Empa, Materials Science and Technology
Dübendorf
Postdoctoral Researcher in organic light-emitting devices (OLEDs)
- 19 September 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Dübendorf
Job summary
Empa is a leading research institution focused on materials science. Join a vibrant team dedicated to advancing OLED technology and optoelectronics.
Tasks
- Fabricate and optimize NIR-emitting OLED devices for research.
- Collaborate closely with PhD projects and partners for knowledge exchange.
- Publish findings in journals and present at international conferences.
Skills
- PhD in Physics or related field; OLEDs experience is a plus.
- Strong foundation in organic electronics and optoelectronics.
- Experience with thin-film device fabrication and characterization.
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About the job
Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100 employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain.
Postdoctoral Researcher in organic light-emitting devices (OLEDs)
You will join an interdisciplinary SNSF Sinergia research project involving three Swiss partner institutions. The project aims to explore plasmonic enhancement of near-infrared (NIR)-emitting organic light-emitting devices (OLEDs) and to advance the understanding and performance of next-generation NIR optoelectronic devices.You will become part of a strong and highly interdisciplinary research environment, bringing together expertise in theory, nanoparticle science, OLED technology, and organic chemistry. You will work closely with two ongoing PhD projects focusing on OLED science and chemical synthesis, providing an excellent opportunity for scientific exchange and collaboration across disciplines.
Your tasks
- Fabrication, optimization, and characterization of NIR-emitting OLED devices
- Close collaboration and active scientific exchange with project partners
- Analysis, interpretation, and documentation of experimental results
- Preparation and publication of scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals
- Presentation of research results at international conferences and scientific meetings
Your profile
- PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
- Strong background in OLEDs, organic electronics, optoelectronics, or photonics
- Hands-on experience with fabrication and characterization of thin-film optoelectronic devices
- Experience with NIR-emitting devices and/or plasmonics/nanophotonics is highly desirable
- Strong interest in interdisciplinary research and collaborative projects
- Motivated, proactive, and enthusiastic mindset
Our offer
We offer a fully funded 2 year post-doc position at Empa to conduct cutting-edge research in an inderdisciplinary field of optoelectronics. Applications are open immediately with an expected starting date of 01.01.2027 or upon mutual agreement.
We live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative, sustainable and meaningful activities - that's what counts.
We look forward to receiving your complete online application including a letter of motivation, CV, certificates, diplomas and contact details of two reference persons. Please submit these exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be considered.
