Fully Funded PhD Scholarship 2025 in 2D Materials – Tyndall National Institute, University College Cork, Ireland
The Tyndall National Institute at University College Cork (UCC) is currently offering a 4-year fully funded PhD scholarship in partnership with Intel. This highly innovative research position will study the grain boundary impact on 2D materials in order to improve device performance in emerging semiconductor technologies.
The selected candidate will be part of the Nanoelectronic Materials and Devices (NMD) Group who will work on transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs). The project involves the fabrication and characterization of high-performance TMD-based devices.
Program Details:
- University / Organization: Tyndall National Institute, University College Cork
- Department: Nanoelectronics Materials and Devices Group
- Program Level: PhD
- Type of Funding: Full
- Duration: 4 years
- Stipend: €25,000 per year
- Application Deadline: May 2, 2025
- Nationality: All nationalities
- Location: Ireland
- Study Mode: Online submission, Ireland-based research
The PhD study will investigate the influence of grain boundaries in 2D materials on electronic transport and device performance. This involves experimental design, data acquisition, and simulation assistance. The goal is to create stable 2D semiconductor devices with enhanced electrical properties and long-term stability.
This role offers access to state-of-the-art nanofabrication facilities and hands-on mentorship by top researchers and industry partners such as Intel.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for this opportunity, candidates should:
– Possess an undergraduate degree (at least 2:1) in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or an equivalent field
– Be exceptionally motivated with an active interest in nanoelectronics and 2D materials
– Aa good writer and communicator
– Be able to work as an individual as well as within a multidisciplinary team
– Exhibit flexibility, creativity, and initiative when working in research settings
Desirable Qualifications:
- First-class honours (1:1) or a Master’s degree in an appropriate discipline
- Experience with TMD devices, EBL, or 2D material transfer
- Familiarity with carrier transport physics in TMD semiconductors
Application Process:
The following must be submitted by applicants:
– An updated CV/resume
– A brief cover letter detailing how they fulfill the eligibility requirements
– English language proficiency evidence if required (according to UCC regulations)
Applications should be made online through the Tyndall official portal. Informatory inquiries may be made with Dr. Farzan Gity. International applicants may have Garda vetting or police clearance as part of the process.
Benefits:
– A fully funded 4-year PhD with €25,000 per annum stipend
– Collaboration with world-leading facilities at Tyndall
– Industry partnership with Intel and international academic collaborators
– Career development through taught modules, public outreach, and inter-disciplinary training
– Become part of Ireland’s leading nanotechnology and photonics research institute
