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2026
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Post-doc in experimental gas phase photoelectron spectroscopyPostdoc
The University of Southampton is seeking a motivated experimental post-doctoral researcher to work on gas phase XUV photoelectron spectroscopy experiments starting in January 2027. The role is based in Southampton and involves developing photoelectron spectroscopy capabilities alongside experiments performed at national and international facilities.
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PhD student (m/f/d) on joint German-French project on ultrafast dynamics of photoswitchesPhD
PhD position at the Max Born Institute in Berlin as part of the joint German-French FEMTO-switch project. The research focuses on the ultrafast dynamics of photoswitches, investigating how chemical structure controls molecular energetics and excited state dynamics at conical intersections. The role is experimental, employing femtosecond UV/VIS/NIR and photoelectron spectroscopy in the liquid phase, combined with quantum chemistry calculations.
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Postdoctoral position in quantum chemistry and artificial intelligence, IPSA / Université Gustave Eiffel, Paris (France)Postdoc
Postdoctoral position in quantum chemistry and artificial intelligence, IPSA / Université Gustave Eiffel, Paris (France) A post-doctoral position is open at PARIS region (France) for molecular modelling and Raman, IR and NMR Spectroscopies applied to biofuels. The candidate…
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Postdoctoral position in quantum chemistry and artificial intelligence, IPSA / Université Gustave Eiffel, Paris (France) A post-doctoral position is open at PARIS region (France) for molecular modelling and Raman, IR and NMR Spectroscopies applied to biofuels. The candidate will develop a theoretical and computational methodology for characterizing three molecular families of interest for biofuels: triolein, as a representative triacylglycerol (TAG); ketones and methyl ketones; and botryococcenes, hydrocarbons produced by algae. The study will combine quantum chemistry, artificial intelligence and Raman, infrared (IR) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopies to identify their specific molecular signatures. The candidate will generate, select and optimise the relevant conformers of these molecules using machine learning based methods. The candidate will simulate the Raman and IR spectra and calculate NMR parameters using density functional theory (DFT) approaches. The theoretical results will be compared with experimental data to assign vibrational bands, chemical shifts and the main characteristic signals. Artificial intelligence methods may be developed to classify spectra, predict molecular signatures and distinguish these compounds in algal and lipid matrices. Main responsibilities: - Generation and DFT optimization of relevant molecular conformers - Development of machine-learning models for spectral classification, differentiation and prediction - Creation of a database of Raman, IR and NMR spectra for triolein, ketones or methyl ketones, and botryococcenes - Simulation of Raman/IR frequencies and intensities and calculation of NMR parameters, particularly chemical shifts - Comparison of theoretical results with experimental spectra and assignment of molecular signatures The appointment period is initially for one year. The fellowship includes a gross monthly salary ranging between €2900-€3500 depending on the experience of the candidate. Expected start date: 1st of December 2026 To apply, please send a detailed CV including a list of publications, two reference letters and copies of degree certificates to Prof. Majdi Hochlaf (majdi.hochlaf@univ-eiffel.fr) and Dr. Héla Friha (hela.friha@ipsa.fr) as soon as possible and no later than the 1st of November 2026. To join or leave the molecular-dynamics-news email list, go to: http://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/lists/molecular-dynamics-news.html
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PhD position on ultrafast charge and spin dynamics in chiral moleculesPhD
PhD position on ultrafast charge and spin dynamics in chiral molecules, focusing on first-principles electronic structure methods like real-time TDDFT to describe femtosecond time-resolved photoelectron dichroism spectra and the effect of nuclear motion on chiral dynamics.