Academic Employee at the Danish Center for Ultrahigh-Field NMR Spectroscopy at iNANO and the Department of Chemistry, Aarhus University
Job description
In a team with other academic employees, the candidate will contribute to the development, maintenance, and support of users of the 950 MHZ NMR spectrometer at iNANO and several other NMR spectrometers at lower magnetic fields within the Danish Center for Ultrahigh-Field NMR Spectroscopy situated at iNANO and the Department of Chemistry.
The candidate is expected to contribute to:
- Support of and interaction with external users of the Center for Ultrahigh-Field NMR Spectroscopy.
- Support NMR activities at the Department of Chemistry with special focus on solid-state NMR experiments and routine liquid-state NMR of organic compounds.
- Training of students and external users in NMR spectroscopy, individually or in relevant laboratory courses in chemistry.
- Cryogenic fillings on NMR spectrometers and service/maintenance of a new He recovery system.
- Various duties related to the Department of Chemistry.
Your profile
Candidates are expected to have an in-depth knowledge on advanced NMR spectroscopy, particularly solid-state Magic-Angle Spinning NMR and basic liquid-state NMR of low-molecular weight organic molecules. Advanced experience with Topspin and the Bruker NMR soft- and hardware will be considered as a plus.
The candidate is expected to have a relevant education in nanoscience, chemistry, physics, materials science or similar. It is considered an advantage if you hold a PhD within the mentioned areas but it is not a requirement.
We offer a job opportunity in an ambitious and inspiring research and education environment with an informal atmosphere. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated team contributor with the competency to oversee their own tasks and maintain an organized approach. You appreciate engaging with colleagues across various roles, including scientific, academic, and technical-administrative teams, and you excel at creating cooperative partnerships.
Your collaborative approach enhances the positivity and engagement within the workplace.
You speak and write scientific English very well. We anticipate that you have proficiency in time management and can structure significant tasks effectively on your own.
We offer a possibility to work in a distinguished scientific and educational environment and to support your development, e.g. through courses and conference participation.
For further information on the position please contact Director, Prof. Niels Chr. Nielsen (tel. +45 2899 2541; ncn@chem.au.dk).
Place of work
The place of work is Langelandsgade 140, 8000 Aarhus C, and the area of employment is the Department of Chemistry and iNANO, Aarhus University.
Formalities and salary range
Salary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Unions.
Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.
The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
Aarhus University
Aarhus University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education and the development of society nationally and globally. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 38,000 students (FTEs) and 8,300 employees, and has an annual revenues of EUR 935 million. Learn more at www.international.au.dk/
