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Senior Perovskite Scientist

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At Tandem PV we are a team of people who are passionate about building a more sustainable world by bringing more cost effective solar panels onto the market. We’re scaling metal-halide perovskite solar technology to make best-in-class mechanically stacked tandem modules. We have built efficient, durable cells, monolithic multi-cell submodules, and packaged modules with our scalable, low-cost process. Our next focus is expanding our team and building a pilot manufacturing facility. Sounds like a lot, right? It is, and that’s why we need you to join the team!

In this critical role, you will work with a team of engineers and technicians in our R&D laboratory to execute and develop thin film solution deposition processes. You will be working closely with others to design experiments and help set a path towards manufacturing of perovskite panels. You will interface directly with your colleagues on the solution processing team as well as other teams to develop and execute experimental plans.

To stand out in this role, you will:

Work with a team of scientists/engineers/technicians to increase our capabilities, improve process efficiency, and dive deep into expanding our understanding of perovskite inks and perovskite deposition process within our module stack.
Be hands on, leading some of the experimentation yourself.
Optimize and troubleshoot perovskite deposition processes and de-bottleneck throughput limitations
Perform thin-film metrology and analyze and interpret results
Set perovskite development plans and execute on project plans
Be able to clearly and effectively communicate, plan, and execute with other teams in R&D to develop perovskite modules.

Qualifications:

We can teach a lot, but there are some basics you’ll need to know to hit the ground running, that includes:
- Understand perovskite chemistry
- Deep knowledge of science of perovskite solar cells, spanning chemistry, materials science, processing, and device physics
- Previous experience with slot-die coating, preferably in industry, preferably with low-viscosity fluids, preferably on sheet-to-sheet
- Have scale up experience with slot-die coating to larger substrate sizes and pre-production tools
- Experience maintaining and troubleshooting processing tools
- Hands on lab experience - including knowledge of safety in a wet chemistry environment and safe use of hazardous materials
- Ability to create specific actionable project plans
Key skills that will help you accelerate in this role include:
- A creative and curious approach to problem solving
- Systems thinking - seeing each part/piece as a part of something bigger, piecing everything together for smooth connections and hand offs.
- Ability to have successful technical feedback loops with technicians and engineers for project execution
- Expert in statistics and data analytics
- PhD or Postdoc with Thesis or postgraduate work related to perovskite solar cells
If you happen to have these skills - it’ll put you ahead of the game!
- Knowledge and experience with halide perovskite materials and devices
- Slot-die coating experience
- Experience working in a solar company
- No people managing anticipated, only technical managing

What we offer:

An awesome team of dedicated technologists changing the way the world is powered! If that’s not enough, we’ll take good care of you and your family with:

Flexible Time Off
Healthcare coverage
Life Insurance
Long-term & Short-term Disability
Parental leave
Meaningful equity

Tandem PV uses perovskite & silicon mechanically-stacked tandems to upgrade silicon solar panels, sharply decreasing installed systems costs, significantly increasing module manufacturing profit margins, and opening up vast new solar markets in the US and worldwide. TPV was co-founded by Stanford PhDs Colin Bailie and Chris Eberspacher; is advised by industry experts from Corning, First Solar, Vivint Solar, and Kateeva; has raised more than $50M in Series A funding. We were recently recognized as the Best Pre-Commercial Venture of 2025 by the Industry Growth Forum (IGF)

We are a team of people who are passionate about building a more sustainable world by delivering a new generation of solar panels to the market. We are constantly growing and are always looking for dedicated, hardworking, and empathetic teammates.

Tandem PV is a diverse, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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What You Should Know About Senior Perovskite Scientist, Tandem PV

At Tandem PV, we are a passionate team on a mission to transform the solar energy landscape by rolling out cost-effective solar panels. As a Senior Perovskite Scientist, you will be at the forefront of our innovative efforts in San Jose, where your expertise will help scale our metal-halide perovskite solar technology. You’ll join a collaborative environment where you will design experiments and contribute to the development of efficient and durable solar cells. Your role will involve engaging closely with engineers and technicians in our R&D lab, executing and enhancing thin film solution deposition processes. You will tackle challenges head-on by optimizing perovskite deposition methods, troubleshooting processes, and analyzing results. Your hands-on approach will be vital, and you will create actionable project plans in conjunction with various teams, always pushing towards the manufacturing of state-of-the-art perovskite panels. To thrive in this role, you will need a solid understanding of perovskite chemistry, along with experience in slot-die coating and scaling these processes. If you’re curious, creative, and ready to dive into the depths of material science and processing, Tandem PV is the place for you. Join us as we look to expand our pilot manufacturing facility and bring a new generation of solar technology to market. We offer a vibrant culture along with benefits like flexible time off and healthcare coverage, making it an ideal environment to grow your career while making a significant impact on sustainability.

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What are the key responsibilities of a Senior Perovskite Scientist at Tandem PV?

As a Senior Perovskite Scientist at Tandem PV, your primary responsibilities will include developing and optimizing thin film solution deposition processes, collaborating closely with engineering and technician teams, and designing experiments for the manufacturing of perovskite panels. You will also analyze results using thin-film metrology and help create specific actionable project plans, all while being a hands-on leader in experimentation.