Postdoctoral Position
Cavity Ringdown Spectroscopy
Continuous-wave cavity ringdown spectroscopy is a high sensitivity method
for recording fully resolved infrared spectra. Our objective is to obtain
precise information about torsion-vibration and vibration-vibration
coupling pathways important in intramolecular vibrational redistribution
(IVR) in small molecules. Methanol was chosen for study because it is
becoming a benchmark system for studies of IVR and because of its relevance
to combustion systems. The work is funded by the U.S. Department of
Energy. Additional information on the Unversity of Akron Department of
Chemistry and the Perry research group may be found on the web at
www.chemistry.uakron.edu.
The postdoctoral fellow's primary work will be implementation and
application of the cavity ringdown technique. In addition, the fellow will
be involved in the analysis of and quantum mechanical modeling of high
resolution spectra. There is also the possibility of participation in the
collaboration with T. R. Rizzo's group in the EPFL in Lausanne,
Switzerland. A funded NSF International Programs grant enables
collaborators from Akron to spend 3 month periods doing IRLAPS (infrared
laser-assisted photodissociation spectroscopy) experiments in Lausanne.
Together, the rotationally resolved experiments in Akron and Lausanne span
the frequency range from 2900 to 25,000 cm-1 and probe IVR timescales from
100 fs to 1 ns.
The successful candidate will be highly motivated toward a successful
research career and will have demonstrated research productivity. A Ph.D.
degree in chemistry, physics, or a related area is expected. Skills with
lasers, optics, electronics, vacuum systems, and computers are needed for
this position.
An initial appointment will be for 1 year at a salary commensurate with
experience and qualifications. Funding is available for a second year and
renewal will be by mutual agreement.
Applications may be sent by email or regular mail to
Professor David S. Perry
Department of Chemistry
University of Akron
Akron, OH 44325-3601
Email: [log in to unmask]
Phone: 330-972-6825
Fax: 330-972-7370
Include a C.V., a description of research skills, and arrange for at least
two letters of recommendation to be sent.
The University of Akron is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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