Postdoc in Computational Chemistry with Specialization in Electrocatalysis - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

There is an immediate opening for a postdoc position in modeling electrocatalysis by density functional theory (DFT). The research project is aimed at developing catalysts for electrochemical reactions, such as water splitting and ammonia synthesis, which are of interest in relation to renewable energy and sustainable development. Catalytic systems that are considered include crystalline materials, thin films, nanoparticles and single atom catalysts. Characterization of catalysts will involve mechanistic studies as well as the use of DFT based local surface descriptors that are currently being developed in the group. Data from the DFT calculations and experimental data will be analyzed using machine learning (MI) to develop predictive models for catalyst design

This is a full-time position of one year with the possibility of extension for another year. The start date is open for discussion, but we would like to see the position to be filled as soon as possible. The project is funded by the Swedish Research Council.

The research project will involve collaborations with research groups specializing in synthesis and surface characterization. The candidate should be capable of independent research as well having experience of collaborative research and communicating research outside the candidates own area.   

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Qualifications

Requirements

A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline is required. The applicant should have experience in modeling chemical processes and materials using density functional theory (DFT) and a good knowledge of physical chemistry. 

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competence and suitability.

Preferred qualifications

Experience of modeling surface adsorption and surface catalysis using periodic DFT. Knowledge in coding and experience of software development is also meriting.

The following knowledge and skills are meriting

• Scientific skills.
• Educational ability.
• Awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a particular focus on gender equality
• Cooperative skills.
• Independence.

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Application

Instructions:

The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages long.

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Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The position is for one year with a possibility of extension for another year.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

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