This position is available from 1st April 2016 and is fixed term for 36 months

A Research Associate is required to contribute to a project involving the modelling and simulation of energy storage materials. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow.

Experience of developing/fitting interatomic potential models with a record of accomplishment that includes dynamical studies both in the bulk and/or surfaces is essential.

We are seeking a candidate who is conscientious and can work independently and as part of a team and who demonstrates good communication and presentation skills to a range of audiences. Applicants must possess a PhD in a relevant area of Chemistry/Physics/Materials.

Further information is available at the following group webpage:
Dr. Pooja Panchmatia http://www.lboro.ac.uk/departments/chemistry/staff/academic-research/pooja-panchmatia/ and informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Pooja Panchmatia by email P[email protected] or on +44 (0) 1509 222548.

We have a commitment to gender equality and support the Athena SWAN Charter. We encourage women to apply for this position as they are under-represented. All appointments will be made on merit.

Interviews will take place on 9March 2016.

for more details:

http://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/AMV624/research-associate-in-computational-materials/