Postdoc: Quantum Algorithms for Rare-Earth Chemistry

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO or high-deductible medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Free basic life and disability insurance

Paid childbirth and parental leave

401(k) matching and contribution

Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

Flexible schedules and paid time off

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Relocation packages

Job summary

Los Alamos National Security LLC is seeking a postdoctoral research associate in Los Alamos, NM, focused on developing quantum algorithms for simulating rare-earth element separation processes. The candidate will work at the intersection of theoretical chemistry, quantum dynamics, and quantum information science, requiring a Ph.D. in a relevant field and programming experience. The role offers two years of appointment with the possibility of extension and includes various benefits such as medical insurance, retirement contributions, and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. completed within the last five years or to be completed soon.
• Strong background in theoretical chemistry and computational chemistry.
• Experience developing electronic structure methods like CASSCF or MRCI.
• Programming experience in at least one scientific programming language.

Responsibilities

• Develop quantum algorithms for dynamics simulations of rare-earth element separations.
• Join a multidisciplinary team focusing on quantum information science.
• Help methods that connect quantum and theoretical chemistry.

Skills

Theoretical chemistry

Computational chemistry

Programming in Python/Fortran/C/C++/Julia

Multireference electronic structure methods

Education

Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related physical sciences

Job description

Los Alamos National Security LLC is seeking a postdoctoral research associate in Los Alamos, NM, focused on developing quantum algorithms for simulating rare-earth element separation processes. The candidate will work at the intersection of theoretical chemistry, quantum dynamics, and quantum information science, requiring a Ph.D. in a relevant field and programming experience. The role offers two years of appointment with the possibility of extension and includes various benefits such as medical insurance, retirement contributions, and flexible schedules.