Post-doctoral position – Recruitment No 40/2024

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Post-doctoral position – Recruitment No 40/2024

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Offer DescriptionPost-doc position available in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS within National Science Center (NSC) Sonata18 project no 2022/47/D/ST4/03286 entitled “Induced reactivity of triazole derivatives: theoretical and laser control of reverse “click” reaction”(leader Dr Dariusz G. Piekarski)This research initiative is dedicated to the theoretical and experimental exploration of the evolutionary dynamics of various molecular targets, including chiral molecules and molecular clusters of 1,2,3-triazole derivatives, driven by femto- and nanosecond laser pulses. Special emphasis will be placed on the influence of chiral light in these processes.
Our primary experimental objective is to establish a cross-beam laser-induced setup, enabling the systematic investigation of the aforementioned subjects. This investigation will primarily rely on the analysis of mass spectra obtained following laser irradiation, in conjunction with diverse ionization and excitation sources available through our collaborative research centers. The proposed experimental setup builds upon the foundation of prior projects conducted at our institute under the guidance of Prof. Jacinto Sá. It will encompass a comprehensive assessment of the chemical attributes of triazole derivatives, encompassing various substituents, including chiral centers, while also considering environmental factors through the assembly of molecular clusters.
The appointed researcher will be responsible for the development and meticulous application of the cross-beam experimental apparatus, employing a 1030 nm, 20W, 160 J, 300 fs laser and continuous molecular beam system to examine a broad spectrum of molecular targets.
This experimental endeavor will receive invaluable support from esteemed colleagues at leading European cross-beam experimental centers, namely CNRS (France) and CNR (Italy). Additionally, theoretical quantum chemical computations will be conducted in-house to complement and lead the empirical investigations.Where to apply E-mail[email protected]RequirementsResearch Field Chemistry » Physical chemistry Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsThe postdoctoral researcher is expected to take the lead in independently designing new experimental setups. Building and operating the cross-beam system including molecular beam generator and fs laser. Main responsibilities:
– focusing on the experimental development section and on running the experiments on-site;
– participating in the PI application for beam times at various experimental facilities;
– contribution to the efficient functioning of the lab, including necessary organizational tasks;
– scientific initiative and contribution through regular reporting and publishing, as well as presenting at group meetings, national and international conferences.Specific RequirementsPhD degree in chemical or physical sciences, obtained in the year of employment in the project or within 7 years before 1 January of the year of employment in the project, and no later than the start date of employment in the project. For researchers with multiple PhDs, the date of the first PhD award is deemed the reference date. Extension might apply according to National Science Centre, Poland, rules (this period might be longer due to family reasons according to NCN rules);
1. Publication record and rich (mobility) scientific experience;
2. Ability to work independently as well as in a group;
3. Significant research achievements in instruments development and construction (spectrometry, lasers) including its applications;
4. Familiar with spectrometry coincidence characterization techniques, laser techniques, cross-beam experiments, continuous molecular jet optimization;
5. Ability to communicate fluently in English (written and spoken);
6. Strong motivation to work and pursue scientific questions, creativity, and analytical thinking;
7. Experience in instrument development, especially from scratch, astrochemistry, and lasers would be a plus. Solid experience in troubleshooting standalone Time-of-Flight mass spectrometers and excellent communication skills in English are necessary;
8. Additionally, the candidate for the postdoctoral position must meet the following condition: they did not have the PI Dariusz Piekarski as their research supervisor or auxiliary supervisor of their PhD dissertation.Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentResearch Field Chemistry Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Additional InformationBenefitsWe offer a post-doctoral position (full-time employment) in the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS with a gross salary of Around 9651 PLN gross per month financed from the NCN Sonata18 project no 2022/47/D/ST4/03286 entitled “Induced reactivity of triazole derivatives: theoretical and laser control of reverse “click” reaction”
. 100% of the work time of Postdoc will be devoted to the realization of the proposed project.
The selected candidate will gain valuable new knowledge and methods to enhance their skill set related with the cross-beam techniques using fs laser. The project focuses on the interdisciplinary area between physics and chemistry, with long-standing goal of potential applications in photochemistry. Successful implementation of the project could open up new perspectives in the field, potentially leading to the development of an entirely new area of research.
We plan to publish the results of the work in high impact factor journals.
The successful candidate will be eligible for all programs at the IPC PAS, including the IPC PAS Young Scientists competition and the IPC PAS Young Scientists Mobility competition.
Institute provides an opportunity to participate in ERASMUS+ programme.Eligibility criteriaThe successful candidate for the postdoctoral position shall, for the full term of their employment within the project, be obligated to maintain compliance with the following conditions:
– their PhD degree has been awarded by another institution than the one planned to employ them at this post or they have completed a continuous and evidenced post-doctoral fellowship of at least 10 months in another institution than the host institution for the project and in another country than the one in which they have been conferred a PhD degree
– when the remuneration is paid, they will be receiving no remuneration from the funds allocated as direct costs under research projects funded in NCN calls;
– when the remuneration is paid, they will be receiving no remuneration from another employer pursuant to an employment contract, including an employer with registered office outside of Poland; and
– when the remuneration is paid, they will be receiving no pension under the social insurance scheme.
A post-doc type post is a full-time post, scheduled by the project’s principal investigator for a person who has been conferred a PhD degree in the year of employment in the project or within 7 years before 1 January of the year of employment in the project. This period may be extended by a time of long-term (in excess of 90 days) documented sick leaves or rehabilitation leaves granted on account of being unfit to work. In addition, the period may be extended by the number of months of a child care leave granted pursuant to the Labour Code and in the case of women, by 18 months for every child born or adopted, whichever manner of accounting for career breaks is preferable.Selection processThe Recriutment Commission will take into account the following criteria:
d) competencies of candidates for specific tasks in a research project;
e) knowledge of the cross-beam laser induced techniques;
f) previous scientific achievements and distinctions resulting from the conducted, project related research.The commission evaluates applications on a point scale.
1. Employment application;
2. Cover letter;
3. Professional curriculum vitae;
4. University degree diploma, scan or photocopy of candidate’s MSc degree, a list of scientific achievements: publications, patents, conference presentations and research projects;
5. At least one letter of recommendation written by well-known scientists in the field.

• The application deadline is on the 23.09.2024 , 12:00 noon

Applications should be sent to . IMPORTANT! email subject: “Recruitment no 40/2024 ” (emails without this number will not be considered)

• Top candidates can be invited for an online or in-person interview 24.09.2025. We reserve the right to contact and reply to only selected candidates.
• The position will be offered to the person with the highest evaluation by the Recruitment Committee.
• The results of the recruitment are planned to be announced on the 03.10.2024.
• Employment will take place in accordance with the provisions of the competition documentation of the National Science Center (NSC) for the Sonata18,

and Employment policy of the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS .

• “The incomplete applications may not be considered”
• The results of the competition are made public.
• Candidates who have been issued a negative opinion by the Competition Committee or candidates not selected for employment have the right to appeal against the results of the evaluation. The appeal shall be lodged with the Director of the Institute within 7 days from the date of receipt of the appropriate information. The decision of the Director of the Institute shall be final.

Appeals should be sent to the following email address: .

• If the top candidate does not sign the contract due to the resignation, we reserve the right to choose the next candidate from the ranking list.

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