Phd Position: Stereocontrolled Charge-carrier

vor 1 Woche


Basel, Basel-Stadt, Schweiz Universität Basel Vollzeit
The Ultrafast Spectroscopy and Chiral Molecular Dynamics Laboratory led by Prof. Malte Oppermann studies the molecular transformations that drive biological and chemical processes on the nanoscale.

To achieve this, our interdisciplinary research team develops innovative time-resolved spectroscopic tools that use polarization-controlled laser pulses to capture both electronic and structural changes in molecular systems and materials on their natural time scales.

We are looking for a creative and highly motivated doctoral student to join our team.

Project background

Your position
The planned starting date of the position is 1 September 2023, but this can be adapted upon mutual agreement.

Your profile
For this position, skills and experience in the following areas would be especially valuable assets:

  • Ultrafast spectroscopy
  • Photochemistry and physics of nanoparticles or plasmonic nanostructures
  • Data analysis with common programming languages such as Matlab or Python
  • Handling and development of optical and laser technology
  • Hardware control via LabView, Matlab, Python or similar
  • Research experience in photochemistry or physics, molecular dynamics, or material science

We offer you

  • Close supervision on your Ph.
D. research in a young research group

  • An interdisciplinary and collaborative work environment with a diverse range of tasks
  • Training in optical and laser technology, photochemistry and physics, data analysis, research skills and career development
  • Excellent salary, benefits and working conditions following Swiss university standards
  • Basel offers a truly international environment, bordering with France and Germany, a wide range of cultural activities and an exceptional quality of life

Application / Contact

  • A motivation letter that describes your suitability for the position (maximum one A4 page)
  • Your curriculum vitae (including a list of publications if applicable)
  • Scanned transcripts of your B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees including grades
  • The names and contact details of at least two referees that can recommend you

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