One postdoctoral position with the possibility of a second, in theoretical Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics is available immediately at the J. R. Macdonald Laboratory, Department of Physics, Kansas State University. Candidates with Ph.D degree in theoretical Atomic, Molecular and Optical physics are welcome to submit applications. The successful applicant is expected to work with Professor C. D. Lin. The major focus is to develop a theory of dynamic chemical imaging using intense few-cycle infrared lasers. Recent progress from the group shows that molecular frame photoionization cross sections and elastic electron-molecular ion  scattering cross sections can be extracted from the high-order harmonics and  photoelectron momentum spectra generated when molecules are exposed to infrared lasers. Applicants with experience in quantum chemistry with interest in entering in this new area of research are desirable.  Recent publications from the group are listed at the URL given below.  Screening will start on June 15, 2009, and continue until the position is filled.  Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae and description of research expertise as well as arrange to have at least two letters of reference to Professor C. D. Lin, Department of Physics, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506, USA, preferably via the e-mail: cdlin@phys.ksu.edu. Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and actively seeks diversity among its employees.  Background check required.

Recent publications:  http://www.phys.ksu.edu/personal/cdlin/papers/pubnow.html

Date Posted: 4/15/09