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An open postdoctoral position at the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC), University of Waterloo, focuses on the application of coherent control techniques in ESR to address challenges in the field of quantum information processing. Recent research in our group has spanned topics including algorithmic cooling, randomized benchmarking of quantum gate fidelities, and closed-loop (feedback) methods for quantum control. A successful candidate will have obtained a PhD in Physics, Chemistry or related fields with an emphasis in ESR spectroscopy. Experience with pulsed methods such as ESEEM and pulsed ENDOR is strongly preferred.

IQC is a world-leading institute for research and education in Quantum Information. Its 30 faculty members lead thriving research programs spanning the areas of Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Combinatorics & Optimization, Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering and Physics & Astronomy. IQC has significantly expanded its infrastructure to support experimental research, with a state-of-the-art nanofabrication and metrology centre. Our laboratory facilities include low-temperature pulsed ESR and ENDOR capabilities.

Interested applicants please contact Prof. Jonathan Baugh ([email protected]) or Prof. Raymond Laflamme ([email protected]) for more information on the position and how to apply. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Adam Mickiewicz University in PoznaÅ„ announces an open competition for the position of PhD student (Doktorant – stypendysta) in Faculty of Chemistry. The selected candidate will realize the research tasks in the project OPUS 11: “Rational design of molecular nanomagnets: synthesis, characterization, theoretical description and computational modeling of their properties” (financed by the National Science Centre under the terms of the Agreement for this project). Major task is to provide support for theoretical description and computational modeling leading to better understanding and prediction of spectroscopic and magnetic properties of molecular nanomagnets (MNM) using either semiempirical methods or density functional theory (DFT)/ab initio methods.

Institution: Faculty of Chemistry, Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań

Position Name: PhD student (Doktorant – stypendysta) in the project OPUS 11: “Rational design of molecular nanomagnets: synthesis, characterization, theoretical description and computational modeling of their properties”.

Duration: up 18 months, initially for 6 months with possible extension after probation period.

Salary: negotiable but not more than 2300 PLN/month (gross).

Principal Investigator (and Supervisor): Prof. Czesław Rudowicz.

Requirements:

1. Familiarity with of physical foundations of optical and EMR spectroscopy, and magnetism of transition (3d/4f) ions in crystals, especially the effective spin Hamiltonian theory.

2. Substantial knowledge of solid state physics, quantum mechanics, and group theory.

3. Other qualifications required:

– good programming skills in computational and/or algebraic languages;

– high level of analytical skills and inquiring mind;

– publications in internationally refereed scientific journals would be an advantage;

– proficiency in English is a must, whereas in Polish would be an advantage.

Scope of work within project tasks:

Carrying out calculations using suitable computer programs. Comparative analysis and systematic categorization of experimental and theoretical data for selected molecular nanomagnets (MNM). Development of better theoretical framework for description and prediction of properties of MNM complexes. Individual literature searches. Active participation in group activities and preparation of publications.

Additional information:

– Application containing: motivation letter, CV (including photo), publication list (if any), copy of diploma (if available, or information on current status of MSc thesis), contact details of 2-4 potential referees, should be sent as a single pdf-file or zip-file. Please include in your application one page with the following phrase: “In accordance with Article 6(1)(a) of the General Data Protection Regulation of 27 April 2016 (Journal of Laws of the EU L 119/1 of 4 May 2016) I agree to the processing of personal data other than those indicated in Article 221 of the Labour Code (name(s) and surname; parents’ names; date of birth; place of residence; address for correspondence; education; previous employment), included in my job offer for the purpose of current recruitment.”

– Selected candidates will be invited for the interview – the date will be communicated to the candidates individually.

Send applications by email to: <[email protected]> with a copy to <[email protected]>

The e-mail heading should be: “PhD student #1B– OPUS grant”.
Application deadline: 30.11.2018

For more information contact: Prof. CzesÅ‚aw Rudowicz by email: <[email protected]>.

As part of a major faculty hiring initiative, the Department of Chemistry at the University of Florida (http://www.chem.ufl.edu) seeks a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track appointment at the level of ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, in the general area of magnetic resonance, broadly defined, to begin August 16, 2018. The successful applicant will join over 40 Faculty in the Department, which is home to the Quantum Theory Project and the Butler Polymer Research Center. The Department has recently opened the Joseph Hernandez Hall, a state-of-the-art teaching and research facility. Numerous opportunities exist for collaboration across the UF campus and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL) and the Advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Spectroscopy (AMRIS) Facility. The new faculty member will be expected to develop a successful research program that utilizes or develops magnetic resonance methodology, preferably with applications at high magnetic fields.

http://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/cw/en-us/job/505531/assistant-professor-in-experimental-magnetic-resonance

Department of Materials Science, University of Milano Bicocca, Milano Italy Prof. Marco Fanciulli Group

A post-doctoral position in experimental semiconductor physics and in particular on the production and characterization of silicon and germanium nanostructures for nanoelectronics and spintronics is available in the group of Prof. Marco Fanciulli at the Department of Materials Science, University of Milano Bicocca, Milano, Italy.

Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. in physics or equivalent field such as material science or electrical engineering. The candidate should have research expertise at least in one of the following fields: low temperature quantum transport, nano-fabrication, electron spin resonance, ferromagnetic resonance, and electrical characterization (IV, CV, DLTS, IETS,…).

The position is for 2 years with the possibility for further extension.

Applicants should submit a letter of application and a curriculum vitae to Prof. Marco Fanciulli [email protected].

A postdoctoral position in bioinorganic chemistry is available for a skilled and enthusiastic candidate within the Lucas Lab at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA (https://chemistry.vcu.edu/bios/heather-lucas/). The principal research topic will be centered around the employment of electron paramagnetic resonance spectroscopy (EPR) towards the investigation of cellular metal speciation, metalloproteins, coordination complexes, and associated redox mechanisms.

Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biophysics, or a related discipline. The ideal candidate will have expertise in the collection and analysis of EPR (or ESR) spectra. Prior experience with the application of spin probes and/or spin labels is desirable. The selected candidate will also be provided with opportunities to learn new biochemical and/or synthetic characterization techniques. Applications from candidates with experience in other advanced methodologies, such as resonance Raman (rR) spectroscopy or laser induced photochemical processes are also encouraged. The appointment is for one year with renewal dependent on performance; shorter contracts will be considered under special circumstances.

To apply, please send your curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing your experience, and the names and contact information of two references to [email protected]. Candidates available to start by January 2018 or earlier will be given primary consideration; however, a later start date can be negotiated. The initial contract will be supported through existing NIH grant funds; opportunities will also be provided to the selected candidate to apply for external funding to further aid in their career development.

VCU has a large interdisciplinary research community with well-equipped instrumentation facilities as well as multiple career development opportunities for postdoctoral scholars; more info can be found at http://www.research.vcu.edu/postdoc/index.htm. Richmond, Virginia is also a vibrant, growing place to live with a vast history, great places to eat, wonderful museums, and unique outdoor places to visit.

A postdoctoral researcher position is available in the research group of Prof. Songi Han in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of California Santa Barbara. This postdoctoral position is a one-year appointment with potential for renewal up to three years.

This research will be conducted in close collaboration with Prof. Susannah Scott in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, and the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of California Santa Barbara, as well as other chemists and chemical engineers in the field of heterogeneous catalysis. Thus, the applicant should have a broad interest in the field of catalysis, while it is expected that the applicant be an expert in magnetic resonance spectroscopy and methods. While prior knowledge and skills in EPR, Overhauser DNP and solid-state NMR is appreciated, a general proficiency in magnetic resonance experiments and concepts, and willingness to perform and learn new experiments and methods, required to solve the scientific question at hand, will be valued most.

The responsibility of the researcher is to lead research projects on the characterization of heterogeneous catalyst systems with particular emphasis on one or more of the following subject areas:  (i) the study of modulators of the solvent-solid interface and its role in tuning the adsorption and chemistry at the interface, (ii) the application of state of the art magnetic resonance methods to identify species and study their confinements in micro- and mesoporous materials, (iii) the characterization of the structure and property of catalyst sites, and/or (iv) the development of methods to study the spatial arrangement of multiple catalyst sites at the nanometer scale. As such, an applicant with expertise and interest in electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) and Overhauser dynamic nuclear polarization (ODNP) for the study of solvation dynamics and the solvent-solid interface, EPR hyperfine spectroscopy of transition metal centers, dipolar EPR of distances and distance distribution of paramagnetic sites at the nanometer scale, and/or solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy of catalyst support surfaces and active sites, among others, will be sought after. A total of 1 to 2 positions may become available with complementary expertise in EPR, Overhauser DNP and/or solid-state NMR.

UCSB is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae including publications, names of 2-3 references, and a 2-page statement of purpose to [email protected]  and [email protected] .

Review of applications will begin immediately, priority given to applications send by October 1, 2018, and will continue until filled.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are looking for post-doctoral associates interested in measurement/instrumentation development of EPR spectroscopy applied to energy and biologically-derived nanomaterials to join us at the Center for Nanoscale Science & Technology (http://cnst.nist.gov) at NIST, a highly interdisciplinary and very well resourced user facility. My laboratory contains a Bruker E580 EPR spectrometer (X-band) as well as a NIST-designed spectrometer (Q-band), both of which are equipped with arbitrary waveform generators for pulse-shaping.  UV and visible CW lasers have been interfaced with the instruments to enable photoexcitation of samples.  Current work is in the areas of spectroelectrochemical EPR spectroscopy development for solid catalyst materials and nanoscale structural measurements of biomaterials, including DNA-based nanomaterials.  The ideal candidate would lead a project that makes use of the CNST nanofabrication capabilities as a means to provide meaningful EPR-based measurements. Typical successful applicants have a strong research background and academic record.  Letters of reference are required.

Contact: Dr. Veronika Szalai

Phone:  301-975-3792;

E-mail:  [email protected]

High Q Technologies LP is based in Waterloo, ON, at the Johnston Research Park across from the main campus of the University of Waterloo. High Q is a start-up company created to commercialize quantum devices. By working with leaders in quantum device research, High Q is actively engaged and has full access to the tools necessary to engineer quantum devices, uniquely positioning it to be one of the pioneers in this field.

To take advantage of this opportunity, High Q seeks an applications scientist to join our team in bringing an exciting new analytical instrument to market.

The applications scientist will be supported by the entire team throughout the applications development process. Key responsibilities will include

• Use of highly sensitive spectroscopic tools to perform molecular distance measurements to elucidate structures of proteins
• Synthesis of model cell membranes and development of sample preparation and handling methods
• Writing application notes, contributing to publications and presenting at scientific conferences
• Working with customers to develop solutions to their application challenges with High Q’s products
• Supporting the installation of systems at customer sites and training users
• Testing new software and providing clear “voice of customer” requirements to engineering for new product development

Candidates will have a PhD in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology or a related field and have a track record of related research achievements. Previous experience with any or all of the following techniques would be an advantage: isolation and crystallization of membrane proteins, X-ray crystallography, cryo-electron microscopy and magnetic resonance spectroscopy especially ESR.

Candidates with several years of experience are also encouraged to apply.

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required. Emphasis will also be placed on personal qualities such as collaboration and communication skills as well as problem solving capacity. It is important that you have a good sense of initiative, and are comfortable with both independent research and being part of a team. Some travel will be required.

Contact: Dr Andrew Boorn

Phone: +15198832651;

E-mail: [email protected]