Switzerland – EPFL Postdoctoral Fellowship in Theoretical Chemistry and Chemical Physics
The Theoretical Physical Chemistry Group at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, EPFL) invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in theoretical chemistry and chemical physics. The preferred start date is between January and August 2008.
The successful candidate will use quantum-mechanical and semiclassical methods to explain physicochemical properties of molecules, such as, nuclear quantum effects on reaction rate constants, quantum effects in atomic and molecular clusters at low temperatures as well as decoherence in mesoscopic systems. Our group is also interested in using classical statistical physics to predict interactions between biological macromolecules, e.g., in order to find genes regulated by microRNAs.
Requirements:
- Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, or a related field.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
The appointment is for two years with a possible extension for another year. The annual stipend is SFr. 75,000.
How to apply:
Interested candidates should submit an application with a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, names and contact information of three references, and a description of research interests. The most qualified candidates will be invited for an on-site interview at EPFL.
The applications should be sent by postal mail to:
Prof. Jiri Vanicek
EPFL SB ISIC UPVANIC
CH C3 391
Station 6
CH-1015 Lausanne
Switzerland
or by e-mail to jiri.vanicek@epfl.ch
The deadline for the receipt of applications is November 30, 2007.
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