PhD Scholarship

Simon Fraser University’s Sustainable Optoelectronics Research Group is advertising multiple openings in perovskite solar cells, tandem photovoltaics, printable semiconductors, and related optoelectronic materials. The group is led by Prof. Vincenzo Pecunia at the School of Sustainable Energy Engineering in Canada.

Openings include PhD opportunities in wide-bandgap perovskites for tandem photovoltaic devices, printable organic solar cells for agrivoltaic applications, and a postdoctoral opportunity in wide-bandgap perovskites for tandem photovoltaics. The research themes span materials synthesis, device fabrication, optoelectronic characterization, stability improvement, scalability, and clean-energy applications.

For the PhD positions, the post asks for applicants with a Master’s degree or near-completion of a Master’s in chemistry, physics, materials science, nanotechnology, electronics engineering, sustainable energy engineering, or related areas. Strong laboratory experience in perovskite photovoltaics, organic semiconductors, quantum-dot semiconductors, device fabrication, and characterization is preferred. A cumulative GPA of 80% or higher is required, along with excellent English and compliance with Simon Fraser University graduate admission requirements. International applicants must be eligible for a Canadian study permit.

For the postdoctoral role, applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant field such as materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, or sustainable energy engineering. The post emphasizes independent research experience, publications, strong lab skills in perovskite solar cells and materials/device characterization, and eligibility to work in Canada.

Funding is described as a PhD scholarship opportunity, but no stipend amount or full funding details are provided in the post. The positions are open on a rolling basis and remain available until filled. Start dates mentioned include May or September 2026 for some PhD roles and January 2027 for the postdoc.

To apply, candidates should email a single PDF containing a CV, transcripts, a cover letter, and three referees’ contact details to [email protected]. The post also links to the group’s vacancies page for more details.