[情報] PhD position in Hamburg
Molecular Recognition of Carbohydrates and Aromatic Molecules
investigated by Broadband Rotational Spectroscopy
One project in our group is the investigation of the rotational
spectra of biomolecules and their complexes in the gas phase using
our novel chirped-pulse broadband microwave spectrometer. This PhD
project is especially focused on monosaccharides and their recognition
by aromatic molecules such as benzene, indole, or, as a challenging
goal, by the amino acid tryptophan. These interactions are essential
for many biological processes such as cell recognition by proteins.
The determination of the geometric structures of these complexes and
the associated intermolecular interactions are the aims of this
project. Demanding physical methods and a good chemical understanding
are needed to successfully accomplish these goals and locates the
project at an exciting boundary between physics and chemistry with
important implications for biological sciences.
The successful applicant will be trained on a recently built apparatus
featuring modern equipment and techniques such as a chirped-pulse
broadband microwave spectrometer, nanosecond UV and IR lasers, and
time-of-flight mass spectrometry. Experience in all aspects of modern
molecular spectroscopy instrumentation will be gained during the course
of this PhD project. This experience will include employing state-of-
the-art experimental methods, challenging simulations, and the 'art'
of interpreting spectra.
A basic knowledge of the fundamentals of molecular spectroscopy and
quantum chemistry are required.
Our Max-Planck Research Group is located at the Center for Free-
Electron Laser Science in Hamburg. The successful candidate will be
employed via the Max Planck Institute for Nuclear Physics according
to the rules of the Max Planck Society for support of PhD students
(either TVöD E13/2 or a Max Planck stipend). The position will run
for three years. The successful candidate will also be connected to
the Universität Hamburg via the International Max Planck Research
School for Ultrafast Imaging and Structural Dynamics (UFAST).
For further information please contact
Dr. Melanie Schnell (Melanie.schnell@asg.mpg.de)
or
Dr. Thomas Betz (Thomas.betz@asg.mpg.de)
and visit our webpage http://mpg.cfel.de/asg/sdccm/.
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