Postdoctoral Scholar - Chemistry

Penn State UniversityUniversity Park, IL

About The Position

The laboratory of Professor Kenneth Knappenberger in the Department of Chemistry, at The Pennsylvania State University, seeks to fill a postdoctoral research position in the area of metal nanoparticle synthesis and spectroscopy. Research will focus on the investigation of structural influences on the spin and magneto-optical properties of nanoclusters and nanoparticles. This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in nanocluster synthesis.
  • Extensive experience in composition and structure characterization.
  • Extensive experience in circular dichroism and magnetic field spectroscopy.
  • Extensive experience in photophysics for atomically precise nanoclusters.
  • Recently received, or be scheduled to receive, a Ph.D. in Chemistry by the time employment starts.
  • Self-motivated.

Responsibilities

  • Investigate structural influences on the spin and magneto-optical properties of nanoclusters and nanoparticles.
  • Lead projects.
  • Contribute to collaborative research efforts.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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