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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"><span style="color:black" lang="EN-GB">University College Cork, Ireland</span><span style="color:black" lang="EN-GB"></span></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"><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"><b><i><span style="color:black" lang="EN-GB">Topic:
</span></i></b><b><i><span style="color:black">A compact cavity-enhanced nitrogen oxide detector for mobile platforms</span></i></b></p>
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm; text-align:justify">Supervisors/Principal Investigator:
<span style="color:black">Prof. Andy Ruth </span></p>
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<b>December </b></span><b>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">It is a general scientific challenge to measure and characterize the
<i>spatial distribution</i> of low concentration atmospheric trace radicals in order to develop boundary layer schemes and distribution mechanisms for state-of-the-art chemical transport and chemistry–climate models. The reason for the limited field information
is the lack of portable, highly sensitive detection technology. In the PhD project currently available in the Physics Department /Environmental Research Institute of UCC we are seeking to address this gap through the innovative development of a compact (high
TRL) detection instrument for nitrogen oxides, based on cavity-enhanced absorption spectroscopy, that enables its employment on mobile platforms. Among different possible experimental implementations the key challenges will be to minimize the size, weight,
and power consumption of the instrument, while optimizing its sensitivity, reliability, robustness and control. This includes the establishment of robust calibration, validation and zeroing procedures and generating an adaptability for different utilization
platforms. The instrument is to be utilized in field campaigns in collaboration with our partners at the
<i>Chemical Science Division</i> of the <i>Earth System Research Laboratory</i> (NOAA), Boulder (CO), USA.</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 have fluent English and excellent communication, organization, planning and interpersonal skills with a strong innovative 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 and talent for experimental engineering of instruments for atmospheric applications. Ideally,
the candidate should have outstanding experimental, engineering and IT skills (e.g. CAD), as well as experience in optics. Know-how in interfacing, electrics and electronics, as well as in experimental data retrieval is 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.</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 a new compact spectroscopy set-ups for mobile platforms including UAVs.</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 knowledge on the spatial distribution and transport of nitrogen oxide in the lower troposphere.</span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; color:black">· Work with other researchers in the Physics Department, project collaborators, 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 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in physics, engineering, 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, interfacing 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, 2023</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:11pt;font-family:"Calibri", sans-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:11pt;font-family:"Calibri", sans-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> “CEAS 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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