Research position in Experimental Physics

The Interface Physics group uses various types of Scanning Probe Microscopy, Surface X-Ray Diffraction, and other techniques to investigate the structure and dynamic behavior of surfaces and interfaces. Most of the special-purpose instruments used in this research are home-built. Topics that we are working on at present include catalysis, nanotribology, deposition of graphene and other thin films,and nanobiology.

We offer a challenging environment to develop on-the-job the skills and networks that a successful academic needs. Appointment will be according to the terms of the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities (CAO Nederlandse Universiteiten), for a period of one year with an extension of three years after positive evaluation of capabilities and compatibility. Ultimately the appointment must lead to a completion of a PhD thesis. During your appointment you will be supervised by Dr. M.J. Rost as your co-promotor. Prof. J.W.M. Frenken will be you promotor.

The gross monthly salary is set on € 2.042,- in the first year up to € 2612,- in year four. An appointment with Leiden University includes a pension build-up and facilitates other benefits such as an annual holiday premium of 8% and an end-of-year premium of 8.3%.

For more information, please visit the following website www.physics.leidenuniv.nl/rost.

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asymmetric synthesis: Postdoctoral Position

For this project we are looking for strongly independent and motivated candidates with a completed PhD degree in Chemistry and a proven track record in asymmetric synthesis, either metal-mediated or organo-catalyzed processes. Previous experience in radical chemistry and good skills in anaerobic and anhydrous Schlenk techniques are a plus. Further experience with techniques such as NMR, HPLC, and kinetic studies is welcome. The postdoctoral researcher is further expected to write progress reports and draft manuscripts for publication, and to oversee the training and development of junior group members.

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Nanometarial and catalysis postdoctoral position at KAUST

KAUST is an international graduate-only research university located on the coast of the Red Sea, near Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. KAUST’s new 36 million square meter state-of-the-art campus in Thuwal (80 km north of Jeddah) includes a seaside town with housing, shops, schools, and numerous recreational amenities. Inaugurated in September 2009, KAUST welcomes exceptional researchers, faculty and students from around the world. As an independent and merit-based institution and one of the best endowed universities in the world, KAUST intends to become a major new contributor to the global network of collaborative research. All activities of the University are conducted on the basis of equality, without regard to race, color, religion or gender. Further information about KAUST can be found at:

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Inorganic chemistry Postdoctoral position

A postdoctoral position is available in the Doerrer group, beginning ~ 1 September 2011, with flexibility in the start date.

Experience in air-sensitive synthetic inorganic chemistry, characterization of paramagnetic materials, and GC/MS or LC/MS characterization required.

Interested candidates should send an email with names of 3 references, CV, and statement of interest with proposed starting date.

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Inorganic/Organometallic Chemistry Postdoctoral position

Opening for two postdoctoral research associates are available in the Waterman Research Group at the University of Vermont. General information about our research can be found on line (www.uvm.edu/~rwaterm1). Group research involves synthetic and mechanistic inorganic and organometallic chemistry, which require experience in air-sensitive chemical manipulation and routine characterization techniques (NMR, IR, X-ray, etc.).

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