Postdoctoral Researcher in Ion Soft Landing: We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team for the development of an Ion Soft Landing Instrument. This exciting opportunity, funded by the ERC Starting Grant Project GlycoX, offers a chance to design, build, and test an innovative instrument for single molecule imaging. If you are enthusiastic, curious, and fluent in English, and if you hold a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or an equivalent field, we encourage you to apply.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Development of Ion Soft Landing Instrument
Location: Max Planck Society, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Holder of a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or equivalent.
- Proficiency in written and oral English.
- Knowledge of instrumentation and electronics in mass spectrometry and/or gas-phase ion spectroscopy.
- Skill in physical chemistry, low-temperature scanning probe microscopy and spectroscopy, electron microscopy, ultrahigh vacuum systems, native electrospray, ion beam manipulation, and/or ab initio calculations is advantageous.
Job Description:
Postdoctoral Researcher in the Development of Ion Soft Landing Instrument
As a Postdoctoral Researcher, your role will involve:
- Overseeing the design, development, building, and testing of the next-generation ESIBD instrument.
- Generating, preserving, and landing exotic molecular ions for single molecule imaging on surfaces.
- Engaging in an interdisciplinary scientific environment, collaborating with external groups.
- Gaining access to cutting-edge research infrastructure and supercomputers within the Max Planck Society.
- Training in both experimental and computational techniques to enhance your scientific profile.
- Developing scientific independence with mentorship in proposal writing, management, and communication skills.
- Attending workshops and conferences to expand your scientific network.
How to Apply: To apply for this position, please follow these steps:
- Send an email to Dr. Kelvin Anggara at k.anggara@fkf.mpg.de using the subject line ‘GlycoX_PDF2.’
- Submit a single PDF document containing:
- A one-page cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for this lab and how this position aligns with your career goals.
- Your CV, including a publication list, a research description, and the contact details of two referees.
Last Date for Apply: The review of applications has already commenced, and the position will remain open until filled. The possible starting date for this role is 1st May, 2024, or earlier.
The Max Planck Society is committed to promoting gender equality and diversity, with a focus on increasing the representation of women and individuals with disabilities in its workforce. We explicitly encourage applications from these underrepresented groups.
