FUNDACIO INSTITU DE RECERCA EN ENERGIA DE CATALUNYA
Organisation/Company FUNDACIO INSTITU DE RECERCA EN ENERGIA DE CATALUNYA Research Field Engineering » Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 4 Nov 2026 - 10:15 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
The Process and Systems Monitoring Group of the Solar Energy Materials and Systems (SEMS) Department focuses on the development of specialized equipment for research and monitoring of materials and process conditions. We are seeking a candidate with a PhD to carry out research activities within the WIDE project (Wide-bandgap materials for Integrated Development of Green Energy systems), which focuses on kesterite-based thin-film photovoltaic technologies. Specifically,



the candidate will perform activities related to the development of laboratory automation and the management of the associated data. Accordingly, the candidate should be able to develop laboratory equipment, develop automation algorithms and validation tests, and contribute to reporting, dissemination, and training activities.
Main responsibilities:
Research and development activities:

Lead the development of automated laboratory systems for synthesis and characterization, including participating in the mechanical, electrical, and electronic design, integration, and assembly of the platforms.
Coordinate the testing and validation of automated platforms, including optical alignment and electronic testing.
Diagnose sensor performance and create comprehensive troubleshooting manuals to optimize system reliability.
Oversee quality control throughout the integration process to ensure automated laboratory system reliability during continuous and unattended testing operations.
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📌 ‘– Postdoctoral Researcher in the Process and Systems Monitoring Group’ (España)
🏢 FUNDACIO INSTITU DE RECERCA EN ENERGIA DE CATALUNYA
📍 España