Post-doctoral Research Associate: Department Of Physics And Astronomy - Utk

University of Tennessee

Knoxville, TN, United States
$65,000; maximum moving allowance: $2,500; benefit...
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Quantum monte carlo
Molecular dynamics
Ab initio methods
** The University of Tennessee is seeking a Post-doctoral Research Associate for its Department of Physics and Astronomy, focusing on computational research in quantum materials. The role involves advanced computational modeling and collaboration within a dynamic research environment, requiring a Ph.D. in a relevant field and familiarity with high-performance computing methods. **

Job Summary

  • The candidate will utilize advanced computational methods on high-performance computing infrastructure including classical and quantum Monte Carlo, molecular dynamics, and ab initio methods.
  • Leverage modern computational techniques, including data-driven and machine learning models, to accurately represent atomic-level interactions and behaviors.
  • The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is Tennessee’s flagship state research institution, a campus of choice for outstanding undergraduates and a premier graduate institution with a number of nationally and internationally ranked programs and with national and international leadership in numerous fields.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Tennessee is seeking a Post-doctoral Research Associate for its Department of Physics and Astronomy, focusing on computational research in quantum materials. The role involves advanced computational modeling and collaboration within a dynamic research environment, requiring a Ph.D. in a relevant field and familiarity with high-performance computing methods. **

Salary

$65,000; Maximum moving allowance: $2,500; Benefits: UT Benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • quantum Monte Carlo
  • molecular dynamics
  • ab initio methods
  • high-performance computing
  • large-scale simulation data analysis

Nice-to-have

  • artificial intelligence for quantum systems
  • collaboration with experimentalists
  • maintaining proprietary software tools

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, materials science, or related field
  • Legally authorized to work in the US
  • No future sponsorship needed

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the US

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