Post Doctoral.Post Doctoral.Associate

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Pittsburgh's Peng Liu group in the Department of Chemistry seeks a postdoctoral scholar in computational chemistry. The position focuses on applying broad computational chemistry and machine learning tools to study catalytic organic reactions and to develop predictive models for catalyst and reaction design.

The successful candidate will collaborate with experimental groups, contribute to peer‑reviewed publications, and advance method development with a strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• PhD in Computational Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Strong background in electronic structure calculations and/or molecular dynamics simulations.
• Experience in developing data-driven models and/or machine learning algorithms.
• Experience in collaborations with experimental organic research groups.
• Expertise in using a variety of computational chemistry software packages.
• Demonstrated competence in computational chemistry and organic chemistry.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write peer-reviewed journal articles, present research findings to experimental collaborators, and create and give oral presentations at scientific conferences.

Responsabilités

• Use computational chemistry and ML tools to study mechanisms of catalytic organic reactions.
• Develop predictive models for catalyst and reaction design.
• Collaborate with experimental groups and share findings.

Description du poste

A postdoctoral scholar position in computational chemistry is available in the Peng Liu group at the Department of Chemistry, University of Pittsburgh, beginning as soon as is practical. The candidate is expected to use a broad range of computational chemistry and machine learning tools to study the mechanisms of catalytic organic reactions and develop predictive models for catalyst and reaction design. Most details about the current research directions of the Peng Liu group can be found on their website: https://pengliugroup.com/

Job Qualifications

• PhD in Computational Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Strong background in electronic structure calculations and/or molecular dynamics simulations.
• Experience in developing data-driven models and/or machine learning algorithms
• Experience in collaborations with experimental organic research groups.
• Expertise in using a variety of computational chemistry software packages.
• Demonstrated competence in computational chemistry and organic chemistry.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write peer-reviewed journal articles, present research findings to experimental collaborators, and create and give oral presentations at scientific conferences.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Child Protection Clearances

Not Applicable

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, Other (see posting for additional details)

Optional Attachments

Research Statement