segment of their class with respect to academic credentials.

• Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree.

• We seek a candidate with a solid scientific background in materials science, with well-documented experience in material characterization.

• For the present position, well-documented experience with material synthesis techniques such as thin film magnetron sputter deposition and powder metallurgy is an advantage.
• Documented research experience with thermo-electrical materials characterization is an advantage. Good communication skills is a must, and experience with techniques such as XRD, TEM, SEM, XPS, Hall measurements etc. is an advantage.

• The researcher is expected to travel occasionally to collaboration partners to participate in characterization abroad.
• If the Doctoral degree is not yet accomplished, the dissertation must have been submitted for evaluation by the position closing date. Under these circumstances, the Appointment depends on the public defense of the doctoral thesis being approved.
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English

We offer

• salary NOK 515 200 – 597 400 per annum depending on qualifications in position as Researcher Fellow (position code 1109)
• a professionally stimulating working environment
• attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement, in addition to Oslo’s family-friendly environment with its rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities

How to apply

The application must include

• cover letter (statement of motivation, summarizing scientific work and research interest)
• CV (summarizing education, positions, pedagogical experience, administrative experience and other qualifying activity)
• copies of educational certificates (academic transcripts only)
• a complete list of publications
• a list of 5 of academic works that the applicant wishes to be considered
• list of reference persons: 2-3 references (name, relation to candidate, e-mail and phone number)

The application with attachments must be delivered in our electronic recruiting system. Foreign applicants are advised to attach an explanation of their University's grading system. Please note that all documents should be in English (or a Scandinavian language).

In assessing the applications, special emphasis will be placed on the documented, academic qualifications and the quality of the project as well as the candidates motivation and personal suitability. Interviews with the best qualified candidates will be arranged.

Formal regulations

According to the Norwegian Freedom and Information Act (Offentleglova) information about the applicant may be included in the public applicant list, also in cases where the applicant has requested non-disclosure.

The University of Oslo has an agreement for all employees, aiming to secure rights to research results etc.

The University of Oslo aims to achieve a balanced gender composition in the workforce and to recruit people with ethnic minority backgrounds.

Contact information

• Professor Terje Finstad, phone number: +47 22 85 28 55, e-mail: terje.finstad@fys.uio.no

For technical questions regarding the recruitment system, please contact HR-officer Ørjan Pretorius, e-mail: orjan.pretorius@mn.uio.no

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