Fully Funded PhD: Pulse EPR & Spin Dynamics

ETH Zurich; Schweiz; On-site; CHF 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

ETH Zurich invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher in Pulse Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR). The project aims to develop advanced pulse sequences with higher sensitivity and information content, using a state-of-the-art pulse EPR spectrometer.

It integrates method development with applications to inorganic chemistry and catalysis, under an SNSF Starting Grant. The role emphasizes spectroscopic work and spin-dynamics simulations, with possible synthesis and quantum-chemical

Qualifications

• Master's degree in physical chemistry or related field by start of position.
• Experience in advanced magnetic resonance techniques (EPR, solid-state NMR or similar).
• Strong understanding of the physics underlying magnetic resonance.

Responsibilities

• Perform spectroscopy experiments and spin-dynamics simulations.
• Develop and test new pulse sequences for improved sensitivity.
• Apply methods to inorganic chemistry, catalysis and organic radicals; potentially do synthesis and calculations.

Skills

Spin dynamics

Magnetic resonance

EPR

Solid-state NMR

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in physical chemistry

Tools

Pulse EPR spectrometer

Quantum-chemical calculations

Job description

ETH Zurich invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher in Pulse Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR). The project aims to develop advanced pulse sequences with higher sensitivity and information content, using a state-of-the-art pulse EPR spectrometer.

It integrates method development with applications to inorganic chemistry and catalysis, under an SNSF Starting Grant. The role emphasizes spectroscopic work and spin-dynamics simulations, with possible synthesis and quantum-chemical