Careers

QD Solar is a fast-growing start-up commercializing cutting-edge nanotechnology developed at the University of Toronto, Canada. Our mission is to become a world-leading manufacturer of next-generation photovoltaic (PV) systems. QD Solar’s product is a low-cost, lightweight, and flexible high-power density solar sheet. We combine two advanced light-absorbing materials, quantum dots and perovskites, to take solar beyond efficiencies achievable using silicon. We are looking to build a world class team to help us invent the future of Solar technology. Please take a look at positions we are currently recruiting for and let us know if you might be interested.

Nanomaterials Chemist

We are looking for a dynamic nanomaterials chemist with outstanding managerial, organizational and technical skills, work ethic and ingenuity to join our team and help build the future of solar technology.

The driven, passionate, self-motivated and enthusiastic candidate will join our multidisciplinary R&D team which is located in the heart of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Interested candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter, a resume, and a list of at least 3 professional references to careers@qdsolarinc.com.

As a successful candidate, you will own a variety of responsibilities and duties related to the fabrication of ink formulations and thin-film PV devices.

Responsibilities and duties include:
  • You will work with our team to create, optimize, and scale perovskite and QD ink formulations for solar cell fabrication.
  • You will apply your knowledge in thin film deposition technology to fabricate quantum dot and perovskite thin films by means of spincoating and roll-to-roll-compatible coating technologies, namely blade coating and slot die coating.
  • You will use your strong organizational skills to implement and track the daily fabrication of solar cells and supply of materials.
  • You will plan and manage design of experiments (DOE) on a daily basis.
  • You will work closely with our management team for short and long-term planning of the development of the technology.
  • You will implement strict quality control throughout the chemical processes.
  • You will train staff and interns on our material processing.
  • You will accurately create and maintain standard operating procedures and written records to ensure high work reproducibility with high degree of quality and reliability.
  • You will lead, manage, and work with our team to execute daily solar cell experiments.
 
Requirements include:
  • You have a PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology Engineering, or Materials Science.
  • You have outstanding organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
  • You have experience in managing and motivating a team of driven scientists and engineers.
  • You have extensive experience in handling and fabricating air and moisture-sensitive inorganic and organometallic nanomaterials and inks.
  • You have substantial knowledge of materials, methods, and tools used in photovoltaic device fabrication and processing.
  • You have excellent communication skills among colleagues, industry and suppliers.
  • You excel in data analysis and are familiar with data and inventory tracking (Excel, etc.).

Photovoltaic Thin Film Coating Scientist

We are looking for a dynamic photovoltaic scientist with a strong background in thin film roll-to-roll compatible coating techniques, with outstanding managerial, organizational and technical skills, and with high work ethic and ingenuity to join our team and help build the future of solar technology.
The driven, passionate, self-motivated and enthusiastic candidate will join our multidisciplinary R&D team which is located in the heart of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Interested candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter, a resume, and a list of at least three professional references to careers@qdsolarinc.com.

As a successful candidate, you will own a variety of responsibilities and duties related to the fabrication of large-area quantum dot and perovskite thin-film PV devices.

Responsibilities and duties include:
  • You will work with our team to scale-up QD and perovskite ink formulations.
  • You will apply your strong knowledge in thin film deposition technology to develop quantum dot and perovskite thin films by means of roll-to-roll compatible coating technologies such as slot die coating and blade coating.
  • Using these processes, you will make large-area QD and perovskite solar cells.
  • You will work with our team to design and implement the most efficient large-area solar cell layouts and architectures.
  • You will plan and manage design of experiments (DOE) on a daily basis. As such, you will manage, and work with our team to execute fabrication of the solar cells.
  • You will work closely with our CTO on short and long-term planning of the technology roadmap.
  • You will implement strict quality control throughout the ink fabrication and coating processes.
  • You will train staff and interns on best practices of materials processing.
  • You will create and maintain standard operating procedures and written records to ensure high work reproducibility with high degree of quality and reliability.
 
Requirements include:
  • You have a PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology Engineering, Process Engineering, or Materials Science.
  • You have a deep understanding of perovskite and quantum dot solar technology.
  • You have extensive experience in the fabrication of photovoltaic thin films by means of roll-to-roll compatible slot die coating or blade coating, ideally applied to perovskite or quantum dot ink formulations.
  • You have experience in handling and fabricating air- and moisture-sensitive inorganic and organometallic nanomaterials and inks.
  • You have substantial knowledge of materials, methods, and tools used in photovoltaic device fabrication and processing.
  • You have outstanding organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
  • You have experience in managing and motivating a team of driven scientists and engineers.
  • You have excellent communication skills among colleagues, industry and suppliers.
  • You excel in data analysis and are familiar with data and inventory tracking (Excel, etc.).

 

 

We have a fun and exciting work environment that is both challenging and rewarding. Come define and build your career with QD Solar!

QD Solar, Inc.
MaRS Centre, West Tower● 661 University Ave, Suite 465 ● Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1M1