Within the research Group Theoretical Chemistry
of Hasselt University, the following position (m/f) is available:
PhD Theoretical Chemistry / Chemical Physics (2x2 years)
(mandate SBG/2009/001)
Job description
The candidate will prepare a PhD thesis within the framework of a
project entitled "From orbital imaging to molecular quantum similarity
in momentum space" (financial support by the Fund for scientific
Research _ Flanders and the University of Hasselt). The first goal of
the project is to develop and apply theoretical methods for quantitative
interpretations of advanced “orbital imaging” experiments employing
Electron Momentum Spectroscopy (EMS), taking into into account
conformational mobility as well as electron correlation and relaxation -
EMS is a powerful technique which enables straightforward determinations
of orbital momentum densities from an angular analysis of
electron-impact ionization & scattering cross-sections. A second aspect
of the project pertains to the calculation from these densities of new
criteria of molecular similarity, of relevance for the pharmaceutical
industry, and of efficient descriptors of the chemical reactivity, in
collaboration with the division of quantum chemistry at the University
of Ghent (Prof. P. Bultinck). This proposed research project is a
continuation of a PhD thesis that has been awarded by the International
Union of Pure and Applied Chemists.
Diploma
Academic license (4 years), master (5 years) of equivalent diploma (bvb.
DEA) in chemistry, physics, or materials sciences, or civil engineering
in chemistry, physics, or materials sciences. Students who will complete
their study this year can also apply.
Offer
Scholarship for a PhD in Theoretical Chemistry / Chemical Physics within
the research group of Michael S. Deleuze (awards by the World
Association of Theoretically Oriented Chemists and by the Royal Flemisch
Academy of Belgium for Sciences and Arts). The scholarship is available
for a period of 4 years. It consists of a first appointment of 2 years,
followed by a prolongation of 2 years unless negative evaluation of the
first period. The scholarship is subject to social security. Important
computer facilities and a supporting research environment are available
for the candidate (for more information on our research activities,
visit our website: http://www.uhasselt.be/theochem).
Further information
Application
Applicants must use the official application forms
The completed application forms must reach the above mentioned
address no later than Wednesday, July 1st 2009.
Application by e-mail will only be taken into consideration
when sent to the following address:
j...@uhasselt.be.