The department for Molecular Spectroscopy of the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research in Mainz (near Frankfurt), is looking to fill two positions studying the ultrafast dynamics of interfacial water molecules using time resolved sum frequency generation.

More details can be found here: www.mpip-mainz.mpg.de/vacancy_backus

Project 1: PhD Student / Post-Doctoral Researcher Position: Ultrafast Dynamics of Interfacial Water

Research questions include: how (fast) do water molecules rearrange at aqueous interfaces? Can we tune the interfacial molecular structure to control interfacial structure and dynamics? This work builds on previous successful efforts in understanding water interfaces on molecular length- and timescales

At the core of our research efforts is the application of advanced, amplified femtosecond laser-based spectroscopic tools to water interfaces where interfacial dynamics and composition regulate system behaviour. For details about the department please visit:

www.mpip-mainz.mpg.de/molecular_spectroscopy

Outstanding technical support, new equipment and excellent facilities will be made available.

Project 2: PhD position: Photocatalytic Splitting of Water

This project aims to investigate the molecular mechanism of photocatalytic splitting of water. It is well known that sunlight in combination with a catalyst can produce hydrogen which is a promising environmentally friendly source of energy. However, the exact mechanism of this process is unclear. This project focuses on understanding how water binds to the catalysts and how hydrogen is produced. The surface sensitive technique vibrational sum-frequency generation spectroscopy will be used in the research.

This project is part of the ERC project “Fundamentals Of Photocatalytic Splitting of water”.


How to Apply:
Candidates (m/f) with a Masters degree or PhD in experimental physics, physical chemistry, or a related field are encouraged to apply. If you are interested in joining our team, please send a brief letter of motivation (max 1 page), publication list and CV, before April 30th,to Ellen Backus (backus@mpip-mainz.mpg.de).

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