Research Associate

We are seeking a postdoctoral research fellow to join our team of experimental and computational scientists The position will mainly focus on performing density functional theory (DFT) studies to identify potential catalyst materials relevant for sustainable water-splitting and CO2 reduction processes and understand the reaction mechanism on catalyst surfaces The postdoctoral fellow will collaborate closely with experimental scientists in our group and work on defined areas required for the project In addition to this the candidate is also expected to have knowledge about DFT studies of small molecules to obtain the structural and electronic properties A candidate with previous knowledge on molecular dynamics studies is an added advantage and will be strongly favored The candidate must hold, or soon obtain, a PhD degree within the field of computational chemistry, physics, materials science Experience working in Linux computing environments, especially in the context of high-performance computing is mandatory Working experience with some of the DFT programs like VASP, QuantumATK, Quantum Espresso, Gaussian are required We expect the candidate to have good communication skills who can collaborate closely with other members of the research group Screening of applicants will be based on previous experience followed by an interview