Our experimental physical chemistry group at Oregon State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar or Faculty Research Assistant to join the project at the intersection of electron diffraction, laser alignment, and superfluid helium droplets. The goal is to demonstrate electron diffraction of laser-aligned molecular clusters embedded in superfluid helium droplets.
We’ve spent over a decade building toward this moment, and now, the stage is set. Our lab is equipped with:
• A high-flux pulsed electron gun (up to 100 keV)
• A state-of-the-art direct electron detector with ps time response
• A cryostat for generating superfluid helium droplets, enabling capture of molecular clusters and ionic species from electrospray ionization
Beyond Electron Diffraction, one can also have opportunities to contribute to:
• Mass spectrometry projects using digital quadrupole for mass filtering and trapping
• Optical spectroscopy of reaction intermediates embedded in superfluid helium droplets
• Coulomb explosion studies in ns and fs laser fields
Explore our active projects: https://kong.chem.oregonstate.edu/research
Interested in teaching? You can balance research with up to three courses per academic year, from general chemistry to graduate-level physical chemistry, tailored to your experience.
Ideal candidates bring experience in:
• Electron optics (e.g., electron microscopy)
• Laser physics, electronics, vacuum technology, and programming
Position Details
• Title: Postdoctoral Scholar (within 3 years of Ph.D.) or Faculty Research Assistant
• Salary: $62,000+ with full medical coverage
• Benefits: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/employees/stipends-postdoc-scholars
Apply Today
Send your CV and two recommendation letters to wei.kong@oregonstate.edu.
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