1 Associate Research Professors. Competitive entry is open for research themes pertaining to Ch[...]

CNRS; France; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A French research organization is seeking an Associate Research Professor to focus on methodological developments in quantum and theoretical chemistry. The role involves conducting research on electronic structure methods and proposing a research programme that aligns with the themes set by the organization. Candidates should be prepared to suggest multiple research locations, including one outside the Ile-de-France region. This is a permanent, full-time position starting on October 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Ability to propose a research programme related to quantum and theoretical chemistry.
• Experience in presenting research themes under Section n°15.
• Capability to suggest multiple research locations.

Responsabilités

• Conduct research in methodological developments in quantum chemistry.
• Focus on electronic structure methods and wave function techniques.

Description du poste

Organisation/Company CNRS Department CNRS Research Field Chemistry Physics Technology Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Country France Application Deadline 3 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (UTC) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 1 Oct 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

"1 Associate Research Professors. on the theme 'Methodological developments in quantum and theoretical chemistry, electronic structure (static and dynamic aspects), wave function methods (Coupled Cluster, multi-configurational methods, DMRG), Quantum Monte Carlo, DFT-type methods, Green's function methods, quantum embedding methods,' whose research project fits in a unit primarily attached with CNRS Mathematics.
Candidates must present a proposed research programme that pertains to the themes and sub-themes under Section n°15 or to the above-mentioned priority theme(s). During the first selection round, the candidates are expected to be able to propose two or three locations, with one outside the Ile-de-France region."