Job Opportunities

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 available.

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
cdlin@phys.ksu.edu

(preferably via e-mail).

Kansas State University is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees.

Originally posted: 15 April 2009

The J. R. Macdonald Laboratory (JRML) in the Department of Physics at Kansas State University seeks a faculty member in the area of experimental AMO Ultrafast Laser Science. Interest in Attosecond Physics, Coherent Control, or other areas that match the JRML research effort will be considered favorably. The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Physics Department. Candidates must present credentials which will justify appointment at this level, including a Ph.D. in AMO Physics or related discipline.

The Department has outstanding experimental and theoretical AMO physics programs, directed by 11 faculty members. It has extensive laser and accelerator facilities in the James R. Macdonald Laboratory. These facilities are being used to address an array of unique problems in AMO science. A description of research in the JRM laboratory can be found at http://jrm.phys.ksu.edu/.

The successful candidate should also demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring of students and to serving a diverse population.

Applications should be sent, to:

JRML Search Committee
116 Cardwell Hall
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS 66506-2601
jrmsearch@phys.ksu.edu

In addition to a curriculum vita, applications should include statements of research and teaching interests and applicant should arrange to have three letters of reference sent. Screening of applicants will begin on December 1, 2008, and continue until the position is filled.

Background checks required.

Kansas State University is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees.

Originally posted: 16 October 2008

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 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
jrmpostdoc@phys.ksu.edu

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.

Originally posted: 12 May 2009