Stockholm University is inviting applications for PhD studentship in Theoretical Chemical Physics: Quantum Chemical Studies of Ultra-fast Dynamics and X-ray spectra at the Department of Physics. Applicants will work on new approaches for spectrum simulations with state-of-the-art quantum chemistry. PhD studentship at Stockholm University is four years (48 months). The 4-year PhD program includes at least 3 years of research and at most one year of course work. Application deadline is October 1, 2014.
Study Subject(s):Â PhD studentship is available in Theoretical Chemical Physics: Quantum Chemical Studies of Ultra-fast Dynamics and X-ray spectra at the Department of Physics.
Course Level:Â Studenship is available at PhD level of study.
Scholarship Provider:Â Stockholm University, Sweden
Scholarship can be taken at: Â Sweden
Eligibility:Â To be accepted as a PhD student in Theoretical Physics one should have studied at least four years at a University and have a BSc in Physics. These studies must include advanced courses in physics during one year and an advanced degree project. For the subject Chemical Physics courses in chemistry may replace the required physics courses.
Scholarship Open for International Students:Â Position is open for Swedish applicants.
Scholarship Description: To solve the problems that we face today, for example with sustainable energy production, we need insight into the mechanisms of the underlying electronic and photo-chemical processes. Remarkable advances in x-ray spectroscopy and pulsed light-sources, including free-electron lasers, plasma sources and higher harmonic generation, today enable unprecedented insight into the electronic structure and photo-chemistry in solution and solids. The parallel development of theoretical tools for electronic structure calculations and spectrum simulations based on realistic models allows for increasingly accurate predictions and interpretation of the experimental data. Combined the experimental and theoretical techniques constitute a powerful probe for dissecting the electronic structure of complex materials and determine the pathways of photo-chemical processes in solutions and solids of importance for many energy-related applications.
Number of award(s):Â Not Known
Duration of award(s):Â A PhD education at Stockholm University is four years (48 months). The 4-year PhD program includes at least 3 years of research and at most one year of course work.
What does it cover? Not Known
Selection criteria:Â The successful applicant will be selected based on documented theoretical and experimental knowledge relevant for the area of study, knowledge of scientific theory and method, analytical skills, personal motivation and team working skills. Well-developed English language skills are required. The applicants are encouraged to provide supporting documents that substantiate qualifications, e.g., knowledge, skills, abilities and experience. References and interviews will be used to assess qualifications of the applicants. We seek a self-motivated candidate with good analytical abilities and skills in English.
Notification:Â Not Known
How to Apply:Â Â The application should contain:
- maximum one A4-page of personal presentation and letter of intent/motivation
- CV (including methodological skills)
- copy of independent project thesis
- copies of degree certificates and transcripts of academic records (attested)
- contact details for two academic referees.
In order to apply for this position, please use the Stockholm University web-based application form.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Application dead line is October 1, 2014.
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