A 2.5-year postdoc position is available in Jolijn Onvlee group (https://onvleelab.science) at Radboud University, Nijmegen, the Netherlands.
About the project
We investigate reactive collisions between state-selected atoms and molecules with exceptional precision and in unexplored energy regimes. We use a crossed molecular beam machine with a Zeeman decelerator, which enables precise control over the velocities and quantum states of atoms or molecules prior to the reaction. By combining this with resonance-enhanced multiphoton ionisation and velocity map imaging, we can probe the reaction products in high detail. This powerful experimental approach gives us the opportunity to get detailed information about the dynamics of molecular collisions.
In this project, you will perform reactive scattering experiments, design and implement advanced detection techniques, analyse data, and carry out numerical trajectory simulations of deceleration and scattering processes. You will have the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art and world-unique equipment. You will work closely with other team members from various international backgrounds, dividing tasks and tackling problems together. Moreover, you will help supervise BSc and/or MSc students during their internships in our group.
Profile
- You hold a PhD in experimental molecular physics, physical chemistry or a related field.
- You have a solid background in working with molecular beams, velocity map imaging, and lasers.
- You are an enthusiastic team player.
- You have good oral and written English communication skills.
Interested?
For further details and to apply, see https://www.ru.nl/en/working-at/job-opportunities/postdoc-position-cold-and-controlled-reactive-molecular-collisions.
Feel free to contact Jolijn Onvlee via J.Onvlee@science.ru.nl for informal enquiries.
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