ZSW Perovskite-Silicon Tandem Photovoltaic Doctoral Fellowship

Three-year doctoral research fellowship in Stuttgart investigating atomic layer deposition, wide-bandgap perovskite top cells, and stability optimization in tandem solar devices.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master of Science in Physics, Materials Science, or Semiconductor Technology with top grades
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or fluent professional English
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Master thesis abstract, curriculum vitae, and statement of research interests
Recommendation letters: Two letters of recommendation from semiconductor physics professors

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: TV-L E13 (75% to 100%) scientific salary (€38,000 - €50,000/year) plus international conference travel
Application fee: €0 application fee
Tuition / joining costs: Tuition-free doctoral education via University of Stuttgart

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 31, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Zentrum für Sonnenenergie- und Wasserstoff-Forschung Baden-Württemberg (ZSW) documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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