Research Associate / PhD Candidate (f/m/d)

At the Interdisciplinary Center for Scientific Computing of the Heidelberg University the new working group of Prof. Dr. Saeed Amirjalayer (www.samirjalayer.de), established in September 2024, is seeking to fill two part-time positions in the field of computational and theoretical Chemistry, starting from 01.11.2024 and initially limited for a period of 2 years, as

Research Associate / PhD Candidate (f/m/d)

Your tasks:

Multiscale simulations of stimuli-responsive functional materials

Investigation of structural and dynamic properties of molecular switches and machines

Development and application of evolutionary algorithms, neural networks and machine learning for modeling, evaluation and visualization of dynamic phenomena

Scientific collaboration and exchange with experimental groups

Your profile:

Successfully completed undergraduate studies (M.Sc. or equivalent) in chemistry, physics or a related field

High motivation to learn, develop and apply new theoretical methods

Ability to work in a team, strong communication skills and willingness to learn in a team

Ideally experience in working with quantum chemistry and/or molecular mechanics software packages and programming

Good communication skills in English, both oral and written

We offer:

Excellent and innovative research environment

Strong support for academic career development

Collegial, interdisciplinary, and diversity-friendly international working environment

Customized continuing education programs

Tailored initiatives to promote diversity and work-life balance

Subsidized “Deutschlandticket”

Remuneration is in accordance with pay group 13 TV-L.

Please submit your CV, a compelling letter of motivation detailing your interest in computational and theoretical chemistry within the field of materials science, along with letters of recommendation and relevant degree or job references, in one collated PDF file with the subject "Phd/HD" to the contact address provided below. Only complete applications will be considered. The application deadline is 16 September 2024 ; however, the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.

Heidelberg University

Interdisciplinary Center for Scientific Computing

zu Händen Frau Felicitas Hirsch

Im Neuenheimer Feld 205A

69120 Heidelberg

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Heidelberg University stands for equal opportunities and diversity. Qualified female candidates are especially invited to apply. Persons with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Information on job advertisements and the collection of personal data is available at www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/job-market.