Published: 16 April 2024
Zürich
100%
Permanent position
PhD Position in Solid-State NMR
100%, Zurich, fixed-term
The solid-state NMR research group in the Departement of Chemistry and Applied Biosciences is looking for a PhD student on the topic of pulse-sequence optimization based on effective Hamiltonians. We are a small team working on theoretical aspects and methodological developments in solid-state NMR. Our work is mostly geared towards applications in biomolecular NMR trying to improve the understanding of pulse sequences and implementing new experiments.
Project background
Solid-state NMR is an important analytical technique to characterize structure and dynamics of biomolecules and materials. So far, pulse sequences have been implemented mostly based on analytical calculations of the spin dynamics. Based on recent theoretical developments in our group (publication 1, publication 2), we plan to use numerical optimization of effective Hamiltonians to generate new and more efficient pulse sequences in a way similar to the analytical approach used so far.
Job description
The PhD will focus on implementing numerical optimization strategies to design pulse sequences for high-resolution solid-state NMR under magic-angle spinning. The efficiency of such pulse-sequence elements is key for improving the sensitivity of NMR experiments. To obtain the best performance not only parameters of the spin systems but also experimental imperfections of the spectrometers have to be included in the modelling of the experiment. Such an approach will require:
The output of the PhD will be new pulse-sequence elements that can be used in applications of NMR in biological systems and material science.
Your profile
We are looking for a highly-motivated student who is interested in working on the intersection between Chemistry and Physics in a small interdisciplinary team. The position will require independence, perseverance and the willingness to acquaint yourself with new topics and methods.
You should:
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We offer
ETH offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of scientific research. Collaborations with other research groups are possible and attendance of international conferences in the field of NMR spectroscopy are encouraged. Upon completing the doctorate, the PhD student is awarded the title "Doctor of Sciences (Dr. sc. ETH Zurich)"
We value diversity
Curious? So are we.
We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents in a single merged PDF document, titled with your last name and initials as well as the application date (for example, 20240301_DoeJane_application) in the following order:
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
Further information about our group can be found on our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Matthias Ernst under the email maer@ethz.ch (no applications).
About ETH Zürich
Curious? So are we.
We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents in a single merged PDF document, titled with your last name and initials as well as the application date (for example, 20240301_DoeJane_application) in the following order:
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.
Further information about our group can be found on our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Matthias Ernst under the email maer@ethz.ch (no applications).