Postdoc: Computational Chemistry for TMDC Precursors

University of Southampton - School of Physics & Astronomy; Southampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southampton – School of Physics & Astronomy invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher with expertise in computational inorganic chemistry. The role focuses on modelling precursor complexes and inorganic systems using modern wavefunction and density functional methods, in collaboration with experimental electrochemistry teams.

The position is 24 months, with extension possibilities within the EXPRESS programme.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or related field.
• Experience with wavefunction and density functional methods.
• Experience applying these methods to inorganic systems.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Model the behaviour of transition metal precursor complexes and other molecules in electrochemical solutions.
• Explore speciation in various solvents and in the presence of additives and inhibitors.
• Collaborate with computational experts and experimentalists in electrochemistry.
• Support TMDC nucleation and growth studies within the EXPRESS programme.

Skills

Computational chemistry

DFT methods

Molecular modelling

Collaborative work

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Tools

Gaussian

DFT software

Job description

The University of Southampton – School of Physics & Astronomy invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher with expertise in computational inorganic chemistry. The role focuses on modelling precursor complexes and inorganic systems using modern wavefunction and density functional methods, in collaboration with experimental electrochemistry teams.

The position is 24 months, with extension possibilities within the EXPRESS programme.