Multiple postdoctoral and PhD positions are available in Chemistry, Physics, or Computer Science at the University of South Carolina, USA in Christopher Sutton's lab. The research will focus on using computational materials science and machine learning to design new ionic conductors for solid-state batteries. This project is a highly collaborative effort as part of a three-year funded initiative by the US Department of Energy involving several research groups at USC.

The PhD positions will start in Fall 2024. The postdoctoral positions are open for an immediate start. The initial contract for postdoctoral positions is for one year, with the possibility of annual renewal upon mutual agreement. The starting salary for postdoctoral positions is $53,000. Health insurance is also included. Candidates should have experience in scientific programming and atomistic simulations; experience in machine learning is preferred.

Interested candidates should compile the following documents into a single PDF file: a concise cover letter describing their relevant research experience and potential start date, along with a CV that includes a list of publications and the names of at least 2 references. Please email your application to: [email protected]. 

USC is located in Columbia, SC, and boasts a low cost of living, diverse cultural and recreational opportunities, and easy access to both the Atlantic coast and the Blue Ridge Mountains.