Postdoc in in Organic Electronics with focus on a novel light-emission technology

We are looking for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join “The Organic Photonics and Electronics Group” (web: opeg-umu.com ) at Umeå University, Sweden. You will be part of a larger effort aimed at the fundamental study and practical development of light-emitting electrochemical cells (LECs).

The LEC is a novel technology that is attracting increasing interest from both academia and industry since it can be thin, lightweight and flexible, since it can be highly sustainable, and because it can be fabricated in its entirety by scalable ambient-air printing. The unique and enabling feature of the LEC is the in-situ formation of a light-emitting p-i-n junction in the active material by electrochemical doping.

Your primary task will be to tune this electrochemically formed doping structure for efficient emission through a combination of advanced spectroscopy, electrochemistry and device design and development. You will collaborate closely with other members of the group as well as external academic and industrial partners. For information on relevant background research, please refer to our earlier publications: DOI: 10.1002/adma.202310156, DOI: 10.1038/s41467-025-55954-3 and DOI: 10.1002/adma.202107849.

This recruitment is connected to the Wallenberg Initiative Materials Science for Sustainability (WISE, wise-materials.org ). WISE, funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation, is the largest-ever investment in materials science in Sweden and will encompass major efforts at Sweden’s foremost universities over the course of 10 years. The vision is a sustainable future through materials science. Read more: https://wise-materials.org .

Why Join?

• Innovative Research: Contribute to cutting-edge research that aims to revolutionize how light-emission devices can be fabricated and utilized.
• Professional Growth: Access to state-of-the-art facilities, funding for conference participation, and professional development.
• Collaborative Environment: Work in a dynamic and supportive team with ongoing collaborations with leading groups in academia and a direct connection to industry.
• Quality of Life: Enjoy the vibrant cultural scene and beautiful natural surroundings of Umeå.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Organic or Printed Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field. The degree should preferably have been awarded within 3 years of the time of employment. Candidates that are nearing the award of their PhD degree are also encouraged to apply.
• Documented experience with the investigation and development of light-emitting devices, such as OLEDs or LECs.
• Documented experience with advanced spectroscopy and electrochemical methods.
• Strong proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Demonstrated early career achievements, including scientific publications.

Contract terms

Full-time temporary position for up to two (2) years, which can be extended depending on performance and available funding. The employment starts May 1, 2025, or according to agreement.

Application procedure

Your application should be in English (preferably) or in Swedish and in the form of PDF files, and it should be submitted through our electronic recruitment system by clicking the button at the following link: https://www.umu.se/en/work-with-us/open-positions/post-doc-2-years-in-organic-electronics-with-focus-on-development-of-novel-light-emission-devices_798221/ . 

Required documents

• Curriculum vitae (CV), including a full list of publications and two references.
• Personal letter (max 2 pages) presenting your qualifications, research interests, motivation for application and future professional goals.
• Electronic copy of your PhD thesis.
• Certified copies of degrees, grades, and other relevant certificates.

Applications sent via email will not be processed.

Application deadline
April 6, 2025.

Contact information
For questions, please contact Prof. Ludvig Edman, email: ludvig.edman@umu.se  

We look forward to receiving your application!