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We seek highly motivated candidates for an open Ph.D. position (3 years) in the Theoretical Chemistry  group of Prof. Peter Saalfrank at the University of Potsdam, Germany, on the topic of "Excited state properties and spectroscopy of semiconductor nanoparticles".

The project will focus on the calculation of the electronic properties/spectra of Si- and C-based semiconductor particles, applying first principles electronic structure methods as well as time-dependent correlation function techniques.

The project is funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) and part of the research unit FOR 1282 "Controlling the electronic structure of semiconductor nanoparticles by doping and hybrid formation" of several experimental and theoretical groups from different research institutions located mainly in the region Berlin/Potsdam, Germany. 

The successful candidate can expect to contribute to scientifically exciting and rewarding research, to learn new theoretical/computational methods, to get insight into state-of-the-art experiments, and to work with motivated scientists from different fields and countries. 

For the thesis the successful candidate will perform theoretical investigations in the group of Prof. Peter Saalfrank at the Institute of Chemistry of the University of Potsdam, Germany. The young and modern University of Potsdam is the largest university in the state of Brandenburg. With its numerous non-university research facilities in Potsdam and with its close vicinity to Berlin, the University of Potsdam is embedded in one the regions with the highest density of research institutions in Germany. The University has excelled in research and teaching and is well positioned both on a national and international scale.

The candidate is expected to have a documented background (lectures/courses) in computational/theoretical chemistry and physical chemistry.

Qualifications: Master of Science/Diploma or equivalent degree in Chemistry or Physics

Interests: Strong interest in Computational/Theoretical Chemistry and Physical Chemistry

Experiences: Knowledge of electronic structure programs is a plus, programming skills in C/C++/Fortran are a plus

Languages: German or English

The salary complies with the regulations of the TV-L (collective agreement for public employees), i.e. 65% of a full research staff position, which is about 1300 Euro per month after taxes and duties (social security). 

The appointment will be for an initial period of 1 year with a possible extension to 3 years. Intended starting date is January 1, 2014, with the possibility for later dates upon mutual agreement.

For further information or interest in the position, please contact Dr. Dominik Kröner ([log in to unmask]) or Prof. Dr. Peter Saalfrank ([log in to unmask]).

Interested candidates are asked to send their application electronically including a short letter of motivation, a curriculum vitae/resume, copies of all necessary documents (proof of qualification, skills, et cetera) and at least two letters of recommendation to Prof. Saalfrank ([log in to unmask]). 

Selection of candidates will start January 1, 2014 until the position is filled.


PETER SAALFRANK              
                                         
Theoretische Chemie     
Institut fuer Chemie       
Universitaet Potsdam    
Karl-Liebknecht-Strasse 24-25  
D-14476 Potsdam-Golm          
Germany                                 

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