The Laser Laboratory of the Center for Isotope Research (CIO) of the Faculty of Sciences,
the University of Groningen, invites applications for two 4-year
Graduate Research (PhD) “Ubbo Emmius” Scholarships in Laser Spectroscopy in the
Environmental Sciences
The PhD thesis research projects focus on:
(1) The further development and field-application of an existing ultra-sensitive infrared
laser spectrometer for the determination of the isotopic composition of atmospheric water
vapor. Both ground based and airborne operation of the spectrometer is foreseen.
(2) Miniaturization and automation of a multiple pass gas cell based spectrometer and its
application to measurements of water isotope ratios in support of ice-core research
(paleoclimate reconstruction), ecological (plant leaf respiration), and/or geophysical
(volcanic emission) studies.
The Laser Laboratory of the CIO is internationally renowned for its pioneering activities in
the field of optical isotope ratio measurements. The research programs are carried out in
collaboration with a number of other research groups, both in The Netherlands and
outside (in particular the University of Grenoble in France, the University of Naples in
Italy, and the NASA Ames research center in California).
We are seeking individuals with outstanding research potential and initiative. The
successful candidate ideally has experience with molecular spectroscopy or atmospheric
research, and a strong interest in interdisciplinary research. A good command of the
English language is expected.
The candidate is not required to teach and can thus dedicate 100% of the available time
to research. The monthly remuneration amounts to approximately 1547 euro after taxes
(~19k to 26k euro gross per yr, depending on age). The positions are for up to 4 years
and will be filled as soon as suitable candidates have been found.
To apply, please send an extended CV including references and a letter of motivation to
Dr. Erik Kerstel, Center for Isotope Research, University of Groningen, 9747 AG
Groningen, The Netherlands, or by email: [log in to unmask]
For more information regarding the PhD positions, or the application procedure, please
phone +31-50-363 4759, or email [log in to unmask] Descriptions of the CIO and
ongoing research programs can be found at http://www.rug.nl/ees/laserlab.
Information concerning the Ubbo Emmius scholarship program is available at
http://www.rug.nl/prospectiveStudents/scholarships/ubboEmmius. For general
information about the University and the city of Groningen, see http://www.rug.nl.
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