Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology (Ni Lab)
Other Engineering
USD 67,600-80k / year
Position
| Title | Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology (Ni Lab) |
|---|---|
| School | Faculty of Arts and Sciences |
| Department/Area | Chemistry and Chemical Biology |
| Position Description | The Ni Group invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position. Our group creates molecules at the lowest possible temperatures to study fundamental aspects of chemical reactions and physical dynamics and explore quantum many-body physics and quantum information in chemistry-related applications. The successful candidate will work on new experimental approaches and hardware implementations for ultracold molecular assembly as well as investigating coherence and entanglement in chemical systems and exotic phases of matter. Responsibilities: 1. Conduct independent and collaborative research in experimental ultracold molecules, quantum chemistry, and/or quantum many-body physics 2. Publish and present research findings in high-quality scientific journals and conferences. 3. Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and students on interdisciplinary research projects. 4. Contribute to the preparation of research proposals. 5. Participate in teaching and mentoring activities for undergraduate and graduate students. |
| Basic Qualifications | 1. A Ph.D. in physics, physical chemistry, or a closely related field 2. Demonstrated record of research achievement. 3. Strong hands-on skills as well as written and oral communication skills. 4. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. |
| Additional Qualifications | |
| Special Instructions | Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a brief research proposal, and two to three references’ names and contact information. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled For more information, please visit our website – https://kni.faculty.chemistry.harvard.edu/ – or contact the department directly. Please note: This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance. |
| Contact Information | Joseph Lavin Associate Director of Academic Affairs Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology Harvard University 12 Oxford Street Cambridge MA 02138 |
| Contact Email | lavin@chemistry.harvard.edu |
| Salary Range | $67,600-$80,000. Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field |
| Minimum Number of References Required | 2 |
| Maximum Number of References Allowed | 3 |
| Keywords | Physical Chemistry, Physics |
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Applicant Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research