Post-doctoral position in global detection techniques for radicals in air

Job description

Oxygenated organic radicals are key drivers of the chemistry in many systems, such as the metabolism of living organisms, polymerisation, combustion systems, and the natural environment (Earth’s atmosphere). But very few techniques can detect them today, especially in complex systems. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to develop and apply global detection techniques for oxygenated radicals in ambient air and other complex systems. The work will include both the operation and troubleshooting of existing techniques, such as chemical amplification, and the development and characterization of entirely new techniques, to be used both in laboratory and in ambient air. This position will be in the Nozière group at the Department of Chemistry of KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree in Chemistry, Physics, or appropriate field. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
• A documented experimental experience on gas flow systems.
• Experience in instrument development or at least troubleshooting.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, as this will be required in day-to-day work.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, detail- and goal-oriented.
• Able to work both independently and cooperatively with a team.

Preferred qualifications

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline.
• Some knowledge of atmospheric chemistry or gas-phase kinetics is beneficial.
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

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To apply for the position

Log into KTH's recruitment system to apply for this position. You are responsible for ensuring that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad.

The application must include:

• a curriculum vitae
• a copy of their PhD diploma or equivalent, translated into English or Swedish if the original document is not in these languages
• list of publications
• a brief cover letter (max 2 pages) explaining your motivations for the position, scientific interests and future goals.
• In addition, three letters of reference should be sent directly to Prof. Nozière.

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

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