POST-DOCTORAL POSITION AT SRI INTERNATIONAL
COLLISIONAL ENERGY TRANSFER IN SMALL ATMOSPHERIC MOLECULES
The Molecular Physics Laboratory (MPL) is searching for well qualified
candidates for a post-doctoral position in experimental physical chemistry.
The work involves collision energy transfer studies of electronically and
vibrationally excited states of molecular and atomic oxygen, nitric oxide,
and OH, typically by means of pump-and-probe ionization techniques, under
the supervision of Dr. Richard Copeland and Dr. Tom Slanger. These studies
are directed towards an improved understanding of upper atmospheric
processes. In recent years, the collisional energy transfer rates and
pathways of all the oxygen electronic states lying below the first
dissociation limit have been studied, even including the quintet state that
had long been hypothesized as a possible atmospheric precursor. These
measurements provide valuable input to atmospheric models of emissions that
occur naturally in the atmospheres of the Earth and the planets.
SRI International is a not-for-profit contract research organization,
located in Menlo Park, California, in the San Francisco Bay region, and is
one of the largest such establishments in the world. Many areas of research
are represented by the investigations carried out at SRI, including
chemistry, physics, engineering, life sciences, computer sciences,
education, and a variety of other disciplines. MPL has an international
reputation for creative and innovative research in atmospheric studies,
combustion processes, surface science, plasma research, and molecular beam
research. Within MPL, the members have been active for many years in
studying the chemistry and physics of the atmosphere, with Drs. Copeland's
and Slanger's emphasis on the processes that occur in the 80-120 km night
airglow region. There has been close coupling between the laboratory
kinetics studies that this group carries out, and the results of optical
emission studies by field observers.
We expect the candidate to have experience in the operation and maintenance
of laser systems. Other qualifications include a Ph.D. degree in chemistry
or physics, and beyond laboratory abilities, effective technical writing is
a valuable attribute for the position, as well as an ability to make oral
presentations. Appointment is typically for a minimum of one year, with a
second year normally being available upon mutual agreement. The salary will
depend on the experience and qualifications of the candidate.
A resumé should be sent to:
Dr. Richard A. Copeland
Director, Molecular Physics Laboratory
SRI International
Menlo Park, California 94025
Telephone: (650) 859-6534
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