PhD in Chemical Physics: RIXS Theory & Quantum Chemistry

Stockholm University; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 335,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

Stockholm University’s Department of Physics invites applications for a doctoral position in Chemical Physics, focusing on theory development for high-resolution RIXS experiments. You will work in the Molecular Dynamics Quantum Chemistry group within the Division of Chemical Physics, collaborating with international partners.

The position offers a fixed-term employment for up to four years, with a strong emphasis on training, collaboration, and participation in conferences.

Qualifications

• General entry requirements for postgraduate education must be met by deadline.
• Proficiency in English language required, or equivalent qualifications including English-taught degree or standard tests.

Responsibilities

• Develop theoretical methods for X-ray induced transitions in extended systems.
• Work on high-resolution RIXS theory and experiments in collaboration with international partners.
• Contribute to modelling of photo-induced processes using quantum chemistry methods.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Creative thinking

Initiative

Ability to collaborate

Written and verbal proficiency

Education

Second-cycle degree in Physics

60 credits in second-cycle physics

Second-cycle degree project 15 credits

Job description

Stockholm University’s Department of Physics invites applications for a doctoral position in Chemical Physics, focusing on theory development for high-resolution RIXS experiments. You will work in the Molecular Dynamics Quantum Chemistry group within the Division of Chemical Physics, collaborating with international partners.

The position offers a fixed-term employment for up to four years, with a strong emphasis on training, collaboration, and participation in conferences.