PhD in Theoretical Chemistry (M/F) : Modeling of the Electronic and Photovoltaic Properties of the Sb₂Se₃ Material
New
- FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
- 36 mounth
- Doctorate
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Institut des matériaux de Nantes Jean Rouxel
Contract Type
FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
44322 NANTES
Contract Duration
36 mounth
Date of Hire
01/10/2026
Remuneration
2300 € gross monthly
Apply Application Deadline : 28 April 2026 23:59
Job Description
Thesis Subject
Antimony selenide (Sb₂Se₃) is a promising semiconductor for photovoltaic applications due to its low toxicity, abundance, and excellent optoelectronic properties. However, its performance is still limited by intrinsic defects, band misalignment, and interfaces with buffer layers. This PhD project aims to combine theoretical modeling and experimental collaborations to predict and optimize the electronic and photovoltaic properties of Sb₂Se₃. The objective is to propose strategies involving S/Se substitution, defect engineering, and the selection of suitable buffer layers to achieve an optimal material prior to its synthesis and experimental characterization. This PhD position is funded within the framework of the ANR SOLART project.
Profile sought:
Master's degree in physics, chemistry, theoretical chemistry, materials science, or an equivalent field.
Strong background in atomistic modeling (DFT, CRYSTAL, VASP, or equivalent).
Interest in photovoltaic materials and the interface between theory and experimentation.
Autonomy, curiosity, and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
Your Work Environment
The host laboratory is the Institut des Matériaux de Nantes Jean Rouxel (IMN, UMR 6502, http://www.cnrs-imn.fr
). IMN is a joint research center between CNRS and Nantes Université, comprising more than 200 members, including over 120 permanent staff (professors, CNRS researchers, and engineers) and around 80 PhD students and postdoctoral researchers.
The PhD candidate will be jointly supervised by a Full Professor and a CNRS Research Director from the “Innovative Materials for Optics, Photovoltaics, and Storage” (MIOPS) team.
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
2300 € gross monthly
Annual leave and RTT
44 jours
Remote Working practice and compensation
Pratique et indemnisation du TT
Transport
Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€
About the offer
| Offer reference | UMR6502-CAMLAT-004 |
|---|---|
| CN Section(s) / Research Area | Physical chemistry, theoretical and analytic |
About the CNRS
The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.
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