25.03.21 Research Fellow in Theoretical Molecular Physics/Astrophysics at University College Lo[...]

Computational Chemistry List, Ltd. (CCL); City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in London is seeking a Research Fellow in Theoretical Molecular Physics/Astrophysics. The role focuses on expanding the ExoMol database to UV studies, utilizing high accuracy electronic structure calculations. The successful candidate will collaborate with expert faculty and contribute to innovative research in atmospheric characterization. Applicants should have a PhD in a related field and a strong background in relevant methodologies.

Qualifications

• Post-doctoral experience in theoretical molecular physics.
• Strong background in spectroscopic data and modeling.
• Capability to perform high accuracy calculations.

Responsibilities

• Work on STFC funded project related to ExoMol.
• Expand ExoMol database for UV studies.
• Generate data using electronic structure calculations.

Skills

High accuracy electronic structure calculations

Variational nuclear motion programs

Spectroscopic data analysis

Education

PhD in Theoretical Molecular Physics/Astrophysics or related field

Job description

Research Fellow in Theoretical Molecular Physics/Astrophysics at University College London, UK

Applications are invited for a post-doctoral position to work with Prof Jonathan Tennyson on an STFC funded project Extending ExoMol into the ultraviolet: Sulphur containing molecules.

This aims to expand the scope of the ExoMol database to studies of the temperature-dependent photoabsorption and photodissociation of molecules such as water, H2S, SO2, SO and HS. This work will be based on the use of high accuracy electronic structure calculations and the use of variational nuclear motion programs to generate final result.

The ExoMol teams at UCL are the world leaders in providing spectroscopic data and modelling tools for the characterisation of exoplanets and other atmospheres but so far have largely concentrated on process at infrared and visible wavelength. This project aims spearhead a major expansion to shorter wavelengths.

Informal enquiries can be made to Prof Jonathan Tennyson ([e-mail])

Closing date for applications: 23 April 2025

Further particulars and application procedure can be found via: www.tinyurl.com/exomolpostdoc

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.