Postdoctoral Researcher (m,f,x) in atomistic modelling and machine learning for multicomponent [...]

Ruhr-Universität Bochum; Bochum; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research university in Germany is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher specializing in atomistic modelling and machine learning for multicomponent alloys. The successful candidate will conduct density-functional theory and atomistic simulations, contributing to projects on phase stability and properties of materials. This fixed-term position offers an opportunity to work in a vibrant academic environment focused on innovative research. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are provided.

Leistungen

Challenging and varied tasks

Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team

Opportunities for language courses

Employment at one of Germany's largest universities

Qualifikationen

• PhD in a relevant field with a strong background in atomistic or computational materials modelling.
• Experience in density functional theory calculations and machine learning.
• Strong programming skills in Python.

Aufgaben

• Perform DFT and MLIP simulations for magnetic multicomponent alloys.
• Develop models to compute phase stability including magnetic and lattice excitations.
• Publish and present results in international journals and conferences.

Kenntnisse

Density Functional Theory (DFT)

Machine Learning Interatomic Potentials (MLIP)

Python programming

Molecular dynamics simulations

Monte Carlo simulations

Ausbildung

PhD in physics, materials science, computational engineering, or chemistry

Tools

LAMMPS

Jobbeschreibung

Postdoctoral Researcher (m,f,x) in atomistic modelling and machine learning for multicomponent alloys, TVL E13, for 3 years

The Interdisciplinary Centre for Advanced Materials Simulation (ICAMS) is a research centre at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum, focusing on the development and application of multi-scale simulation tools for advanced materials. ICAMS is embedded into a network of national and international collaborations. Researchers and students benefit from this top international and interdisciplinary environment.

The Department for Atomistic Modelling and Simulation has its focus on machine-learning interatomic potentials and employs these for predicting materials properties. The advertised position will be based in the Atomistic Simulation of Compositionally Complex Alloys Group, which studies the mechanical, thermodynamic, and magnetic properties of advanced multicomponent alloys.

The position involves performing density‑functional theory and atomistic simulations to investigate the phase stability of multicomponent alloys. The work includes the development and application of machine‑learning interatomic potentials combined with molecular dynamics and Monte Carlo simulations. A central objective is the inclusion of thermal and magnetic excitations in predictive thermodynamic modelling of compositionally complex alloys.

• Perform DFT and MLIP simulations for magnetic multicomponent alloys.
• Perform molecular dynamics and Monte Carlo simulations.
• Develop models to compute phase stability, including magnetic and lattice excitations.
• Implement methods in Python workflows.
• Publish and present results in international journals and conferences.

• PhD in physics, materials science, computational engineering, or chemistry, with a strong background in atomistic or computational materials modelling.
• Experience in density functional theory calculations and machine‑learning interatomic potentials.
• Experience with LAMMPS, molecular dynamics, and Monte Carlo simulations, as well as with the simulation of magnetic systems and magnetic models.
• Programming experience in Python.

We offer: Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence, employment at one of the largest universities in Germany within the University Alliance Ruhr, collaboration in a committed and appreciative team, a job in the heart of the lively Ruhr metropolitan region with its diverse cultural offerings.

Further information:

The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV‑L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV‑L.

Further information can be found at https://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/ (in German).

The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum. If the position is funded by third‑party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.

RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees. German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF). https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/sbgk/index.html.en

The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact [e-mail].

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.

Contact persons for further information:

Dr. Fritz Körmann [phone]

Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.

We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2025-12-29. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5171.

Online application

• Scope: full-time (39.83 hours/week = 100%)
• Duration: fixed-term (3 years)
• Start: by March 01, 2026 (alternative starting date possible upon mutual agreement)
• Apply by: 2025-12-29