The Max Planck Institute for Chemical Energy Conversion and the department of “Inorganic Spectroscopy” invites applications for a Postdoc or Group Leader Position with a PhD degree in Chemistry or Physics.
Supervisor: Prof. Serena DeBeer
Duration: initially for 12 months; postdoc appointment possible for up to 3 years and a group leader appointment for up to 5 years
Salary: remunerated according to the labor agreement for public service (TVöD)
About the Job:
- Selected fellow will work as a member of the experimental X-ray spectroscopy team applying both novel in-house, as well as synchrotron-based, X-ray spectroscopic approaches to challenging questions in both biological and chemical catalysis
- strong emphasis will be placed on the development of in situ setups for monitoring reactions under in operando conditions
Qualifications:
- Applicant must hold PhD degree (and possible post-doctoral experience) in experimental chemistry or physics, with previous X-ray spectroscopy experience.
- Applicant must have a strong background in spectroscopy and a sound foundation in basic concepts of inorganic chemistry (including molecular orbital and ligand field theory).
- Applicant holding experience with stop-flow methods and/or electrochemistry would be advantageous.
Application:
- Apply in digital form to Professor Dr. Serena DeBeer Secretary: [email protected].
- Quote the reference code “SD004” in application.
- Application documents must include:
- Cover letter with description of past experience
- CV
- Contact details of 3 referees
- Copy of degree certificate
- Candidates applying for “group leader” must also include a 3-page research statement of future research plans.
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| Organization | Max Planck Institute for Chemical Energy Conversion |
| Fellowship Level | Postdoctoral/Researcher |
| Country | Germany |
| Subject areas | Chemistry, Physics |
| Fellowship amount | Varies |
| Eligibility | Open to all nationalities |
| Deadline | August 15, 2017 |
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