Doctoral thesis position (M/F): Development of thermophotovoltaic cells and associated photonic devices
New
- FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
- 36 mounth
- BAC+5
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Laboratoire d'analyse et d'architecture des systèmes
Contract Type
FTC PhD student / Offer for thesis
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
31031 TOULOUSE
Contract Duration
36 mounth
Date of Hire
07/09/2026
Remuneration
2300 € gross monthly
Apply Application Deadline : 05 June 2026 23:59
Job Description
Thesis Subject
This Ph.D. thesis project focuses on the modeling, design, fabrication, and characterization of thermophotovoltaic (TPV) cells and associated photonic devices that provide spectral selectivity in order to efficiently convert high-temperature heat (1200 to 1500 °C) into electricity.
The project relies on the use of the InGaAsSb semiconductor material for the cell's absorber and primarily 1D (multilayer) and 2D metallic photonic crystals to ensure spectral selectivity.
The thesis work will focus on three main tasks:
1. Modeling and design
The PhD student will use photonic and optoelectronic simulation tools to determine the structures of the InGaAsSb cell and photonic filters that optimize the performance of the thermophotovoltaic system (high-temperature emitter – filter – cell).
2. Fabrication
While the cell layers will be grown at the Institute of Electronics and Systems (Montpellier), the PhD student will use micro- and nanofabrication techniques at LAAS to fabricate the thermophotovoltaic cells and photonic filters designed in Task 1.
3. Performance characterization under laboratory conditions
The fabricated photovoltaic and photonic components will be characterized under laboratory conditions. In particular, a solar cell characterization bench will be modified for thermophotovoltaic conversion conditions by incorporating a blackbody cavity. The functions of photonic filters will be tested separately and under TPV conversion conditions.
The project thus combines physical modeling, numerical simulation, cleanroom fabrication, and experimentation in the field of energy conversion. It is part of a collaborative research program involving several academic laboratories and aims to develop innovative solutions for electricity generation from thermal sources.
Your Work Environment
The selected candidate will join the “Photonics” team at LAAS.
Constraints and risks
The selected candidate will be using the LAAS technology platforms (“Micro- and Nanofabrication” and “Characterization”).
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 | UPR8001-RODVAI-003 |
|---|---|
| CN Section(s) / Research Area | Mathematics and mathematical interactions |
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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