Postdoc: Chemical Dynamics - Gas-Phase & Surfaces

Sandia National Laboratories; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Relocation assistance

Generous vacation

Medical benefits

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories in Livermore, CA seeks a postdoctoral fellow to study chemical dynamics of reactivity both in the gas phase and on photoreactive surfaces, collaborating with Dr. David Chandler.

The project uses state‑of‑the‑art velocity mapping, molecular beam techniques, and surface science instrumentation. The candidate will present results at national and international conferences and publish in high‑profile peer‑reviewed journals; onsite work is required, and the position is

Qualifications

• PhD in chemistry, physics or closely related field.
• Experience with laser diagnostics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills evidenced by publications or presentations at scientific conferences.

Responsibilities

• Present results at national and international conferences and publish in high‑profile peer‑reviewed journals.
• Study quantum-state selected vibrational energy transfer and surface reactions with a new apparatus onsite.

Skills

Laser diagnostics

Scientific writing

Conferences/presentations

Education

PhD in chemistry, physics or closely related field

Tools

Laser spectroscopy

Molecular beams

Velocity map imaging

Programming

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories in Livermore, CA seeks a postdoctoral fellow to study chemical dynamics of reactivity both in the gas phase and on photoreactive surfaces, collaborating with Dr. David Chandler.

The project uses state‑of‑the‑art velocity mapping, molecular beam techniques, and surface science instrumentation. The candidate will present results at national and international conferences and publish in high‑profile peer‑reviewed journals; onsite work is required, and the position is