Postdoctoral position
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A post-doctoral position is available in the Dynamics at Surfaces 
Department at the Max-Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry and the 
Institute for Physical Chemistry at the University of Göttingen to 
design build and use an advanced beam-surface scattering instrument for 
studies of molecule-surface interactions. The projects to be carried out 
with this instrument will emphasize reactive interactions with complex 
surfaces under extreme conditions. State-to-state as well as VUV single 
photon photoionization methods will be employed. Stimulated emission 
pumping, overtone pumping and REMPI methods are also envisioned. Within 
this context, scattering from complex surfaces includes: zeolites, 
nanoparticles, nanowires, multiquantum well structures among others.

The successful candidate is likely to have experience with and/or 
knowledge of at least some of the following topics:
. Molecular Dynamics at Surfaces
. Chemical reaction dynamics
. Nano-second YAG-pumped dye laser based spectroscopy
. Non-linear optics for generation of ultraviolet light including vacuum 
ultraviolet light
. Laser induced photochemistry
. Ultra-high vacuum methods
. Time-of-flight methods
. Event counting as well as analogue detection methods
. Lab-view programming
. Fortran programming or equivalent
. Auger Electron Spectroscopy
. Argon Ion sputtering
. Instrument design concepts

The successful candidate will:
. be a key member of the Dynamics at Surfaces Department
. be responsible for performing original research in surface dynamics
. grow a subgroup within the department focused on scattering from 
complex surfaces under extreme conditions
. write and submit proposals for expansion of the project as it advances
. write papers describing the work accomplished
. oversee doctoral, masters and bachelors students involved in the project
. address day-to-day logistical issues in an independent fashion
. develop and maintain collaborative relationships
. contribute to group discussions concerning matters related to 
department function
The potential for a highly motivated and successful post-doc to carry 
out his or her "habilitation" is envisaged, with associated 
opportunities and responsibilities for undergraduate and graduate level 
teaching.

The successful candidate will be remunerated according to the German 
TVöD standard or awarded a Max Planck Fellowship. The position is 
available immediately.

The Max Planck Society is trying to increase the percentage of women on 
its scientific staff and strongly encourages applications from qualified 
women. The society is also committed to employing handicapped 
individuals and strongly encourages their applications.

Internationalization is a major emphasis on the Göttingen Research 
Campus and applications from internationals are also strongly encouraged.

Please send your application including a current CV, list of 
publications and the names and contact information of up to three 
references indicating the code number of the position via e-mail to Frau 
Inge Dreger, [log in to unmask] .
Max Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry
Am Fassberg 11, 37077 Göttingen
Germany
Tel.: 0049--551--201 1263

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