Postdoctoral Researcher in Spectroscopy at the Nanoscale: The Department of Chemistry at Princeton University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in Prof. Herschel Rabitz’s laboratory. The successful candidate will work on the development of the world’s first nanoscale dual-frequency comb laser spectrometer, combining dual-comb spectroscopy with a novel tip-enhanced spectroscopy platform.
This interdisciplinary project bridges chemistry, physics, and molecular biology and aims to enable unprecedented spectroscopic mapping of small molecules in frozen cellular sections—offering transformative insights into cellular metabolism and signaling in both healthy and diseased states.
Summary Table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Requisition No. | D-26-CHM-00002 |
| Position Type | Postdoctoral Research |
| Department | Chemistry |
| Institution | Princeton University |
| Research Focus | Dual-frequency comb spectroscopy at the nanoscale |
| Appointment Duration | 1 year (renewable) |
| Salary Range | $65,000 – $69,000 per year |
| Work Mode | In-person (on campus) |
| Location | Princeton University, USA |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
- Dual-frequency comb spectroscopy
- Tip-enhanced spectroscopy
- Nanoscale chemical characterization
- Cryogenic atomic force microscopy (AFM)
- Cellular and molecular spectroscopy
- Interdisciplinary research (Chemistry, Physics, Molecular Biology)
Location
Princeton University, Princeton, New Jersey, USA
(On-campus, in-person position)
Eligibility / Qualification
Essential Qualifications:
- Ph.D. degree (completed)
- Prior experience with dual-comb spectroscopy
- Expertise in acquisition and processing of spectroscopy signals and data
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Strong organizational, record-keeping, and communication skills (written and verbal)
- High level of self-motivation, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail
Job Description
- Adapt a dual-frequency comb laser system for integration with a newly developed tip-enhanced spectroscopy instrument
- Contribute to building the world’s first nanoscale dual-frequency comb laser spectrometer
- Enable spectroscopic characterization of nanoscale volumes in frozen cell sections
- Support the creation of high-resolution chemical maps of small molecules within cells
- Collaborate within an interdisciplinary research team spanning chemistry, physics, and molecular biology
- Work under the joint supervision of:
- Prof. Herschel Rabitz, Department of Chemistry
- Prof. Martin Jonikas, Department of Molecular Biology
- Participate in advancing instrumentation with potential to revolutionize biological and biomedical research
How to Apply
Applicants must apply online through the official Princeton University portal:
👉 https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/40983
Required application materials:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with publication list
- Contact information for three references
⚠️ The application must be completed in one session; partial applications cannot be saved or edited later.
Last Date for Apply
Until the position is filled
Additional Information
- Appointment duration: 1 year, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding
- Salary: $65,000 – $69,000, depending on years post-Ph.D.
- Comprehensive benefits package available
- Subject to Princeton University’s background check policy
- Equal Opportunity Employer
📧 Contact for queries: kdugo@princeton.edu
📞 Phone: +1 609-258-7338
