The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) seeks a candidate for a position as a Ph.D. student in the group of Prof. Bjørn Petter Jelle. The candidate is expected to perform synthesis, characterization and theoretical modeling of nano insulation materials. 

We seek a candidate with (preferably):

• A strong computational background within the fields of quantum mechanics (quantum chemistry or quantum solid-state physics), molecular mechanics, finite-element simulations, and/or Monte Carlo simulations. A M.Sc. thesis with strong computational elements will be regarded as positive.
• Experience in chemical laboratory activities, at least from undergraduate chemistry courses, as the project is very oriented towards synthesis and characterization of New thermal insulation materials.
• University-level courses in quantum mechanics
• A general background in materials science, both theoretical and experimental.

NTNU offers an excellent academic environment and a very competitive Ph.D. student salary. The application deadline is October 29, 2017.

The full announcement can be found here:

https://www.jobbnorge.no/ledige-stillinger/stilling/142568/phd-position-within-the-project-high-performance-nano-insulation-materials-hi-per-nim-iv-185-17

Applications must be submitted through the website above. Applications submitted by email will be neglected.

With regards,

Ole Martin Løvvik
Senior research scientist, SINTEF Materials and Chemistry, Oslo, Norway
Professor II, Dept. of Physics, University of Oslo, Norway