Research Fellow (Ultrafast 2D optical spectroscopy)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore, within the Ultrafast Multidimensional Optical Spectroscopy Lab, seeks a Research Fellow to develop and apply Coherent Two-Dimensional Electronic Spectroscopy (2DES) to study ultrafast energy transfer dynamics. Responsibilities include maintaining laser systems, executing spectroscopic experiments, and guiding students.

The role emphasizes publishing high-impact papers and collaboration across chemistry, physics, and biology, contributing to groundbreaking ultrafast spectroscopy

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Biophysics, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated research experience in ultrafast nonlinear optical spectroscopy with publications as first or corresponding author.
• Strong knowledge of laser techniques and time-resolved spectroscopy methods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot ultrafast laser systems for 2DES research.
• Design, conduct, and analyze ultrafast spectroscopy experiments.
• Perform computational simulations of ultrafast dynamics in biological systems.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Guide and mentor PhD, postgraduate, and undergraduate students.

Skills

Ultrafast spectroscopy

Laser systems

2D spectroscopy

Transient absorption

Mentoring students

Education

PhD in Chemistry/Physics

Tools

Optical Parametric Amplifier (OPA)

White Light Generator

Regenerative Amplifier

Job description

School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) is an interdisciplinary joint school under College of Engineering and College of Science at NTU Singapore. The Ultrafast Multidimensional Optical Spectroscopy Lab in the School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, and Biotechnology specializes in using Ultrafast Nonlinear Optical Spectroscopy, especially Coherent Two-Dimensional Electronic Spectroscopy (2DES), to study the femtosecond-picosecond dynamics of various complex systems in Chemistry, Biology & Nanoscience. We are looking for a Research Fellow to be involved in the development and application of multidimensional optical spectroscopy to study various complex systems, including the ultrafast excitation energy transfer processes in photosynthetic systems, and spectral diffusion dynamics of complex molecular systems. Develop and Implement research projects on Coherent Two-Dimensional Electronic Spectroscopy (2DES),

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot ultrafast laser systems, including the Regenerative Amplifier Laser System, White Light Generator, and ultrafast two-dimensional (2D) optical spectrometer.
• Design, conduct, and analyze experiments involving ultrafast transient absorption spectroscopy and multidimensional optical spectroscopy.
• Perform computational simulations to investigate ultrafast dynamics and energy transfer processes in biological systems.
• Prepare and draft research manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Guide and mentor PhD, postgraduate, and undergraduate students in research activities.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Chemistry, Physics, Biophysics, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated research experience in ultrafast nonlinear optical spectroscopy, with successful completion of relevant projects and publications as the first/main author in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Strong knowledge of laser optical techniques and hands-on experience with advanced time-resolved optical spectroscopic methods, including ultrafast transient absorption spectroscopy and multidimensional optical spectroscopy.
• Proven ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot ultrafast laser systems, including regenerative amplifier laser systems, Optical Parametric Amplifiers (OPA), and White Light Generators (WLG).
• Established publication record as an author or co-author in optics, chemical physics, physical chemistry, or related fields.
• Experience with ultrafast optical pulse shapers is highly desirable.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution

NTU A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources. For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg About NIE About RSIS About LKCMedicine About NTUItive