The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Chalmers University of Technology has open one-year postdoctoral position in Computational Prebiotic Chemistry, with a possibility of extension.
About the research:
- The research group utilizes a broad range of computational methodologies for studying molecules, polymers, crystals and liquids.
- The fundamental question is chemically realistic in silico design of challenging new materials and the development of new conceptual methods for analyzing electronic structure.
- The group is a part of Chalmers Initiative on Cosmic Origins which is one interdiciplinary platform for this research project.
Qualifications:
- Applicant must hold a recent (< 2 years) doctoral degree in a relevant field.
- Candidates with a background in computational chemistry, but candidates with a computational material science background are encouraged to apply.
- Candidate needs to have a demonstrated excellent track-record in the use of state-of-the-art quantum mechanical methods, such as density functional theory or multireference techniques.
- Expertise in the use of molecular dynamics is advantages but not necessary.
- A background in astrobiology, astrochemistry, prebiotic chemistry or planetary science is meriting but not necessary.
- Cndidate should have good communications skills, both oral and written, in English.
- Candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Swedish is not a requirement.
Applications:
The application should be marked with Ref 20190673 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as pdf-files, as below:
- CV
- Personal letter
- Attested copies of completed education, grades and other certificates.
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Organization | Chalmers University of Technology |
Country | Sweden |
Fellowship Level | Postdoctoral |
Subject areas | Chemistry, Astrobiology, Astrochemistry, Prebiotic Chemistry, Planetary Science |
Fellowship amount | Varies |
Eligibility | Open to all nationalities |
Deadline | 1st March – 2020 |
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