Postdoctoral Researcher - Electrocatalysis & DFT Simulations

University of Sydney

Darlington

On-site

AUD 114,000 - 118,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The University of Sydney invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Electrocatalysis to advance computational studies of electrocatalytic reactions and catalyst surfaces. You will develop and apply DFT workflows, analyze energy landscapes, and collaborate with experimental teams in GETCO2 projects.

We seek a PhD holder with strong Python/LINUX skills, experience in ASE and high-throughput workflows, and a track record of relevant publications.

Qualifications

PhD completed by start date.
Deep understanding of electrochemistry/electrocatalysis and interfacial mechanisms.
Proficiency in DFT and major electronic-structure packages.
Strong Python, ASE, Linux/HPC, data-analysis and workflow skills.
Strong research publication and collaboration record.

Responsibilities

Perform first-principles/DFT studies of electrocatalytic reactions and interfaces.
Develop reproducible atomistic simulations and high-throughput workflows.
Analyse electrochemical free-energy landscapes and connect energetics to performance.
Apply machine-learning interatomic potentials where appropriate.
Collaborate with experimental researchers and contribute to mentoring.