PhD Student in X-ray Spectroscopy

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Would you like to work with X-rays and their application to molecular catalysts, supported by competent and friendly colleagues in an international environment? Would you like an employer that invests in sustainable employee relationships and offers secure, favorable working conditions? Welcome to apply for a position as a PhD student at Uppsala University. Research conducted at the Department of Physics and Astronomy encompasses a broad spectrum of physics subjects, distributed across nine divisions. The department is located in the Ångström Laboratory and employs nearly 400 people, of which 100 are PhD students. It offers a comprehensive physics curriculum for undergraduate and doctoral students, participation in nationally and internationally leading research projects for researchers, and opportunities for partnerships with industry as well as various outreach activities. uu.se/fysik The Division of Chemical and Biomolecular Physics focuses on understanding the fundamental properties and ultrafast processes of matter at atomic length and time scales in angstroms and femtoseconds. The program holds a leading position in the use of X-rays to investigate atoms, molecules, and chemical and biomolecular systems. We develop and apply new X-ray methods and instrumentation and aim to reveal how the properties of a system result from its electronic structure and dynamics with applications in environmental, biophysical, and chemical systems. Responsibilities The PhD student will develop and apply X-ray spectroscopic techniques in the soft and hard X-ray ranges at synchrotrons and X-ray free-electron lasers. In close collaboration with theory groups, the goal is to study the valence electron structure of transition metal complexes to better understand their functionality in areas such as light uptake and bond activation. The PhD student will be responsible for developing new spectroscopy infrastructure and for the design, execution, and analysis of experiments aimed at understanding how charge distributions in transition metal complexes determine their reactivity toward specific molecular transformations. Additional responsibilities for the PhD student include writing scientific manuscripts, presenting research results at internal meetings and international conferences, and actively participating in collaborations with other experimental and theoretical groups. Qualification Requirements Eligible for doctoral education is a person who has completed a degree at advanced level in physics, chemistry (or related subject), or completed at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 higher education credits at advanced level including an independent work of at least 15 higher education credits, or in some other way acquired substantially equivalent knowledge. Very good oral and written proficiency in English. Desirable/Meriting Further Qualifications Very good knowledge of molecular physics and spectroscopy is meriting, as is previous practical experience with X-ray spectroscopy and instrumentation. Experience with analysis of large data sets and quantum chemical simulations is an advantage, but not necessarily a requirement. Regulations for PhD students are found in the Higher Education Ordinance 5 chap §§ 1-7 and in the university's rules and guidelines. About the Position The position is time-limited, according to HF 5 chap § 7. The position is full-time. Start date October 1, 2026 or by agreement. Location: Uppsala Information about the position is provided by: (Dr. Raphael Jay, +46 76-022 67 04, [email protected]) In this recruitment, we have replaced the personal letter with questions that you answer in connection with your application. Your answers will be used as part of the selection process. Welcome to submit your application by August 14, 2026, UFV-PA 2026/2138. Uppsala University is a broad research university with strong international standing. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all 7,500 employees and 53,000 students who with curiosity and commitment make Uppsala University one of the country's most exciting workplaces. Learn more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/ The position may be subject to security clearance. A prerequisite for employment in a security clearance is that the applicant is approved. We decline offers of recruitment and advertising assistance. Applications are received through Uppsala University's recruitment system. Trade union representatives: Saco-S - [email protected], Seko - [email protected], ST (OFR/S) - [email protected]

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job

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active

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public

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Uppsala

Adresa

Box 256

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59.8520701, 17.7188369kopírovatotevřít v ▾

Email

[email protected]

Telefon

+46 76-022 67 04

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2

Publikováno

16. 6. 2026

Upraveno

21. 6. 2026

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