PhD and Postdoctoral Opportunities in Printable Semiconductors, Gas Sensors, and Perovskite Photovoltaics Simon Fraser University in Canada

Simon Fraser University’s Sustainable Optoelectronics Research Group, led by Associate Professor Vincenzo Pecunia, is advertising multiple research openings in electrical/electronic engineering, materials science, physics, and related areas. The post highlights work on printable semiconductors, gas sensors, perovskites, tandem photovoltaics, and organic solar cells, with a strong sustainability focus.

Openings mentioned include a postdoctoral fellowship in printable gas sensors for sustainability-focused applications, a postdoctoral opportunity in wide-bandgap perovskites for tandem photovoltaics, and several PhD opportunities in printable infrared photodetectors, wide-bandgap perovskites, and printable organic solar cells. The research environment is interdisciplinary and sits within the School of Sustainable Energy Engineering at Simon Fraser University in Canada.

Eligibility highlights include a PhD for postdoctoral applicants, or a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree for PhD applicants, in relevant disciplines such as Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, Nanotechnology, Materials Science & Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Sustainable Energy Engineering. The post emphasizes strong hands-on laboratory experience, device fabrication and characterization skills, prior research excellence, excellent English, and compliance with SFU admission or work authorization requirements. Several roles require a cumulative GPA of 80% or higher.

Funding is described as a postdoctoral fellowship and PhD scholarship/research opportunity, but no stipend amount or tuition details are given. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and positions remain open until filled. Some PhD roles specify intended start dates in May, September 2026, or January 2027.

How to apply: send a single PDF to [email protected] containing a CV, transcripts, a cover letter, and three referees’ contact details. The post directs applicants to the group website and LinkedIn link for more details.