Research Assistant- Thin Film Solar Cells (RRP.14.50.16.24)

International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Organisation/Company International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) Research Field Physics » Applied physics Chemistry Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Country Portugal Application Deadline 16 Dec 2025 - 23:00 (Europe/Lisbon) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Job Reference: RRP. 14. 50. 16. 24

Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Number of Vacancies:1

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Duration:6 months

Open Date for Applications:November 27th, 2025

Closing Date for Applications: December 16th, 2025, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)

Key words:#thinfilms #solarcells #cleanroomprocessing #optics #opticalmodelling

Overview

The Salomé – Nanofabrication, Optoelectronics, and Energy Applicationsresearch group is dedicated to upscaling of nanotechnology in energy and optoelectronic devices. The current group portfolio consists of 3 National, 3 European and 2 Industrial service projects in a team of close to 30 researchers. These projects are helping Portugal, Iberia and Europe to incorporate nanotechnology in a multitude of applications and to increase our understanding of nanotechnology. The group interacts with an assortment of partners, from academia to the industry including policy makers and state officials.

We are looking for a recent MSc to join our group and help us developing thin film solar cells under the R2U Technology Agenda from the PRR framework.

We foster a collaborative and innovative environment where a team from a diverse background in knowledge; and in nationality, is encouraged to bring their ideas and expertise to the table. Join us in driving innovation and translating research into impactful applications.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Job Duties

The job duties will be the following:

• Growth and characterisation of thin films;
• Solar cell characterisation;

Clean room processing.

Mandatory Qualifications

Education

• MSc in Applied Physics, Physics Engineering, Chemistry, Micro and Nano, or any other Engineering relevant field.

Experience and Technical Skills

• Experience with renewable energy systems;
• Thin film solar cells deposition and preparation;

Experience in optics and optical modelling.

Personal Skills

• “Hands-on” approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines;
• Problem Solving ability;
• Customer orientation;
• Ability to work independently and as team player;
• Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges;
• Private health insurance;
• Family allowances (according to family situation);
• Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability);
• Support for education fees of dependent children;
• Relocation support;

30 working days of annual leave.

How to Apply

The application must be in English and include the following mandatory documents:

• Academic and/or Professional diplomas;
• Recognition of academic degrees(only academic degreesawarded
  - Portuguesehigher education institutions) *

*The selected candidate(s)with an academic degreegranted by a
- Portuguesehighereducation institution mustpresent, for hiring purposes, the certificate of recognition of thatdegree(s), issued by the
Portuguese Directorate General for Higher
Education or by a Portuguese Public Higher Education
Institution. Pleaseconsult the website of the Portuguese Directorate General for Higher Education: https://www.dges. gov. pt/en.

Online application instructions

• The application is made online by clicking the “Apply” button;
• The candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form;
• The candidate must submit the mandatory documents mentioned above in pdf format by including them in the “Additional files” section using the “Add portfolio” button.

Incomplete applications including the failure to provide mandatory documents or providing inaccurate information will result in the application not being considered.

How the Selection Process works

A. Applications eligibility check

This stage will be carried out on the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and technical skills defined for the job, as well as the validation of the mandatory documents. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will move forward to the next stage.

B. CV Assessment

The Selection Committee will evaluate the eligible applications based on their CV and other submitted documents and the suitability for the position. The best ranked candidates will be shortlisted for the interview stage(s).

C. Interview(s)

The interview(s) may be done in different formats: video recording, online or onsite.

The question based interview will evaluate the match between the candidate’s profile and the requirements for the position, including the technical and personal skills. To better support this stage, the candidate may be requested to prepare a short presentation.

D. Nomination

The selected candidate will be nominated and formally offered the position, including the disclosure of the contractual conditions.

Additional Information

We highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle

INL follows a
- discrimination and equal access principle, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.

The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice in order to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.

About INL

The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL ( http://www.inl. int ), is the first and only Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.

It was founded under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research, deploy and communicate nanotechnology for the benefit of society. INL aims to be a recognised leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.