Laboratory Introduction

The HERO Lab, led by Prof. Randi Azmi at the School of Science and Engineering, performs extensive research on high-efficiency organic and inorganic hybrid thin film-based single and multi-junction solar cells. We are working on developing a realistic, high-efficiency, and stable solar-cell technology. With this emphasis, we approach technological advancements from a variety of disciplines, covering fields from novel materials to device fabrication, involving process and material optimization, as well as evaluating solar cells in realistic working environments with the goal of advancing them to an industrial level.
Dr. Azmi received the ASEAN Young Scientist Award for his exceptional contributions to science, technology, and innovation. He also received the Outstanding Young Talents Program (Overseas) project from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC). He has authored/coauthored 40+ publications in renowned journals, such as Science (2), Nature (2), Joule (3), Nature Communication (2), Advanced Materials (2), Advanced Energy Materials (7), and ACS Energy Letters (7).

Position

Post Doc Fellow

Expected Start Date: September 1, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter

Applicants should have:

1. Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry or Physics, Materials Science, or a related field.

2. Strong background and expertise in fabrication and characterization of solar cells.

3. Experience with perovskite projects.

4. Good communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment.

Job Duties include:

1. Focus on producing original first-author publications in high-impact journals.

2. Design and optimize fabrication processes for high-quality perovskite films and devices.

3. Prototype solar cell/modules and conduct electrical and photophysical characterizations.

4. Mentor and advise graduate students and research assistants working on related projects.

5. Contribute to research grant writing and actively pursue external funding opportunities to support ongoing research efforts.

Salary and Fringe Benefits

Salary will be comparable to international standards, commensurate with experience and accomplishments. Appointments will be made under the establishment of CUHK-Shenzhen, and employee benefits will be provided according to the relevant labor laws of Mainland China as well as CUHK-Shenzhen regulations.

Application Procedure

Please include in your application package a cover letter; your full academic CV; information on 2 referees that are prepared to be consulted; your two most relevant publications. Please send as a single combined PDF whose file name includes your first and last names to Prof. Randi Azmi (randiazmi@cuhk.edu.cn) with the subject PDF-perovskite before September 1 2025. Evaluation of candidates will begin immediately and continue until filled.

Closing Date: August 31, 2025