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A Ph. D. position is available starting immediately in the field of "Photochemistry of Biological Molecules" at the Institute of Physical Chemistry, Christian-Albrechts-University Kiel, under the joint supervision of Profs. Bernd Hartke <http://ravel.phc.uni-kiel.de> and Friedrich Temps <http://www.uni-kiel.de/phc/temps/home.html>. The successful candidate will focus on computational quantum chemistry work for understanding ultrafast dynamics in electronically excited molecules. The emphasis is on biologically relevant model compounds, free DNA bases, their hydrogen-bonded dimers, and selected small oligonucleotides. Work will be conducted in close contact with ongoing experimental research on the photophysical and photochemical dynamics of DNA building blocks in the group of Prof. Temps (see, e.g., Schwalb & Temps, "Ultrafast Electronic Relaxation in Guanosine is Promoted by Hydrogen Bonding with Cytidine", J. Am. Chem. Soc. (2007) 129, 9272). Thus, depending on the candidate's priorities, he/she may also participate in the ongoing experiments, including femtosecond mass spectrometry and photoelectron imaging and femtosecond transient fluorescence and absorption spectroscopy, where state-of-the-art equipment is used. There will also be overlap with the joint experimental and theoretical research thrust on "Ultrafast Dynamics of Photo-Induced Molecular Switching <http://www.sfb677.uni-kiel.de/pages_en/projekte_a1_index.html>" <http://www.sfb677.uni-kiel.de/pages_en/projekte_a1_index.html> in the new Collaborative Research Centre 677 "Function by Switching" <http://www.sfb677.uni-kiel.de/> (SFB 677 <http://www.sfb677.uni-kiel.de/>, subproject A1 <http://www.sfb677.uni-kiel.de/pages_en/projekte_a1_index.html>). In addition, there are opportunities for interaction with ongoing developments of new quantum dynamics methods <http://ravel.phc.uni-kiel.de/research.html#topics> in the Hartke group <http://ravel.phc.uni-kiel.de>. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with a strong background in physical chemistry/molecular physics, a good knowledge in theoretical and/or computational quantum chemistry, and a vigorous interest in cutting-edge research. Requirements are a Diploma or Master's degree in Chemistry or Physics and an excellent academic record. Familiarity with state-of-the-art quantum chemistry packages and experience with linux and programming languages is desired, prior experience in the calculation of electronically excited states a plus. Alternatively, the candidate should have a strong background in chemical dynamics and/or laser spectroscopy, and be willing to venture into high level computational chemistry work in close contact with experiments; experience in ultrafast and/or molecular beam spectroscopy would be considered a plus. The position is available immediately for an initial period of two years with possibility for extension and is connected with teaching duties according to the regulations of the State of Schleswig-Holstein (currently 2 hours/week). The salary is based on the German public service scale (TV-L E13/2). Women are particularly encouraged to apply, and given the same qualifications, women and handicapped persons will be preferred. Applications are invited as soon as possible, and the search will continue until the position is filled. Please send your application, including cover letter, CV, list of courses taken in physical/theoretical/computational chemistry, copies of Diploma or Master's certificates and transcripts, short summary of Diploma or Master's thesis, copies of publications (if available) and the names of two referees (with postal and e-mail addresses) to either F. Temps <mailto:[log in to unmask]> or B. Hartke <mailto:[log in to unmask]>. -- Prof. Dr. F. Temps Institut fuer Physikalische Chemie Universitaet Kiel Olshausenstr. 40 D-24098 Kiel Germany Fon: +49-(0)431-880-1702 Fax: +49-(0)431-880-1704 Email: [log in to unmask] www: http://www.uni-kiel.de/phc/temps To join or leave the molecular-dynamics-news email list, go to: http://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/lists/molecular-dynamics-news.html