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An EPSRC-funded postdoctoral post is available in the Molecular Magnetism Group (Dr Joris van Slageren).  The project will use frequency domain magnetic resonance spectroscopy to study the magnetic anisotropy of single-molecule magnets and similar materials.  Single-molecule magnets are very promising for applications in new data storage systems and possibly quantum computing.  We aim to identify novel strategies for increasing the blocking temperatures of single-molecule magnets.  State-of-the-art equipment is available, including a frequency domain magnetic resonance spectrometer, SQUID magnetometer with ac capabilities, magnetic circular dichroism and X-band EPR spectrometers.

Candidates must have a PhD degree in chemistry or physics.  Experience in molecular magnetism, spectroscopy, and/or low-temperature methods will be an advantage.  The successful candidate will tackle exciting contemporary challenges in a very well-equipped and modern environment with outstanding facilities and support.  There will be ample opportunities for research visits and conference participation.

Salary will be within the range £25,888 - £27,466 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.  This post will be offered on a fixed-term contract for a period of up to three years, depending on qualifications and experience.

Further details are available at: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/~pczjv.

For more details and/or to apply on-line please access: http://jobs.nottingham.ac.uk/SCI520X1.  If you are unable to apply on-line please send a detailed CV, including a list of publications, with the names and addresses of two academic referees, to Dr J van Slageren, School of Chemistry, The University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, NG7 2RD.  Email: Slageren@Nottingham.ac.uk.  Please quote ref. SCI/520X1.  Closing date: 17 November 2008.