Postdoc in Computational Astrochem & Spectroscopy

Hull; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Hull invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in the E.A. Milne Centre for Astrophysics.

The role focuses on computational astrophysics and theoretical chemistry, developing electronic-structure based methods and HPC pipelines for halogenated biosignatures in a major STFC/UKRI-funded project. The successful candidate will contribute to spectroscopic database development and scientific communication, with opportunities for high-impact publications and

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field is required or strongly preferred.
• Experience in computational astrophysics or theoretical chemistry.
• Proficiency in electronic structure calculations, high-performance computing and coding for spectroscopy.

Responsibilities

• Develop computational methods to build a theoretical spectroscopic database of halogenated molecules.
• Create automated computational pipelines for halogenated biosignatures.
• Communicate results clearly through high-quality written scientific materials and presentations.

Skills

Computational astrophysics

Electronic structure theory

Molecular spectroscopy

High-performance computing

Code development

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

Python

Fortran

Job description

The University of Hull invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in the E.A. Milne Centre for Astrophysics.

The role focuses on computational astrophysics and theoretical chemistry, developing electronic-structure based methods and HPC pipelines for halogenated biosignatures in a major STFC/UKRI-funded project. The successful candidate will contribute to spectroscopic database development and scientific communication, with opportunities for high-impact publications and