Postdoctoral/Project Scientist Position: A prestigious opportunity has arisen for a Postdoctoral/Project Scientist position in the computational chemistry/physics and materials science group at the University of California, Riverside. The successful candidate will join the highly-published and productive multidisciplinary group led by Prof. Bryan M. Wong, contributing to method development and applications in quantum-mechanical systems.
Postdoctoral/Project Scientist Position in Computational Chemistry/Physics and Materials Science
Designation: Postdoctoral Associate/Project Scientist
Research Area:
Time-Dependent Density Functional Theory (TDDFT), Electron Scattering, Quantum Dynamics of Periodic Material Systems, Solvated Environments, Electronic-Excited States, Quantum Computing and Quantum Information, Density Functional Tight Binding (DFTB), Machine Learning for Chemical/Material Systems.
Location: Riverside, California (proximity to Los Angeles) with potential collaborations at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratories (LBNL).
Eligibility/Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field.
- Proficiency in contemporary electronic structure methods and/or methodological development using first-principles quantum methods.
- Expertise in relevant research areas is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and running calculations using standard and non-standard ab initio and quantum codes.
- Proven ability to write and publish journal articles based on developed methods, calculations, and results.
- Capability to mentor graduate students and present work at conferences.
- Salary commensurate with experience levels as per the University of California pay scale.
Job Description:
The Postdoctoral/Project Scientist will:
- Conduct research in TDDFT, electron scattering, or general quantum dynamics of periodic material systems or solvated environments.
- Potentially contribute to electronic-excited states, quantum computing, DFTB, and machine learning projects, based on expertise.
- Collaborate with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratories on joint exascale/TD-DFT projects, with opportunities for visits and work at LBNL.
- Develop and run calculations using cutting-edge ab initio and quantum codes.
- Author journal articles on developed methods, calculations, and results.
- Assist in mentoring graduate students and actively participate in conferences to disseminate research findings.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send a comprehensive CV and a concise description of their expertise to Prof. Bryan Wong at [log in to unmask].
Last Date for Apply: Not specified. Prospective candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.
This job opportunity offers a stimulating environment for talented individuals to further their research careers, contributing to the advancement of computational chemistry/physics and materials science.
