Post Doctoral Scholar - Computation and AI

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar in Computation and AI in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. The role focuses on computation and simulation of electrolyte interfaces in electrochemical devices, with responsibilities including data preparation, reporting, and dissemination of results.

Candidates should have demonstrated skills in DFT calculations, MD simulations, and AIMD, with preferred experience in force-field construction and ML/AI techniques,

Qualifications

• Skills in performing DFT calculations, MD simulation and AIMD calculations.
• Experience with force-field construction and AI approaches such as ML/LLM training.
• Knowledge of diffusion models and related AI techniques is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and document data from studies and report to sponsors.
• Prepare research results, journal papers and conference presentations.
• Mentor student employees in the laboratory and participate in meetings.
• In the first year, assist in setting up the laboratory and acquiring equipment.

Skills

DFT calculations

MD simulations

AIMD calculations

Machine learning

LLM training

Diffusion models

Job description

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Job Title

Post Doctoral Scholar - Computation and AI

Department

Engineering | Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Conducts research and development efforts as a Post Doctoral Scholar in the laboratory led by Professor Kang Xu.

The Post Doctoral Scholar will focus on computation and simulation of electrolyte and interface in electrochemical devices. Candidates should have skills in performing DFT calculations, MD simulation and AIMD calculations.

The skills in force-field construction, machine-learning and other AI expertise such as LLM training or diffusion model construction will be preferred.

The postdoc will prepare and document data resulting from these studies and report to sponsors; prepare research results and reports, conference and journal papers, and technical presentations; assist in mentoring student employees in the laboratory; attend research group and unit meetings. In the first year the postdoc scholar will also assist the supervisor to set up the laboratory and acquire new equipment and instruments.

Additional Information

• Location: Scott Laboratory (0148)
• Position Type: Term (Fixed Term)
• Scheduled Hours: 40
• Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.