26.01.01 PhD Position Computational Chemistry / Machine Learning in Basel, Switzerland

Computational Chemistry List Home; Basel; Vor Ort; CHF 60.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Basel, Department of Chemistry, invites applications for a PhD position in theoretical and computational chemistry/biophysics under the supervision of Prof. M. Meuwly.

The project focuses on developing machine learning‑based energy functions for atomistic simulations to study reaction mechanisms and molecular dynamics. Candidates should have a relevant degree, strong programming skills, and a keen interest in ML‑driven energy functions for biomolecular systems.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, or related fields.
• Programming skills required.
• Interest and talent in machine learning‑based energy functions for biomolecular simulation.

Aufgaben

• Develop and apply machine learning‑based energy functions for atomistic biomolecular and chemical simulations.
• Characterize reaction mechanisms, spectroscopy and nuclear dynamics in molecular systems.
• Collaborate within the Markus Meuwly group to advance theoretical and computational chemistry research.

Kenntnisse

Programming

Machine learning

Biomolecular simulation

Ausbildung

PhD in Chemistry/Physics/Mathematics or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Position Title

PhD position in theoretical and computational chemistry/biophysics in the group of Markus Meuwly in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Basel, Switzerland.

Responsibilities and Scope

The main theme of our research is the development and application of machine learning‑based energy functions (force fields) for atomistic biomolecular and chemical simulations to characterize and understand reaction mechanisms, the spectroscopy and the nuclear dynamics in molecular systems.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, or related fields.
• Programming skills required.
• Interest and talent in machine learning‑based energy functions for biomolecular simulation.

Application Process

Send a letter of intent, a CV, and two letters of recommendation by e‑mail to [e-mail]. For more information see https://quantitative-md-lab.org/.

Contact Information

Prof. M. Meuwly
Phone: [phone]
Department of Chemistry
Klingelbergstr. 80
CH-4056 Basel
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.chemie.unibas.ch/~meuwly