Doctoral Research Position with Raman Spectroscopy in Jena, Germany (1/2)

The Collaborative Research Center SFB 1076 “AquaDiva – Understanding the Links between Surface and Subsurface Biogeosphere” is funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG). AquaDiva is an ambitious research center with more than 70 researchers and Institutes at four faculties of the Friedrich Schiller University Jena (FSU) and three non-university research institutes in Jena or Leipzig. The integrated Research Training Group AquaDiva is educating doctoral researchers in a structured, interdisciplinary training program. AquaDiva combines different research areas, such as ecology, microbiology, hydrogeology, soil science, geomorphology, geochemistry, geology, geophysics, chemistry, and information science, to a comprehensive picture of subsurface research (www.aquadiva.uni-jena.de).

The Integrated Research Training Group AquaDiva invites applications for a
Doctoral Researcher Position (m/f; Ref.No. 131/2017)
at the Institute of Physical Chemistry at the Friedrich Schiller University Jena (FSU)

Development of Linear and Non-Linear Raman Techniques for Single Cell Sorting

In this project, different Raman techniques will be used for the detection and sorting of isotopically labeled single bacterial cells. In this subproject, all Raman spectroscopic and coherent Raman spectroscopic experiments will be established for the isotope experiments on single bacteria cells. In addition, also the layout and the combination of the spectroscopic methods with microfluidics will be addressed to sort the bacterial cells according to the respective isotope incorporation.

Requirements:
A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Natural Sciences (e.g., chemistry, physics, or related discipline); candidates expected to earn their degree by September 2017 are welcome to apply
Solid knowledge of linear and nonlinear spectroscopy; excellent optical expertise
Enthusiasm to play an active role in the interdisciplinary research team of AquaDiva
Highly motivated and creative personalities, with an interest to shape their own thesis project
Excellent written and oral communications skills in English

We offer:
A doctoral researcher position (TV-L E13 – salary agreement for public service employees, 65%) with funding from Sep 1, 2017, until Jun 30, 2021, as well as generous research funding with the possibility of a three-months research stay abroad
Opportunity for research on an innovative and unique Critical Zone research platform
A comprehensive mentoring program with supervision by a team of advisors
A communicative atmosphere within a scientific network providing top-level research facilities and training program, including participation in international and national conferences and workshops
The place of work is Jena, Germany, a young and lively university town with dynamic business activities, successful scientific centers of innovation, and a vibrant cultural scene around a university with a rich tradition