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POSTDOCTORAL OR DOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN PHOTOCATALYTIC RADICAL CHEMISTRY The University of Helsinki, Department of Chemistry, invites applications for a postdoctoral or doctoral researcher position in photocatalytic radical chemistry at the newly established Lahdenperä Group. Initially, the position is fixed-term for 12-months with a possibility of an extension. Position description The successful candidate will join an organic chemistry research group at the Department of Chemistry located at Kumpula campus. The research group aims to develop new concepts for controlling radical reactivity in photocatalytic transformations. The project focuses on the development of new approaches for controlling radical reactivity through hydrogen atom transfer (HAT) at surfaces and interfaces. The project will involve: * Development and optimisation of photocatalytic radical transformations * Mechanistic studies of radical reactions and detailed investigation of HAT processes. * Surface functionalization and interface chemistry. * Design and synthesis of organic molecules. The postdoctoral researcher will additionally be expected to contribute to the supervision of students and participate in future funding applications. Requirements Postdoctoral Researcher Applicants must hold a PhD degree in chemistry or a closely related field by the start of employment, or be close to completion of their doctoral studies. Consideration will be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas: * synthetic organic chemistry. * photocatalysis, radical chemistry, hydrogen atom transfer processes. * reaction mechanism studies. * flow chemistry. The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to conduct independent research and publish scientific results in international peer-reviewed journals. Doctoral Researcher Applicants must hold a Master's degree (or equivalent) in chemistry or a closely related discipline that qualifies them for doctoral studies at the Universi