PhD Position, Research Assistant (f/m/d) on Next-generation Hybrid Solar Technologies
Part time 75%

Organizational unit

Institute of Microstructure Technology (IMT)

Job description

You have the following tasks:

• Mechanical and optical design of next-generation hybrid solar collectors
• Selection of advanced optical materials; development of novel materials if required
• Optical, thermal, and electrical characterization of critical system components
• Numerical modeling and performance optimization of hybrid collector systems
• Fabrication and experimental evaluation through both indoor and outdoor testing
• Exploration of real-world applications, including integration into buildings and/or solar hydrogen production systems.

The activity offers the opportunity for a part-time doctorate.

The host institute offers a comprehensive range of state-of-the-art research facilities. These include cleanrooms for advanced optical material fabrication, full-spectrum solar simulators, research-grade weather stations, a fully equipped mechanical workshop, and dedicated outdoor testing sites at the KIT Solar Park. The position is based within the Hybrid Solar Technologies (HST) Lab (https://www.imt.kit.edu/3855.php), led by Dr. Gan Huang, which focuses on cutting-edge solutions for next-generation hybrid solar energy harvesting.

Starting date

01.09.2025 or later

Personal qualification

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related field
• Solid background in mechanical design, optics, photovoltaics, and heat transfer
• High proficiency in spoken and written English

Salary

Salary category 13, depending on the fulfillment of professional and personal requirements.