SWITZERLAND PH.D. STUDENTSHIP IN THEORETICAL CHEMICAL PHYSICS 2009/2010 – THE FEDERAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY IN LAUSANNE (EPFL)
Switzerland Ph.D. Studentship in Theoretical Chemical Physics 2009/2010 – The Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) for PhD Students
Scholarship Introduction:
The Theoretical Physical Chemistry Group of Prof. Jiri Vanicek at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) invites applications for a Ph.D. position in theoretical chemical physics. Research projects are in the following two areas:
1) Development of quantum-dynamical and quantum-statistical methods to describe physical properties of molecules, clusters, and mesoscopic systems. This will also involve efficient computational implementation of the theory, using, e.g., Path Integral Monte Carlo, Path Integral Molecular Dynamics, or high-order Split-Operator methods. Applications include the calculation of quantum rates and kinetic isotope effects on chemical reactions in solution, of quantum nuclear effects in enzymes, or of electronic spectra.
2) Development of efficient and accurate semiclassical methods to describe quantum dynamical properties of molecules, clusters, and mesoscopic systems. Applications include nonadiabatic transitions, ultrafast spectroscopy, decoherence, and the sensitivity of quantum dynamics to inaccuracies in potential energy surfaces.
Eligibility for Scholarship:
1) An excellent academic record.
2) An M.S. or M.A. in physics, chemistry, mathematics, or a related field (exceptional candidates with B.S. or B.A. will be considered).
3) Proficiency in written and spoken English.
4) Proficiency in writing computer codes in C, C++, or Fortran 90.
How to apply:
fill the application form online.
Application form for Scholarship:
https://infowww.epfl.ch/imoniteur_ISAP/!farforms.htm?x=edoc
Important Dates:
The start date is between September 2009 and June 2010.
Source:
http://phd.epfl.ch/edch.
