PhD studentship: ultra-sensitive laser spectroscopy Victoria University of Wellington, Raman laboratory Field(s): chemical physics
Application deadline: Sep 12 (Tue), 2006

A Ph.D funced by the McDiarmind Institute is available in the optical of metallic nanoparticles to be used as substrates for Surface Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS) under the supervision of Assoc. Prof. P. G. Etchegoin and Dr. R. Tilley. Victoria has an active group in Surface Enhanced Raman Scattering (for recent publications see the web-page of the lab: www.vuw.ac.nz/raman). The project will involve the manufacturing, characterisation, and use of novel metallic interlinked structures to be used in single molecule SERS as well as modelling of their electromagnetic properties. The project involves the use of state of the art electron-microscopy and Raman spectroscopy facilities at the McDiarmind Institute. A strong background in chemical-physics / physical-chemistry as well as optical spectroscopy/ microscopy is highly desirable, but not essential.

To apply or obtain further information contact P. Etchegoin by email:

Due to new regulations in New Zealand the position is available for candidates of all nationalities. Excellent command of English and writing/reading skills are a prerequisite.

Non-English speaking international students are required to provide some proof of English proficiency.

Contact: Pablo G. Etchegoin
E-mail:
Phone: +64-4-4635233

Address:
School of Chemical and Physical Sciences,
Victoria University of Wellington,
PO Box 600, Wellington,
New Zealand.