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This research initiative is dedicated to the theoretical and
experimental exploration of the evolutionary dynamics of
various molecular targets, including chiral molecules and
molecular clusters of 1,2,3-triazole derivatives, driven by
femto- and nanosecond laser pulses. Special emphasis will be
placed on the influence of chiral light in these processes.
Our primary experimental objective is to establish a cross-
beam laser-induced setup, enabling the systematic
investigation of the aforementioned subjects. This
investigation will primarily rely on the analysis of mass spectra
obtained following laser irradiation, in conjunction with
diverse ionization and excitation sources available through our
collaborative research centers. The proposed experimental
setup builds upon the foundation of prior projects conducted at
our institute under the guidance of Prof. Jacinto Sá. It will
encompass a comprehensive assessment of the chemical

attributes of triazole derivatives, encompassing various
substituents, including chiral centers, while also considering
environmental factors through the assembly of molecular
clusters.
The appointed researcher will be responsible for the
development and meticulous application of the cross-beam
experimental apparatus, employing a 1030 nm, 20W, 160 J,
300 fs laser and continuous molecular beam system to examine
a broad spectrum of molecular targets.
This experimental endeavor will receive invaluable support
from esteemed colleagues at leading European cross-beam
experimental centers, namely CNRS (France) and CNR (Italy).
Additionally, theoretical quantum chemical computations will
be conducted in-house to complement and lead the empirical
investigations.

The postdoctoral researcher is expected to take the lead in
independently designing new experimental setups. Building
and operating the cross-beam system including molecular
beam generator and fs laser. Main responsibilities:
- focusing on the experimental development section and
on running the experiments on-site;
- participating in the PI application for beam times at
various experimental facilities;
- contribution to the efficient functioning of the lab,
including necessary organizational tasks;
- scientific initiative and contribution through regular
reporting and publishing, as well as presenting
at group meetings, national and international
conferences.

We offer a post-doctoral position (full-time employment) in
the Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS with a gross salary of
Around 9651 PLN gross
per month financed from the NCN Sonata18 project no
2022/47/D/ST4/03286 entitled “Induced reactivity of triazole
derivatives: theoretical and laser control of reverse "click"
reaction”
. 100% of the work time of Postdoc will be devoted to the
realization of the proposed project. The offer is for 6
months with a possible extension to 24 months

The selected candidate will gain valuable new knowledge and
methods to enhance their skill set related with the cross-beam
techniques using fs laser. The project focuses on the
interdisciplinary area between physics and chemistry, with
long-standing goal of potential applications in photochemistry.
Successful implementation of the project could open up new
perspectives in the field, potentially leading to the development
of an entirely new area of research.
We plan to publish the results of the work in high impact factor
journals.
The successful candidate will be eligible for all programs at
the IPC PAS, including the IPC PAS Young Scientists
competition and the IPC PAS Young Scientists Mobility
competition.
Institute provides an opportunity to participate in ERASMUS+
programme.

1. PhD degree in chemical or physical sciences, obtained in
the year of employment in the project or within 7 years
before 1 January of the year of employment in the project,
and no later than the start date of employment in the
project. For researchers with multiple PhDs, the date of
the first PhD award is deemed the reference date. Extension
might apply according to National Science Centre, Poland,
rules (this period might be longer due to family reasons
according to NCN rules);
2. Publication record and rich (mobility) scientific
experience;
3. Ability to work independently as well as in a group;
4. Significant research achievements in instruments
development and construction (spectrometry, lasers)
including its applications;
5. Familiar with spectrometry coincidence characterization
techniques, laser techniques, cross-beam experiments,
continuous molecular jet optimization;
6. Ability to communicate fluently in English (written and
spoken);
7. Strong motivation to work and pursue scientific questions,
creativity, and analytical thinking;
8. Experience in instrument development, especially from
scratch, astrochemistry, and lasers would be a plus. Solid
experience in troubleshooting standalone Time-of-Flight
mass spectrometers and excellent communication skills in
English are necessary;
9. Additionally, the candidate for the postdoctoral position
must meet the following condition: they did not have the
PI Dariusz Piekarski as their research supervisor or
auxiliary supervisor of their PhD dissertation.

The Recriutment Commission will take into account the
following criteria:
a) competencies of candidates for specific tasks in a research
project;
b) knowledge of the cross-beam laser induced techniques;
c) previous scientific achievements and distinctions resulting
from the conducted, project related research.
The commission evaluates applications on a point scale.