PhD Opportunity in UCLouvain: UCLouvain is offering an exciting PhD thesis opportunity in Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Instrumental Techniques. The research project focuses on understanding the separation of geminate radicals formed after photo-induced electron transfer and the factors influencing their cage-escape yields. The selected candidate will have access to advanced spectroscopic techniques and will work within a collaborative research program. This is a full-time temporary position with a starting date of October 1, 2023.
Designation: PhD Candidate
Research Area: Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Instrumental Techniques
Location: UCLouvain, Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree or equivalent in experimental Physics, Chemistry, or Engineering (minimum required grade “Distinction” i.e., ≥14/20)
- Strong desire and motivation to use time-resolved spectroscopic techniques to investigate key intermediates in reaction mechanisms
- Proficiency in English
Job Description: The selected PhD candidate will undertake the following responsibilities:
- Research conducted to identify factors affecting cage-escape yields of geminate radicals. Uses advanced spectroscopic techniques like nanosecond UV-Visible transient absorption spectroscopy and nanosecond time-resolved infrared spectroscopy.
- Analyze and interpret experimental data obtained from the spectroscopic tools available in the laboratory.
- Collaborate with the research team within the “Action de Recherche Concertée (ARC)” program.
- Prepare and present research findings in scientific conferences and publications.
- Apply for a doctoral fellowship through the F.R.S-FNRS (FRIA) granting schemes, if required.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are requested to send their application, including the following documents, via email to Ludovic.Troian@uclouvain.be as soon as possible (preferably before August 1, 2023):
- Updated CV
- Motivation letter
- Names of two relevant academic references
Last Date for Apply: 15 August 2023, 12:30 PM (Europe/Brussels)
Table: Position Details
| Position | PhD Thesis Opportunity in UCLouvain, Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium |
|---|---|
| Organisation/Company | UCLouvain |
| Department | IMCN/MOST |
| Research Field | Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Instrumental Techniques |
| Researcher Profile | First Stage Researcher (R1) |
| Country | Belgium |
| Application Deadline | 15 Aug 2023 – 12:30 (Europe/Brussels) |
| Type of Contract | Temporary |
| Job Status | Full-time |
| Hours Per Week | 40 |
| Offer Starting Date | 1 Oct 2023 |
| Is the Job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? | Not funded by an EU programme |
| Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? | No |
Table: Requirements
| Research Field | Education Level | Specific Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Chemistry | Master Degree or equivalent | Successful master’s degree (minimum required grade “Distinction” i.e., ≥14/20) in experimental Physics, Chemistry, or Engineering. Strong desire and motivation to use time-resolved spectroscopic techniques. |
| Physics | Master Degree or equivalent | Successful master’s degree (minimum required grade “Distinction” i.e., ≥14/20) in experimental Physics, Chemistry, or Engineering. Strong desire and motivation to use time-resolved spectroscopic techniques. |
Table: Work Location
| Work Location(s) | Number of offers available |
|---|---|
| UCLouvain, Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium | 1 |
Table: Contact
| Contact |
|---|
| E-mail: Ludovic.Troian@uclouvain.be |
Table: Additional Information | Work Location(s) | Belgium | | Company/Institute| UCLouvain | | Geofield | Close | | Home | Zoom in Zoom out Fullscreen Print | | Where to apply | E-mail: Ludovic.Troian@uclouvain.be | | Contact | | State/Province | Wallon Barbant | | City | Louvain La Neuve | | Website | https://uclouvain.be/en/research-institutes/imcn/most/prof-ludovic-troian-gautier.html | | Street | Place de l’université, 2/001 | | Postal Code | 1348 | | E-Mail | Ludovic.Troian@uclouvain.be |
