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Here are some current job openings in computational materials science, computational physics, quantum chemistry, and nanotechnology, with emphasis on electronic structure and Quantum Monte Carlo. These listings below include positions at academic institutions, government labs, and companies, both in the U.S. and internationally.

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Posted August 16, 2008 Post-Doctoral Research in Computational Materials Theory at Illinois

Description

Two post-doctoral research positions in the computational materials theory
group of Duane Johnson at the University of Illinois. Areas included:
(1) Electronic-structure development to investigate large-scale systems
utilizing petascale application on the new NCSA BlueWaters system.
(2) Molecular-based systems and hydrogen-storage materials electronic and
thermodynamic prediction working with Sandia’s Metal-Hydride Center of Excellence.
Experience with programming and density-functional-based methods is necessary, multiple-scattering theory and MPI/OpenMPI a plus. Interested applicants should send a Curriculum Vitae (CV), including names and contact information for three references, to Ms. Michelle Malloch <malloch@ad.uiuc.edu> via email with pdf attachment(s).

Posted August 16, 2008 Dept. of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellowship (DOE CSGF)

Description

This fellowship is available to support graduate students planning full-time study toward a PhD. The students research must incorporate the sophisticated use of high-performance computing. Applicants must be US citizens or permanent resident aliens. The DOE CSGF program pays all tuition and required fees for up to 4 years of study at any US university, provides a $31,200 yearly stipend, matches university funds (up to $2500) to purchase a computer workstation for the fellow’s exclusive use, and provides a yearly academic allowance of $1000 to the fellow for their professional development. Currently the program funds computational physics doctoral students doing research in astrophysics, biophysics, condensed matter physics, experimental and theoretical high energy physics, and plasma physics. Students should apply online at https://www.krellinst.org/csgf/application.

Posted August 14, 2008 Postdoc positions at Rutgers

Description

We are again searching for postdoctoral applicants in computational materials theory in the groups of Karin Rabe, David Vanderbilt, and David Langreth. One position will be available in the early fall 2008, with the probability of one or more additional positions becoming available later in the year or early 2009. Experience with density-functional-based methods is strongly advantageous. Interested applicants should send a CV, including names and contact information for three references, to Ms. Fran DeLucia <fran@physics.rutgers.edu> via email with pdf attachment(s). Please make this information available to appropriate candidates in your group or department. An announcement suitable for posting is attached. David Langreth Deptartment of Physics and Astronomy Rutgers University 136 Frelinghuysen Road Piscataway, New Jersey 08854-8019 USA

Posted July 28, 2008 Two Postdoctoral Positions in Computational Nanoscience at NUS

Description

Two postdoc research fellow positions in computational nano-science are open in Department of Physics, National University of Singapore. Applicants should have earned a Ph. D in physics, chemistry, materials science or other relevant disciplines. We do not ask for extensive publication record, but experiences in first principles electronic structure calculations are required. The successful applicant will be expected to carry out independent research in theoretical modeling and simulation of nanostructures. Related interests include molecular electronics/spintronics, and nanocatalysis. The salary will be in the range of (Singapore Dollar) $4000 to $5000 per month (1 .36 SD ~ 1 USD), depending on experience and track record. To apply, please send a CV, and contact information of 3 references to Dr. Chun Zhang at phyzc@nus.edu.sg.

Closing date

2008-10-31

Posted July 24, 2008 Post-doctoral positions, DEMOCRITOS National Simulation Center, SISSA

Description

Post-doctoral positions in "Electronic simulations of High-temperature superconductors by quantum Monte Carlo", available at the DEMOCRITOS National Simulation Center, SISSA Trieste, group headed by Prof. Sandro Sorella.

Search for outstanding candidates, motivated by the following challenging project:

Study of two important high temperature (HTc) superconducting materials, La2CuO4 that is the prototype of copper oxide superconductors discovered in 1988, and LaFeAsO, representative of the novel iron based rare-earth oxypnictide superconductors. By means of state-of-the-art quantum Monte Carlo (QMC) techniques, our main target is to understand whether the peculiar magnetic properties of the two materials are related to the pairing mechanism that leads to superconductivity. The superconducting regime in the iron-based and copper-oxide families occurs in close proximity to a long-range ordered antiferromagnetic state. This suggests a strong interplay between magnetism and HTc superconductivity, which is probably one of the most challenging problems in condensed matter physics.

Applications should be sent by e-mail to sorella-->sissa.it, with complete CV in attachment.
The deadline for applications is September 24, so hurry up!.

Closing date

2008-09-24

Posted July 24, 2008 Two leaders of Independent Junior Research Groups in Theoretical Physics (APCTP)

Description

The Asia Pacific Center for Theoretical Physics (APCTP), Korea and the Max-Planck-Gesellschaft (MPG), Germany
are seeking outstanding candidates for
Two leaders of Independent Junior Research Groups in Theoretical Physics.
The rules for MPG Independent Junior Research Groups apply to the selection process. The two groups will be located on the campus of Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH). The fields of research envisaged are
· Functionalization (e.g., molecular electronics, quantum optics, mesoscopic systems) · String theory and its relation to other physics.
The two groups will strengthen the scientific in-house program of the APCTP. The Center has thirteen membership countries and is serving their Physics communities by organizing schools, workshops, training programs etc. Strong links exist to the Physics Department of POSTECH. The group leaders are expected to use also the links to renown research centers in the Asia Pacific region to which the APCTP has close relations. The group leaders will be jointly appointed as Adjunct Professors of the Department of Physics of POSTECH with access to students and other resources.
We offer positions for 5 years on a salary which corresponds to an exceptional Assistant Professor. Funds are available for 1 - 2 postdoctoral fellows, 1 - 2 guests and 1 - 2 PHD students for each group which shall be recruited by the group leaders. We will provide office and adequate funds for computer access and consumables.
Please send your CV, publication list and a short description of your research accomplishments and future plans to Prof. Seunghwan Kim at the address below by October 15, 2008. Two letters of recommendation should be sent separately by the application deadline.
[Deadline] October 15, 2008 [Application] CV, Publication list, Short description of your research accomplishments, Future plan [Interview & Symposium] around the middle of November
Prof. Seunghwan Kim (Junior Research Groups) Asia Pacific Center for Theoretical Physics Hogil Kim Memorial Bldg. #501, POSTECH San 31 Hyoja-dong, Nam-gu, Pohang Gyeongbuk 790-784, KOREA email: jrg@apctp.org
Asia Pacific Center for Theoretical Physics
MAX-PLANCK-GESELLSCHAFT

Closing date

2008-10-15

Posted July 16, 2008 Postdoctoral Appointment in DFT at Sandia National Laboratories

Description

Sandia National Labs is looking for a post doctoral appointment in DFT functional and code development. The position will emphasize DFT exchange-correlation functional development for extending the accuracy of existing methods to new application areas. The goal is to enable predictive
DFT based simulations to solve challenging scientific problems within all areas of physics. DFT code development will also be a part of the work, with a focus on the all electron, full potential, LMTO code, RSPt (see http://www.rspt.net).

Required:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in physics, materials science, or related field of study. Proficiency in FORTRAN and C or C++ is a must. Applicant should be able to operate in a highly interdisciplinary environment. The successful candidate will need to make effective technical presentations and reports both to external scientific peers and to internal technical customers; excellent verbal and written communication skills are thus essential.

Desired:
Direct experience in the theory of new exchange-correlation functionals is highly desirable. Familiarity with a broad array of computational methods and experience in large-scale DFT calculations and parallel computing is desirable, as is familiarity with MPI-based parallel programming.

To apply, go to Job Reference #60918 on the Sandia National Laboratories career opportunities web site: http://www.sandia.gov/employment/career-opp/index.html

Posted July 16, 2008 Postdoctoral Positions in Computational Materials Science at Cornell University

Description

Postdoctoral Positions in Computational Materials Science

Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, USA
Joined position with Prof. Richard Hennig, Department of Materials Science and Engineering and
Prof. Craig Fennie, Department of Applied and Engineering Physics

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Description:
We have an immediate opening for a postdoctoral scholar in the general area of modeling and design of strongly correlated transition metal oxides using first-principles methods. The specific research will involve DFT, GW, and QMC computations to understand the physics and materials science of complex oxide bulk solids and nanostructures, particularly the role of strain, point defects, surfaces, and interfaces in controlling their electronic and magnetic properties.

The position is part of our MRSEC program "Controlling Complex Electronic Materials". The candidate will work jointly with the computational groups of Prof. Craig Fennie (Applied and Engineering Physics) and Prof. Richard Hennig (Materials Science and Engineering) at Cornell and collaborate with the experimental groups of Darrell Schlom, Seamus Davis, David Muller, Joel Brock and Kyle Shen. The position provides an excellent opportunity to gain broad experience and exposure within the communities of computational materials, strongly correlated systems, and complex oxides.

Requirements: A Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or a closely related area, and expertise in the development and application of first-principles atomistic simulation methods for materials.

Experience with large-scale simulations, high-performance computing, first-principles "beyond LDA" methods, calculations of electronic and magnetic properties, defects and surfaces and transition metal oxides would
be beneficial.

To apply, please e-mail a statement of research interests, CV and the names and contact information of three references to Prof. Richard Hennig, rhennig-->cornell.edu. Informal inquiries are also welcome.

Posted July 16, 2008 Research Associate in Condensed Matter Theory at University of Cambridge

Description

Department of Physics, University of Cambridge, UK

Ref No: KA03584 Grade: Research Associate Salary: �25,888-�33,780 pa

Limit of tenure: 30 September 2012

Applications are invited for an EPSRC-funded post doctoral research position in condensed matter theory, starting on 1 October 2008. This post is to work with Professor Richard Needs on a range of projects involving continuum quantum Monte Carlo calculations and first-principles density-functional-theory calculations (see http://www.tcm.phy.cam.ac.uk/~rn11/). These projects will include work on ultracold atomic gases, electrons in low-dimensional systems, materials under high pressures, and surfaces and defects. The projects will involve performing continuum quantum Monte Carlo calculations using the CASINO code (see http://www.tcm.phy.cam.ac.uk/~mdt26/casino2.html) and first-principles density-functional-theory calculations using the CASTEP code (see http://www.castep.org/).

A strong background in computational electronic structure calculations is required and preference will be given to candidates with experience of the CASINO and/or CASTEP codes. The group provides an environment to pursue collaborative and/or independent research.

Applications, together with curriculum vitae, two letters of
recommendation and parts I and III of PD18 cover sheet (obtainable from www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/personnel/forms/pd18), should be sent to Mrs Tracey Ingham, The Cavendish Laboratory, JJ Thomson Avenue, Cambridge, CB3 0HE, or by email to ti201-->cam.ac.uk.


Closing date: 30 June 2008.

Closing date

2008-06-30

Posted July 1, 2008 Post-Doctoral Appointment Nanomaterials Sciences Department

Description

Post-doctoral appointees are required to contribute as team members in research programs involving ab-initio techniques and to perform original research under the direct supervision of department staff members. Current research areas relevant to this posting are:
- Ab Initio calculations for defects and impurities in semiconductors
- Development of DFT techniques and high performance DFT codes

To apply for this position, go to http://www.sandia.gov/employment/index.html, click on
Career Opportunities, and then search the job postings for listing 60664. For further information, please contact Alan F. Wright at this workshop.

Criteria Required: A recent Ph.D. degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related Engineering discipline; Experience in one or more of
the current research areas listed in the job description; A strong academic record and a history of original publications in refereed journals. The ability to acquire a DOE security clearance is usually required for appointments in this department.

Criteria Desired: Additional specific expertise and experience may be required for this position.

Posted 2 Postdoctoral Positions (Research Associate)

Description

- Qualifications: Ph.D in Physics or Materials Science. Experience in numerical simulations and Solid State Physics is required. Experience in first-principles, Monte-Carlo and/or Molecular Dynamics techniques is desirable.

- Research goals: modelling and designing multiferroic and ferroelectric nanostructures.

These objectives will be tackled through the development and/or use of the following numerical tools:

1. first-principles techniques, including total energy calculations, computation of phonon spectrum, modern theory of polarization and electric-field effects,
2. effective Hamiltonian approaches that can extend the reach of first-principles calculations by mimicking properties of ferroelectric and multiferroic nanostructures at finite-temperature, and
3. the inverse method that can allow an efficient design of materials with improved properties.


Collaborations with experimental research groups and other theoretical research groups are also strongly expected, in order to gain a deep understanding of such complex materials.

- Period of Employment: The position is for one year, renewable upon mutual agreement and funding to a second year and then a third year. The preferential starting dates are between October 2008 and January 2009. However, earlier or later starting dates may also be possible.

- Location: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas (USA).
Fayetteville has been ranked by national magazines among the top ten places to live in the U.S.

- Application: Interested candidates should send via e-mail (in a pdf format, if possible):

1. a curriculum vitae,
2. list of publications and
3. the names and addresses of at least two references to:

Laurent Bellaiche,
Department of Physics,
University of Arkansas,
Fayetteville, AR 72701;
e-mail: laurent@uark.edu

See http://www.uark.edu/misc/aaron5/index.html for more information.

Closing date

2009-01-30