Postdoctoral Research Associate Physical and Theoretical Chemistry Laboratory

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Physical and Theoretical Chemistry Laboratory. This role involves advanced theory for new ultrafast imaging experiments. Candidates should have a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or a related field, along with experience in electronic structure theory and preferably in R-matrix theory and quantum molecular dynamics. The position is initially for 12 months with the possibility of extension.

Qualifications

• PhD or close to completion in a relevant area.
• Experience in electronic structure theory required.
• Strong knowledge in R-matrix theory and molecular dynamics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own academic research and administrative activities.
• Coordinate multiple aspects of research to meet deadlines.

Skills

Electronic structure theory

R-matrix theory

Quantum molecular dynamics

Coding and method development

Education

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or a relevant subject area

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Physical and Theoretical Chemistry Laboratory to work under the supervision of Professor Adam Kirrander for a period of 12 months in the first instance, with potential to extend. The project involves advanced theory for new ultrafast imaging experiments and is funded by Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) UK.

Find out more about the Kirrander research and group here.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own academic research and administrative activities.
• Project management to coordinate multiple aspects of research that involve multiple national and international collaborators and to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or a relevant subject area or be close to completion prior to taking up the appointment.
• Experience in electronic structure theory.
• Experience in R-matrix theory, quantum molecular dynamics, and the calculation of observables is highly beneficial.
• Experience with coding and method development is highly beneficial.