A PhD position (3 years) funded by DFG within the Forschergruppe FOR1282 (10 projects) is available in the laser molecular spectroscopy group of Otto Dopfer at IOAP at TU Berlin. The interdisciplinary and international project deals with the IR and UV laser spectroscopic, mass spectrometric and quantum chemical characterization of modified semiconductor clusters and nanoparticles, with the aim of controlling and tailoring their electronic and optical properties. The systems include (1) doped and hydrogen-passivated silicon clusters and nanoparticles and (2) novel derivatives of nanodiamondoids. Qualified candidates hold a degree in physics, chemistry, or a related field. Experience in some of the following areas is advantageous: construction of apparatus, biophysics, molecular physics, laser spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, ion traps, vacuum physics, molecular beams, cluster science, data acquisition. Applications (cover letter, CV, statement of research interests and qualif!
 ications) should be sent to Prof. Dopfer, Institut fĂĽr Optik und Atomare Physik, TU Berlin, dopfer @ physik.tu-berlin.de. Evaluation of applications will begin at September 15 (2013) and continue until the position is filled.
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http://www.ioap.tu-berlin.de/menue/arbeitsgruppen/ag_dopfer/offene_stellen/