The J.R. Macdonald Laboratory, Department of Physics, Kansas State University, is seeking two or more RESEARCH ASSOCIATES in the areas of (i) attosecond physics, (ii) intense-field short-pulse physics and (iii) coherent control of ultra-cold atoms.  Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. degree in Physics or a related field.  Preference will be given to candidates with experience in one or more of these areas: femtosecond laser systems; ultrafast/intense laser interactions with atoms/molecules; and cw lasers for laser cooling, electromagnetically induced transparency, etc.  Research in these areas in the Department of Physics includes high harmonic and attosecond pulse generation and atomic/molecular physics carried out using these pulses; and the control of coherent excitation and cold collision processes (see http://jrm.phys.ksu.edu/ ).  The initial appointment will be for a one year term with a second and possible third year term appointment contingent upon performance and availability of funding.  Candidates should submit a letter of application and a vita including a list of publications to Director, J. R. Macdonald Laboratory, Physics Department, 116 Cardwell Hall, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506-2601 Candidates should also arrange to have three letters of reference sent to the same address. Electronic applications can be sent to jrmpostdoc@phys.ksu.edu.  Screening of applications will begin June 15, 2009.   

Kansas State University is an Affirmative Action/equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees.  Background checks required.

Date Posted: 5/12/09