Researcher in quantum chemistry

Department of Physics and Astronomy

Researcher in quantum chemistry for ultrafast X-ray spectroscopy of metal complexes in solution

The research conducted at the Department of Physics and Astronomy encompasses a wide range of physics topics, distributed over nine divisions. The department is located in the Ångström laboratory and employs nearly 400 people, 100 of whom are doctoral students. It offers a broad physics curriculum to undergraduate and graduate students, participation in nationally and internationally leading projects for researchers, and opportunities for partnership with industry and various outreach activities. Read more on www.physics.uu.se.

The research program in Chemical and Bio-Molecular Physics at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, Uppsala University, focuses on understanding the fundamental properties and ultrafast processes of matter at the atomic length and time scales of Ångströms and femtoseconds. The program has a leading position in the use of X-ray photon science for probing atoms, molecules and chemical and biomolecular systems. Research within the program addresses fundamental questions concerning the interaction of light and matter and aims at revealing how the properties of a system result from its electronic structure and dynamics with applications in environmental, biophysical and chemical systems.

The position is placed in the group of Prof. Philippe Wernet. Research will be carried out using experiments at synchrotron radiation facilities and x-ray free-electron lasers combined with femtosecond laser spectroscopy at Uppsala University.

Duties

Perform research in bond activation by metal complexes and molecular catalysts in solution
Perform quantum-chemical calculations of reaction profiles, excited-state dynamics and X-ray spectra
Predict new experiments for bond activation with metal complexes
Co-supervise PhD students at Uppsala University
Co-lead existing scientific collaborations with theoretical and experimental groups internationally
Help developing new scientific collaborations with leading institutions in India (within quantum chemistry in particular)

Requirements

PhD degree in Chemistry, Physics or in a related field (degree must have been obtained no more than seven years prior to the application deadline, the seven-year period can be extended due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, duties in labor unions, etc.)
Experience as a postdoctoral researcher (at least three year)
High motivation and strong team spirit
Fluency in both written and spoken English
Very good skills in quantum-chemical methods
Proven and extensive experience in the calculations of reaction profiles, excited-state dynamics, and in X-ray spectra of metal complexes or molecular catalysts

Additional qualifications

Experience in X-ray spectroscopy of metal complexes in solution
Experience in ultrafast laser spectroscopy
Experience in collaborating with experimental groups
Experience in teaching at higher-education institutions

About the employment

The employment is a temporary position, 12 months. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date 1st of September 2023. Placement: Uppsala

For further information about the position, please contact: Prof. Philippe Wernet, +46 72 9999707, philippe.wernet@physics.uu.se

Please submit your application by 30 June 2023, UFV-PA 2023/2532.

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