Postdoctoral Researcher in Atomistic Modelling: The Rogge group at Ghent University is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to engage in cutting-edge computational research aimed at designing functional materials. This role involves developing a general stress control algorithm for predicting phase transitions and stability in materials under various anisotropic stress stimuli.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Atomistic Modelling of Anisotropic Stresses on Functional Materials
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Atomistic Modelling, Functional Materials Design, Molecular Dynamics, Computational Chemistry
Location: Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. degree in physical chemistry, chemical physics, condensed matter physics, statistical physics, theoretical physics, or a related field obtained before the first working day at the CMM.
- Demonstrated experience in developing software for atomic modelling (Python, C, etc.).
- Experience in using quantum chemistry or force-field-based software (e.g., Gaussian, VASP, CP2K, LAMMPS, OpenMM).
- Strong knowledge of statistical physics and thermodynamics.
- Excellent research and scientific writing skills.
- Proactive working style and ability to work independently.
- Strong motivation to work in a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficient in written and oral English communication.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will:
- Establish and implement a general stress control algorithm compatible with existing molecular dynamics codes.
- Predict phase transitions and phase stability in functional materials in response to anisotropic stress.
- Contribute to an ERC Starting Grant project focused on strain engineering concepts in material design.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and engage with national and international academic partners.
- Participate in presenting research outcomes at conferences and potentially involve research stays in prominent international research teams.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should prepare and submit the following documents:
- Completed application form (see the provided template).
- A one-page cover letter explaining your interest and fit for the position.
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Copies of your Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. diplomas and transcripts, merged into one PDF.
Documents should be saved as four separate PDFs named as follows:Application_STRAINSWITCH_PostDoc_[YourName]_[FileNumber1-4AsListedAbove].
All documents must be sent in one email to Sven.Rogge@UGent.be, with the subject line: “Application STRAINSWITCH YourName”.
Last Date to Apply: The position will remain open until filled, with interviews conducted on a rolling basis. Applications should ideally be submitted as soon as possible, preferably by September 2025.
