University of Leeds
School of Chemistry and School of Earth and Environment
Postdoctoral fellowship in atmospheric chemistry
Measurement of heterogeneous uptake coefficients for HO2 radicals on aerosols
A postdoctoral research fellowship is available from 1 November 2008 for 2.5
years to measure the uptake coefficients of HO2 radicals on relevant
atmospheric aerosols using an aerosol flow tube combined with the FAGE
technique (laser-induced fluorescence at low pressure). We have successfully
used the FAGE technique for field measurements of OH and HO2 radicals in a
variety of environments. We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated
scientist to help design and construct the new aerosol flowtube apparatus, to
conduct the laboratory experiments, and to exploit the data via modelling
using the MCM (Master Chemical Mechanism) to assess the significance of HO2
aerosol uptake in urban and marine environments. You should have experience
with the development of instrumentation, experience of chemical kinetics
and/or aerosol measurements and be willing to collaborate with other member
of the research group. The successful applicant should have, or be close to
obtaining, a PhD in a relevant area of chemistry, physics or atmospheric
science, a track record of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals,
along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
University Grade 6 (£23,577 - £28,152 p.a.) or Grade 7 (28,997 - £37,835 p.a.)
It is likely that an appointment will be made below £29,866 since there are
funding limitations which dictate the level at which this appointment can start.
Informal enquiries may be made either to Professor Dwayne Heard, email
[log in to unmask], tel +44 (0)113 343 6471, webpage
http://www.chem.leeds.ac.uk/People/Heard.html or Dr. Maria Teresa Baeza-
Romero, email [log in to unmask], tel +44 (0)1133431596, website
http://www.see.leeds.ac.uk/people/m.baeza
To download an application form and job details please visit www.leeds.ac.uk
and click on jobs. Alternatively these may be obtained from Ms. Mandy
Clarkson, School of Chemistry, email [log in to unmask], tel +44 (0)113
343 6451.
Job ref 317105 Closing date 3 October 2008
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