A postdoctoral research opportunity funded by the US Department of Energy (DOE), as well as a full-time Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA), in the computational material physics group at the Department of Physics, Auburn University (USA). Positions are available immediately.
Individuals with backgrounds in physics, chemistry, materials/mechanical engineering, or related fields are welcome to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with prior research experience or interests in atomistic simulations, DFT calculations, and high-performance computing (HPC). The position is part of a multi-institution collaboration, and strong communication skills are preferred.
Please send all inquiries and application documents first to Prof. JJ Dong (dongjia@auburn.edu). Please include one of the following subject titles for your initial email inquiries “2024 DOE-EERC postdoc position” or “2024 DOE-EERC funded GRA”. To apply and access additional information regarding the postdoctoral position, please refer to the details below:
Postdoctoral Fellow
Computational Material Physics
Auburn University
The Department of Physics at Auburn University is recruiting for a Postdoctoral Fellow to perform research in the computational material physics group led by Prof. Jianjun (JJ) Dong. Research will be focused on a computational study of degradation mechanisms of phase change materials (TCM) and thermochemical materials (TCM) for long duration thermal energy storage applications. In addition, the candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate on this research as part of the Department of Energy’s Energy Earthshot Research Center (DOE-EERC) led by a research team at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The successful person for this position must have expertise in atomistic scale materials simulations as well as strong programming and data analysis skills. Desired past research experience includes first-principles density-functional theory, molecular dynamics simulation methods, and machine-learning interatomic potentials.
Candidates are required to have a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or a related field at the time the appointment begins. Strong interpersonal and written communication skills are required. To apply, please upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and Statement of Research and Goals at the
following link: https://www.auemployment.com/postings/39386
You will also need to provide the names and contact information for three professional references.
To learn more about the Department of Physics at Auburn University, please visit: https://www.auburn.edu/cosam/departments/physics/index.htm.
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