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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify"><b><span style="color:black" lang="EN-GB">SFI funded
</span>PhD Postgraduate Researcher<span style="color:black"> </span></b><b><span style="color:black" lang="EN-GB">Position
</span></b><b><span lang="EN-GB">in Ireland<span style="color:black"></span></span></b></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify"><b><span style="color:black" lang="EN-GB">University College Cork, Ireland</span></b></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify"><span style="color:black" lang="EN">Department of Physics, School of Chemistry & Environmental Research Institute
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify" class="elementToProof"><span style="color:black" lang="EN">College of Science, Engineering and Food Science</span><span style="color:black" lang="EN-GB"></span></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify" class="elementToProof"><b><i><span style="color:black" lang="EN-GB">Topic:
</span></i></b><b><i><span style="color:black">Radical detection and chemical modelling in the Irish Atmospheric Simulation Chamber (IASC)</span></i></b></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify" class="elementToProof">Supervisors/Principal Investigator:
<span style="color:black">Prof. Andy Ruth</span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify" class="elementToProof"><b>D<span style="color:black">eadline:
</span>December 2<span style="color:black">, 2022</span></b> (note: applications will be accepted until the post has been filled)</p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify"><b><span style="color:black" lang="EN">PhD Overview</span></b></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify" class="elementToProof"><span style="color:black" lang="EN">The Center for Research into Atmospheric Chemistry (CRAC) in UCC is operating the Irish Atmospheric Simulation Chamber (IASC), a national facility for
the simulation of atmospheric scenarios. IASC has recently received funding through the
<i>SFI Frontier Award</i> programme for the development of several unique state-of-the-art methods for detecting atmospheric radicals, which are based on optical cavity-enhanced absorption detection schemes. For the associated research programme a PhD position
is available jointly in the Physics Department and School of Chemistry at UCC. </span>
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify" class="elementToProof"><span style="color:black" lang="EN">The new spectroscopic set-ups will be tailored for the detection of important atmospheric radicals and will be used in a programme of simulation chamber
experiments to investigate the atmospheric oxidation of volatile organic compounds formed through biogenic emissions (BVOCs) or biomass burning, which are major sources of emission that affect air pollution and also contribute to climate change. The spectroscopic
instruments will uniquely allow day- and night-time atmospheric processes to be investigated and generate information which will be critical to the improvement of our understanding of the chemical mechanisms that account for VOC oxidation. The following specific
aspects will be investigated; the fate of peroxy radicals in the night-time atmosphere and their impact on the associated radical chemistry, the atmospheric chemistry of organic nitrates for a range of relevant ambient conditions and secondary aerosol formation.</span></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify"><span style="color:black" lang="EN">The PhD fellowship is funded through Science Foundation Ireland for a maximum of 4 years.</span></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify"><b><span style="color:black" lang="EN">Expected Skill Set</span></b><span style="color:black" lang="EN"></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify" class="elementToProof"><span style="color:black" lang="EN">We are seeking a strongly motivated, enthusiastic person with a high level of initiative, capable of working independently and within a team. The candidate
should be fluent in English and have excellent communication, organization, planning and interpersonal skills, along with a strong scientific spirit.
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify" class="elementToProof"><span style="color:black" lang="EN">The successful applicant should have a strong interest in experimental atmospheric chemistry and detection and monitoring of trace gases, especially
radicals. Applicants should have good knowledge of atmospheric chemistry and an interest in chemical modelling for the investigation and description of reaction mechanisms. Ideally, applicants should also have a talent for experimental research involving
instrumentation and spectroscopy for atmospheric applications. Experimental skills in optics, interfacing, electronics, as well as in data retrieval and analysis are very desirable.
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<b><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; color:black">Key Duties and Responsibilities
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; color:black">· The PhD candidate will conduct a specified programme of research under the supervision of Prof. Andy Ruth and Prof. John Wenger.</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; color:black">· Contribute to the design, construction and operation of new spectroscopy set-ups on IASC.</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; color:black">· Conduct experiments and tests as required by the research programme.</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; color:black">· Analyse, visualise and report data in model-useable formats.</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; color:black">· Use results to improve reaction mechanisms for the atmospheric oxidation of VOCs and the formation of SOA.</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; color:black">· Work with other CRAC researchers and research visitors.</span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:11.0pt; line-height:105%; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Qualifications and Experience</span></b></p>
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</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt; line-height:105%; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Minimum 2H1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in physics, chemistry, or a similar discipline.</span></p>
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</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt; line-height:105%; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Appropriate technical competence and accomplishment, including the use of programming and analytical tools for data analysis and data visualisation.</span></p>
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</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt; line-height:105%; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Basic understanding of spectroscopy, gases and aerosols.</span></p>
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</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt; line-height:105%; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Some knowledge of atmospheric processes (pollutants, main sources, basic meteorological processes).</span></p>
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</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt; line-height:105%; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Enthusiasm and an awareness of atmospheric science and air quality issues in society.</span></p>
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</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt; line-height:105%; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">A commitment to gaining practical experience working on a research project.</span></p>
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</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt; line-height:105%; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Applicants whose first language is not English must show evidence of English proficiency, please check the minimum requirements at:
<u><span style="color:#0563C1"><a href="https://www.ucc.ie/en/study/comparison/english/" data-auth="NotApplicable">https://www.ucc.ie/en/study/comparison/english/</a></span></u></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:11.0pt; line-height:105%; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Diversity</span></b><u><span style="font-size:11.0pt; line-height:105%; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; color:#0563C1"></span></u></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">To help address gender under-representation in science, applications from female applicants are strongly encouraged, as are those from international students and other under-represented groups.
This reflects UCC’s commitment to providing a diverse and open environment for students and staff.</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">For informal enquiries on the position candidates should contact: Prof Andy Ruth,
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<a href="mailto:a.ruth@ucc.ie" data-auth="NotApplicable">a.ruth–at–ucc.ie</a></span> ,
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif" lang="EN-GB">+353-21-4902057</span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif" lang="EN-GB">Funding details:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif" lang="EN-GB"> €18,500 stipend per annum. Additionally EU tuition fees will be covered
(for non-EU applicants additional fees might be incurred).</span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif" lang="EN-GB">Duration:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif" lang="EN-GB"> 48 Months</span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif" lang="EN-GB">Envisaged Start Date:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif" lang="EN-GB"> Jan 1 or Apr 1, 2022</span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif" lang="EN-GB">To Apply</span></b></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Please send:</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Short cover letter describing your motivation for applying for the position and how your experience and expertise match the research topic.</span></li><li class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;text-align:justify">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">CV, including lists of relevant courses taken, research/industry projects performed, relevant experience and any publications.</span></li><li class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif;text-align:justify">
<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif" lang="EN-GB">Contact details of two academic references.</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"></span></li></ol>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">to A.Ruth, </span>
<span class="x_MsoHyperlink" style="color: rgb(5, 99, 193); text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><a href="mailto:a.ruth@ucc.ie" data-auth="NotApplicable">a.ruth–at–ucc.ie</a></span></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">,
quoting<b> “IASC PhD” </b>in the subject line of your email </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif" lang="EN-GB">before the
<b><u>closing date December 2, 2022</u></b>.</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif" lang="EN-GB">(Note: applications will be accepted until the post has been filled)</span></p>
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<a href="http://www.physics.ucc.ie/" data-auth="NotApplicable">http://www.physics.ucc.ie/</a></span>
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<a href="https://www.ucc.ie/en/chemistry/" data-auth="NotApplicable">https://www.ucc.ie/en/chemistry/</a></span>
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