Project and job description

This is a four year research project which should lead to a PhD at Delft University of Technology.
Luminescent solar concentrators can be a cheap alternative to ordinary solar cells. In these concentrators, escape of light and self-absorption can be diminished by using photonic band-stop filters and diffractive elements.  In this project we will investigate novel multi-layer structures with varying layer thicknesses at the nano-scale and diffractive nano-structures to direct light. This will involve theoretical optics for design (partly to be developed), material science for making the elements (knowledge exchange with TU/e), and system physics. The research comprises theoretical and experimental work in approximately equal amounts and concerns:
1) Theory, design and realisation of multi-layer filters and diffractive structures.
2) Integration of nano-elements in medium-scale demonstrator (30×30 cm).

The research will be carried out in the Optics Research Group of Delft University of Technology. There will be collaboration with Philips Research.
Requirements
Applicants should have graduated in physics. Knowledge of geometrical and/or physical optics is recommended. Delft University of Technology is a bilingual organisation. A good command of English (written and spoken) is essential.
Conditions of employment
The extent of this position is a maximum of 38 hours per week (1 FTE). This position has a temporary employment basis of 1 year (12 months). The estimated PhD starting salary is € 2,042 per month gross, with a maximum of € 2,612 gross (based on a full-time appointment and depending on experience). Benefits and other employment conditions are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. The successful candidate will be employed by TU Delft for a fixed period of 4 years (48 months). Within nine months from the start of the PhD research, the appointee will present his or her proposal to a scientific committee. If the proposal is approved, the appointment will be extended for another three years within which he/she is expected to write a dissertation leading to the Dr title (PhD thesis). With regard to selection, internal candidates take precedence over external candidates. TU Delft strives to increase the number of women in higher academic positions; women are thus especially encouraged to apply.

Information and application
For further details on the position you are welcome to contact Prof. H.P. Urbach, phone: +31 (0) 15 – 27 86146 or: +31 (0)15 – 27 81444,
e-mail: H.P. Urbach at tudelft.nl

To apply, please send a detailed CV together with a letter of motivation to Delft University of Technology, Faculty of Applied Sciences, attn. Prof. H.P. Urbach, Lorentzweg 1, 2628 CJ Delft, The Netherlands; or apply online to: H.P. Urbach  at tudelft.nl.