Hybrid TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate - Chemistry at Texas Tech University
Texas Tech University · Lubbock, United States Of America · Hybrid
- Junior
- Office in Lubbock
Position Description
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Responsibilities:
- Possible research topics involve developing and using advanced electronic structure, quantum dynamics and enhanced sampling methods to study photochemical reactions in biomolecules.
- The successful candidate is expected to have strong independent problem-solving skills in molecular simulations and track the most recent research progress in the literature related to the projects.
- The candidate is expected to work independently without much reliance on the PI's hands-on guidance.
- The candidate is also expected to actively discuss research progress with the PI, attend conferences to present research, and write high-quality drafts of manuscripts.
- Other responsibilities include mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.
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Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree in Physics, Chemistry, Biology or related field
- Experience in method development and coding is preferred.
- Research experience in at least two of the following areas:
- Method and software development
- Quantum dynamics and mixed quantum-classical dynamics simulation
- Excited-state electronic structure calculation
- Enhanced sampling method and free energy calculation
- Expertise in non-adiabatic dynamics simulations and method developments are prioritized.
- Good publication record
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
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Special Instructions to Applicants
- The initial employment is one year, with the possibility of extension.
- For more information about the Liang Group, please visit https://www.ruibinlianggroup.com
- Contact Information: Email: [email protected]
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