Open positions
Undergraduate research opportunities
We are always open to students interested in master/semester projects and talented visiting students.
Please contact Prof. Dr. Maksym Kovalenko (mvkovalenko(at)ethz.ch).
PhD positions
We currently consider candidates for PhD studies or postoctoral projects in the following topics:
Topic 1. Mapping structure of Quantum Dots by solid-state NMR. The position is offered within the Horizon Europe MSCA Doctoral Network "Track The Twin". The Application deadline is August 31, but the candidates will still be considered beyond this deadline. More details on this position can be found in Download here (PDF, 444 KB). Applications should be submitted per email to Prof. Maksym V. Kovalenko (mvkovalenko(at)ethz.ch)
Topic 2. Synthesis of novel lead-free perovskite materials for hard radiation. More details on this position can be found Download here (PDF, 42 KB). Applications should be submitted to Dr. Sergii Yakunin (yakunins(at)ethz.ch), and Prof. Maksym Kovalenko (mvkovalenko(at)ethz.ch).
Topic 3. Development of perovskite colloidal nanocrystals with improved photophysical stability for optoelectronic applications. More details on this position can be found here. Applications should be submitted to Dr. Dmitry Dirin (ddirin(at)ethz.ch), Dr. Sergii Yakunin (yakunins(at)ethz.ch), and Prof. Maksym Kovalenko (mvkovalenko(at)ethz.ch)
Topic 4. Advanced perovskite image sensors. More details on this position can be found Download here (PDF, 59 KB). Applications should be submitted to Dr. Sergii Yakunin (yakunin(at)inorg.chem.ethz.ch), Dr. Ivan Shorubalko (external page Ivan.Shorubalko(at)empa.ch) and Prof. Maksym Kovalenko (mvkovalenko(at)ethz.ch)
Topic 5. Solid-State Chemistry of Metal Halides. More details on this position can be found Download here (PDF, 55 KB). Applications should be submitted to Dr. Sergii Yakunin (yakunin(at)inorg.chem.ethz.ch), and Prof. Maksym Kovalenko (mvkovalenko(at)ethz.ch)
Topic 6. Surface chemistry of lead halide perovskite nanocrystals. More details on this position can be found Download here (PDF, 176 KB). Applications should be submitted to Dr. Dmitry Dirin (dirin(at)inorg.chem.ethz.ch) and Prof. Maksym Kovalenko (mvkovalenko(at)ethz.ch)
Topic 7. Solid-state chemistry of Li-ion solid-state conductors. More details on this position can be found Download here (PDF, 122 KB). Applications should be submitted to Dr. Kostiantyn Kravchyk (kravchyk(at)inorg.chem.ethz.ch) and Prof. Maksym Kovalenko (mvkovalenko(at)ethz.ch)
Topic 8. Single Quantum Dot Spectroscopy and Quantum Light Applications. Applications should be submitted to Dr. Gabriele Rainò (rainog@ethz.ch) and Prof. Maksym Kovalenko (mvkovalenko(at)ethz.ch)
PhD and postdoctoral applications will be considered also for the following topics:
Topic 9. Light-emitting devices based on perovskite nancorystals and related inorganics (i.e. quantum dots)
Topic 10. Solid-state chemistry (solid-state synthesis and characterization of novel inorganic compounds)
Topic 11. High-throughput experimentation in solution-phase and solid-state synthesis of inorganic materials
Topic 12. Machine-learning and artificial intelligence in solution-phase and solid-state synthesis of inorganic materials
Topic 13. Li-ion batteries and post-Li-electrochemistries (Na, Mg, Al-based batteries; non-aqueous)
For PhD studies, bachelor and master degrees in chemistry, materials science or physics are required. Postdoctoral candidates with PhD degrees in physics or chemistry are both welcome to apply, and are expected to have outstanding experience and/or achievements in one of the seven topics described above. Postdoctoral fellows are expected to have excellent communication skills, be independent in preparing high-quality manuscripts, and able to mentor younger scientists (master students, PhD students).
Application process. The application package must include: (i) Application Letter, (ii) CV, (iii) and 2-3 recommendation letters (preferably sent by the referees), transcripts and any other relevant documents.
For topics 9 and 10: applications should be sent by email to Prof. Dr. Maksym Kovalenko (mvkovalenko(at)ethz.ch)
For topics 11 and 12 (positions are open only for postdocs): applications should be sent by email to Dr. Dmitry Dirin (dirin(at)inorg.chem.ethz.ch) and Prof. Dr. Maksym Kovalenko (mvkovalenko(at)ethz.ch)
For topic 13: applications should be sent by email to Dr. Kostiantyn Kravchyk (kravchyk(at)inorg.chem.ethz.ch) and Prof. Dr. Maksym Kovalenko (mvkovalenko(at)ethz.ch)
Notice on response time: we receive large volume of applications, but we are committed to review them all. We might be occasionally slow in responding, and we sincerely apologize for this.