Postdoctoral Scholar in Computational Chemistry

University of California - Merced; Merced, California, Village of Avon (CA, MO, NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar specializing in computational chemistry. This exciting role involves modeling nonadiabatic dynamics and working closely with experimentalists to analyze optical properties. The successful candidate will conduct electronic structure calculations and contribute to significant research projects. Join a vibrant academic community committed to innovation and excellence, where your work will have a lasting impact on the field of chemistry and beyond. This is a unique opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment that values research and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in computational chemistry or physics required.
• Experience in electronic structure calculations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Modeling nonadiabatic dynamics and polariton chemistry.
• Simulating electronic excitations and spectroscopic signatures.

Skills

Python

Electronic structure calculations

QM/MM simulations

Molecular dynamics

Spectra simulation

Charge analysis

Education

Ph.D. in Computational Chemistry

Job description

Position overview
Position title:
Postdoctoral Scholar

Salary range:
See Table 23 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $66,727 - $80,034.

Percent time:
100%

Anticipated start:
February 2025

Position duration:
2 Year Appointment. Renewal for a third year is subject to performance and availability of funds.

Application Window

Open date: January 31, 2025

Most recent review date: Monday, Apr 28, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

A postdoctoral position modeling nonadiabatic dynamics, polariton chemistry, and exciton-polariton optical properties is available in the group of Christine Isborn in the Department of Chemistry at the University of California, Merced. The position will involve simulating the generation, evolution, and fate of electronic excitations and the resulting spectroscopic signature for molecules in complex environments. This project will involve working closely with experimentalists to model optical and vibrational properties of chromophores strongly coupled to light. The scholar will be charge of running appropriate electronic structure calculations using a variety of standard and non-standard packages. Necessary code will be implemented as stand alone programs or within existing code, generally with python. Duties also include: presenting at group meetings, attending conferences, mentoring students, and writing journal articles.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

Ph.D. in computational chemistry or physics, or related area.

Preferred qualifications

The ideal candidate has experience running electronic structure calculations and has expertise with a variety of computational approaches, such as excited state methods, QM/MM simulations, molecular dynamics, simulating spectra, analyzing charges and molecular or environmental configurations, along with experience coding in python.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Cover Letter

  
  

• Authorization of Information Release - As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

  
  

  "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

  
  

  Required Authorization of Information Release may be found here. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.

  
  

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link:
https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF01858

Help contact: [e-mail]

About UC Merced

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

Required Authorization of Information Release may be found here. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.

Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (https://cie.ucmerced.edu/analytics-hub/student-statistics), UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs.

Job location

Merced, CA