A two-year postdoc position starting February 1, 2014 with the possibility of extension is available at the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University.

The position is funded by an ERC advanced grant led by Professor Henrik Stapelfeldt, and the research fields are experimental atomic, molecular and optical (AMO) physics / physical chemistry.

The candidate is expected to substantially contribute to the development and exploitation of experimental methods, based on short and intense laser pulses, to control the spatial orientation of molecules dissolved in liquid helium nanodroplets. The research objectives include: 1) Control and real-time monitoring of molecular rotation inside helium droplets. 2) Exploring superfluidity of He droplets including quantum vortices. 3) Ultrafast imaging of molecular reaction dynamics inside helium droplets

The candidate must hold a PhD degree in experimental Physics, Chemistry or Nanoscience and must have a strong intellectual potential and profound understanding of physics and optics. Experience with lasers, ultrafast optics and vacuum technology is necessary. The ability to supervise and guide students will be weighted highly positive.

Questions about the position can be directed to Henrik Stapelfeldt at henriks@chem.au.dk.

Information about salary, tax, health insurance, accommodation, etc. is available on the web site: http://chem.au.dk/en/talent-development/postdoc/.

Formalities and salary range

The Faculty of Science refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities under the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation.

Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities.

The application must be in English and include a curriculum vitae, degree certificate, a complete list of publications, a statement of future research plans and information about research activities, teaching portfolio and verified information on previous teaching experience (if any). The recommended level of detail.

Salary depends on seniority as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Confederation of Professional Unions.


Deadline

All applications must be made online and received by:
01/11/2013

Please apply online here
http://www.au.dk/stillinger/nat/vip/

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