Postdoctoral Research Position in the area of Functional Nanoparticle Superstructures, Germany

INM – Leibniz Institute for New Materials, situated in Saarbrücken (Germany), engages in fundamental and applied materials research – from molecules to pilot production. Our research fields are “Chemical nanotechnology“, “Interface Materials” and “Materials in Biology”. We develop nanostructured materials from a chemical, physical and biological perspective, investigate and model their properties and promote their potential applications in industrial collaborations.

INM seeks to appoint a

Senior Group Leader, Physical Analytics

(TEM, STEM, SEM, ESEM, AFM, XRD, XRF)

The new group leader will direct research with the primary focus on application of electron microscopy and X-ray diffraction methods for the characterization of nanostructured materials. This comprises both a competitive, innovative research program and service to research groups at INM. In 2011, our facilities will be upgraded with a new state-of-the-art STEM with C-FEG, Cs-corrector and high-speed GIF Quantum. This instrument will provide access to a large range of new techniques (atomic resolution STEM, EELS, ESI, EFTEM, tomography …). The position will play a key role at INM in providing and developing quantitative and in-situ methodologies for the characterization of a large range of nanomaterials.

The successful candidate will have several years’ experience in advanced TEM and/or diffraction techniques and, ideally, will have led a competitive research group elsewhere. He/she is interested in combining independent research with service to other groups. Experience in Analytical TEM/STEM is essential; experience in SEM and XRD are highly desirable. The environment at INM encourages collaborations with internal and external investigators in a broad range of disciplines.

INM offers a creative working environment and the inspiring atmosphere of a highly interdisciplinary, internationally visible institution. Financial compensation will be competitive and depends on previous research experience. Links with the adjacent Saarland University, including teaching possibilities, are strongly encouraged. Numerous connections with industrial partners will also provide additional career opportunities. Saarbrücken is a lively city on the German-French border with fast connections into both countries. 

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