Antonio Cammarata

The Advanced Materials Group at Czech Technical University in Prague, led by Associate Professor Antonio Cammarata, is offering two postdoctoral positions in the field of computational materials science. The research focuses on two main areas: computational study of electrode materials for ozone generation and advanced medium-entropy alloy systems for sustainable and safe nuclear energy applications. The first project involves computational modeling of electrode materials, which are crucial for efficient ozone generation. Ozone is a powerful oxidizing agent with significant applications in water treatment, air disinfection, food processing, and material coatings. The research aims to design and optimize materials that enhance ozone production and durability. The second project centers on the development and study of medium-entropy alloys for use in nuclear reactors. These materials must maintain structural integrity under extreme thermal, mechanical, and irradiation environments to ensure the safety and longevity of nuclear energy systems. The work involves advanced computational techniques to predict and analyze material behavior under such conditions. Applicants should hold a PhD in materials science, physics, chemistry, or a closely related discipline. Experience with computational modeling and simulation of materials is highly desirable. The group offers a collaborative and international research environment, with support for writing fellowship proposals such as the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship. Funding details and further information are available on the group website. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the Advanced Materials Group website for detailed job descriptions and application instructions. For further inquiries, contact Professor Antonio Cammarata or refer to the provided links.

The Czech Technical University in Prague invites applications for a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions co-funded PhD fellowship on “Diamond-based photovoltaics for advanced sustainable energy.” This position is hosted by the Advanced Materials Group within the Department of Control Engineering, Faculty of Electrical Engineering. The project is supervised by Associate Professor Antonio Cammarata and is part of the prestigious Horizon Europe – COFUND programme. The research focuses on the computational design and characterization of novel nanostructured diamond-based materials for next-generation photovoltaic (PV) applications. The aim is to develop PV materials that can generate electric current through multiple mechanisms beyond the standard photovoltaic effect, including multiple exciton generation, singlet fission, and thermoelectric conversion. The project will utilize advanced computational techniques such as molecular dynamics simulations with machine learning force fields parameterized on-the-fly using ab initio data, as well as quantum mechanical calculations to analyze electronic structure and photocurrent generation in doped-diamond systems. Students will have access to High Performance Computing centers to accelerate computational efforts. The outcomes of this research are expected to guide the design of innovative diamond-derived PV materials for multiprocess photon-to-current conversion, contributing to sustainable energy solutions. The fellowship is co-funded by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions European program, offering competitive funding and benefits. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in Physics (preferably solid state physics), Materials Science, or a closely related field, and demonstrate excellent English proficiency. No prior research experience is required. Full eligibility criteria, benefits, and application instructions are available on the official fellowship programme page. To apply, visit the official programme website and select “Diamond-based photovoltaics” among the list of offered topics. The application deadline is May 31, 2026. For further information, contact Associate Professor Antonio Cammarata at [email protected].

Antonio Cammarata, Associate Professor at Czech Technical University in Prague , is advertising PhD and postdoctoral positions in the Advanced Materials Group . The openings are centered on atomistic simulations and advanced materials research, with projects including diamond-based photovoltaics for advanced sustainable energy and high-velocity dust impacts on tungsten plasma-facing materials . These topics are well suited to candidates with interests in materials science , physics , electrical engineering , and related computational or experimental work in advanced materials. The post specifically mentions a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions co-funded PhD fellowship for one of the PhD opportunities, indicating funded research support. A separate postdoctoral researcher position is also available. No stipend amount, tuition details, or language-test waiver is stated in the excerpt. Deadline: June 30, 2026 for the PhD position and August 31, 2026 for the postdoctoral position. Interested applicants should review the job opportunities page, read the project-specific details, and apply through the linked page before the relevant deadline.