Postdoc: Development of 3D printable organic thermoelectric materials

☞ KU Leuven

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Update Tag: 16-11-2025

Ort: Leuven Flemish Brabant

Kategorie: Transport / Logistik / Lager

Industrie: Onderwijs

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Jobinhalt

The work will be performed at the FMolina-Lopez group (https://www.molina-lopezresearchlab.com/), within the “Surface and Interface Engineered Materials” unit at the Department of Materials Engineering of KU Leuven, and under the direct supervision of Prof. F. Molina-Lopez .

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Responsibilities
We are looking for a motivated postdoctoral researcher to develop 3D printable p- and n-type organic thermoelectric materials and to integrate them on flexible thermoelectric generators. Methodologies will be stablished to characterize the molecular structure of the materials, as well as their electrical and thermal properties. Routes based on printing electronics techniques will be developed for the integration of such materials on a flexible device. Manufacturing a prototype of a flexible wearable thermogenerator will be the final goal of the project

This work involves strong interaction with a team of 3 PhD researchers working on the same project. The postdoctoral researcher will support the PhD students in their lab activities, with theoretical knowledge and with academic writing. She/he will lead international collaborations when needed.

The candidate must write scientific publications, present at international conferences, and participate in patents. She/he must also contribute to grant writing to develop her/his skills as an independent researcher.

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We are looking for an outstanding researcher with:

  • A PhD degree in Applied Physics or Engineering focused on experimental work in electronic/energy materials:
  • Extensive experience working in a chemistry lab.
  • Hands-on experience in chemical, morphological and electrical characterization of materials. (Familiarity with thermal characterization is a plus).
  • Experience working with electronic/energy materials (ideally organic) and/or nanomaterials.

  • Solid theoretical knowledge in two or more of the following fields: nano/microfabrication, wearable electronics, printing electronics, organic electronics, thermoelectric materials or devices, polymer processing and characterization, material thermal characterization, materials electronic characterization, transport phenomena.
  • Strong publication record: 3 or more peer-reviewed papers in Q1 journals, and presentation in at least two international conferences. Having participated in patent writing is a plus.

  • Proven track record of teamwork, demonstrated through joint papers, participation in consortium-based projects, etc.

  • Willingness to navigate an interdisciplinary and fast-paced working environment.

  • An international profile with experience working in different countries is desirable.

  • Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory.

  • Other: please feel free to highlight it in the motivation letter.

Offer
The position includes competitive salary, medical care, and research and conference expenses for 1 year (with possibility to extend 1 or 2 more years) at the Department of Materials Engineering of KU Leuven.

The project is funded by the European Union H2020 ERC grant 3DALIGN. We offer an exciting environment where to thrive as an independent researcher. KU Leuven is one of the top 50 universities in the world (top 11 in Engineering in Europe) according to the "Times Higher Education" ranking 2022 and ranks #7 (top in Europe) in the "World’s Most Innovative Universities" ranking elaborated by Reuters. KU Leuven offers an exciting multi-disciplinary research environment, a broad range of training courses for staff, and full social and medical insurance.
Located in Belgium, at the heart of Europe, and less than 3 hours by train from cities like Paris, London or Amsterdam, Leuven is a cultural and historical city with a vibrant international student lifestyle.

Interested?
For more information, please check our group website: https://www.molina-lopezresearchlab.com/ or contact Prof. Francisco Molina-Lopez (francisco.molinalopez@kuleuven.be) with the subject “Postdoc position”.

You can apply for this job no later than March 14, 2022 via the online application tool

KU Leuven seeks to foster an environment where all talents can flourish, regardless of gender, age, cultural background, nationality or impairments. If you have any questions relating to accessibility or support, please contact us at diversiteit.HR@kuleuven.be.
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Frist: 31-12-2025

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