Two postdoc positions: Probing chemistry at atmospheric interfaces: aerosol research and surface spectroscopy
Aarhus Universitet
The research groups of Merete Bilde and Tobias Weidner within the Center for Chemistry of Clouds (C3) at Aarhus University seek to hire two postdocs for a joint project. As a postdoc within this project, you will study the role of aerosol surface chemistry for the formation of clouds with implications for climate and ecosystems research. For this unique approach, C3 seeks to hire one postdoc with expertise in aerosol research and one postdoc with expertise in surface spectroscopy to work in close collaboration.The starting date is flexible. A date of January 1st 2025 or soon thereafter is preferred. The initial duration of each employment will be 24 months.Job description/research project/research area
Aerosol particles play a central role in the formation of clouds. Particles are emitted from a variety of sources or formed in the atmosphere via photochemical reactions. During their atmospheric lifetime aerosol particles undergo “ageing”; chemical reactions and processes that change particle properties and their ability to act as nuclei for cloud formation.The two postdocs will work in close collaboration to correlate findings on aerosol properties with the molecular structure of the surface of aerosols and water droplets under different conditions. Eventually, the aim will be to understand how particles and water molecules interact to form clouds. The experiments will be complemented with off-line chemical analysis and molecular modelling with collaborating groups in C3.Postdoc 1: The first postdoctoral researcher will focus on the generation and characterization of aerosol particles. Key responsibilities include:
Postdoc 2: The second postdoctoral researcher will concentrate on the study of molecular structure at the surface of aerosols and water droplets. Key responsibilities include:
The project will be carried out within the newly established Center of Excellence: in a dynamic and ambitious research environment using excellent experimental facilities for physical and atmospheric chemistry.Postdocs in our team have the opportunity for collaboration with other students and postdocs within C3 as well as international partners, providing the opportunity for international travel within the research project.Your profile
Postdoc 1 focusing on aerosol formation and cloud forming potential: we are looking for a candidate with a strong background in aerosol instrumentation, and expertise on aerosol properties and preferentially expertise in one or more of the following areas: atmospheric photochemical processes, hygroscopicity and cloud forming potential.Postdoc 2 focusing on spectroscopy: Outside of having a strong motivation to work on interfaces, postdoctoral fellows should have expertise in setting up and performing laser spectroscopies to be considered for the position.The place of work is Langelandsgade 140, 8000 Aarhus C, and the area of employment is the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University and related departments.Further information about the positions may be obtained from Associate Professor Tobias Weidner: or Professor Merete Bilde:Application procedure Shortlisting is used. This means that after the deadline for applications – and with the assistance from the assessment committee chairman, and the appointment committee if necessary, – the head of department selects the candidates to be evaluated. All applicants will be notified whether or not their applications have been sent to an expert assessment committee for evaluation. The selected applicants will be informed about the composition of the committee, and each applicant is given the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that concerns him/her self. Once the recruitment process is completed a final letter of rejection is sent to the deselected applicants.
Aarhus, Midtjylland
Thu, 05 Sep 2024 23:15:31 GMT
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