École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
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PhD Student Position in Fabrication and Characterization of Plasmonic Crystals for Solar Energy École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne in Switzerland
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Electrical Engineering
Funding
Stable position for up to 4 years to complete the PhD. Term of employment is a 1-year fixed-term contract (CDD), renewable for 4 years. Financial support is provided in accordance with EPFL doctoral student conditions.
Deadline
Nov 30, 2026
Country
Switzerland
University
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
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EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) is advertising a PhD student position in fabrication and characterization of plasmonic crystals for solar energy within the research group SCI-ENAC-AS: Nanotechnology for Solar Energy Conversion led by Prof. Andreas Schüler.
The project is part of the SNSF project “Coupled oscillations in plasmonic crystals” and focuses on coupling effects in plasmonic oscillations in metallic micro-/nanostructures. The research aims to explore plasmonic crystals with broad frequency bands of extraordinary optical transmission (EOT) in the UV-VIS-NIR range, with potential relevance to photovoltaics, flat screens, flexible displays, energy-efficient OLED lighting, electrochromic devices, and insulating glazing.
Applicants should have an excellent Master’s-level degree in Micro-/Nanotechnology, Physics, Materials Science, Energy, or a related quantitative field. Desired experience includes reactive magnetron sputtering, electron-beam lithography, UV-VIS-NIR spectrophotometry, ultra-high vacuum STM, and/or photoelectron spectroscopies (XPS, UPS). Strong interest in micro-/nanostructures, optical and electronic material properties, plasmonics, and solar energy is expected, along with proficiency in English (French is a plus).
The position offers an international research environment, intensive supervision, and financial support according to EPFL doctoral student conditions. The contract is a 1-year fixed-term appointment, renewable up to 4 years, with the goal of completing the PhD. Successful candidates must also enroll in one of EPFL’s doctoral school programs (EDEY, EDCE, EDMX, or EDPY).
Deadline: 2026-11-30. Start date: May 1, 2027 (alternative start date may be agreed). How to apply: submit the application via the EPFL job opportunities webpage with CV, motivation letter, diplomas, and transcripts/grades. Only online applications are considered.
Funding details
Stable position for up to 4 years to complete the PhD. Term of employment is a 1-year fixed-term contract (CDD), renewable for 4 years. Financial support is provided in accordance with EPFL doctoral student conditions.
What's required
Excellent Master’s-level degree in Micro-/Nanotechnology, Physics, Materials Science, Energy, or a related quantitative field. Strong background in one or more of reactive magnetron sputtering, electron-beam lithography, UV-VIS-NIR spectrophotometry, ultra-high vacuum scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), and/or photoelectron spectroscopies (XPS, UPS). Interest in micro-/nanostructures, electronic and optical material properties, plasmonics, and solar energy. Proficiency in English; French is a plus. Strong motivation for academic research, critical thinking, independence, good self-management, and excellent team spirit.
How to apply
Apply through the EPFL job opportunities webpage using the online platform. Include a CV, motivation letter, diplomas, and Bachelor’s/Master’s transcripts or grades. A separate EPFL doctoral school application is also required for eligibility.
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