Postdoctoral Fellow – Chemistry and Biochemistry: The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Augusta University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position focusing on Computational Chemistry and Machine Learning. The candidate will work on developing methodologies to generate accurate electronic densities for large molecular systems and explore chemical reactivity in complex systems.
Designation:
Postdoctoral Fellow
Job Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Augusta University, Augusta, GA |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Regular/Temporary | Regular |
| Salary | Commensurate with qualifications |
Research Area:
Computational Chemistry, Machine Learning, Quantum Chemistry
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Required:
- Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Computational Science, or a related field focused on computational chemistry or machine learning.
- Preferred:
- Strong background in electronic structure theory (e.g., density functional theory).
- Track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Experience with machine learning applications in chemistry or materials science.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Developing and implementing machine learning models to generate electron densities for complex molecular systems.
- Integrating machine learning approaches with traditional quantum chemical methods to predict and analyze chemical reactivity.
- Performing computational simulations on high-performance computing clusters.
- Preparing manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- Leading research projects on machine learning applications in computational chemistry.
- Mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.
- Maintaining detailed documentation of research activities and workflows.
- Contributing to writing grant proposals and reports to secure funding.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Knowledge: Proficiency in programming languages (Python, C++, Fortran) and computational chemistry software (e.g., Gaussian, Psi4, ORCA).
- Skills: Good organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work collaboratively.
- Abilities: Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply online at Augusta University Careers using Job ID: 279863. Follow the prompts for external applicants if you are from outside the university or internal applicants if you are already employed by the university.
Last Date to Apply:
Until Filled
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