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Empa is the research institute for materials science and technology of the ETH Domain and conducts cutting-edge research for the benefit of industry and the well-being of society.
PhD Position on the simulation of enantioselective chemical reactions
We are looking for highly motivated candidates with a strong theoretical background in Solid State Physics, Surface Science, Statistical Mechanics or Physical Chemistry to take up a challenging PhD position. In this PhD project, the candidate will learn the methods of classical and ab initio atomistic simulation and apply them to the realistic modeling of physical and chemical systems that are investigated experimentally just next door in our lab. The key experimental finding is that some materials with weak expression of chirality at their surface exhibit strong enantioselectivity with respect to chemical reactions. The project aims at developing an atomistic level understanding of the mechanisms leading to the observed enantioselectivity by means of computer simulations. From the computational point of view this requires an accurate choice of the methods to model molecule/substrate interactions and the intrinsic crystal chirality with sufficient accuracy.
Within this project the PhD student will get acquainted with powerful methods like ab initio molecular dynamics (CP2K, Quantum Espresso), machine learning and scanning probe microscopy modeling.
The successful candidate will be integrated in the PhD Program of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETHZ), including the possibility of teaching assistance and bachelor and master project coaching, as well as being involved in the Swiss-wide project NCCR-MARVEL, aimed at discovering new materials with the computer.
Required qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Physics, Chemistry or Physical Chemistry. A solid background in molecular physics and condensed matter theory and previous experience in modern languages for data analysis (bash scripting, python) would be considered as a plus. Very good communication skills in English are required, German language skills are beneficial. The position is available as soon as possible with a planned duration of 4 years.
We offer a challenging position in a materials research institution in the Zurich area with outstanding infrastructure and broad interdisciplinary surroundings.
For further information about the position please contact Dr Daniele Passerone:
[email protected] and visit our websites http://www.empa.ch/web/s205 and Empa-Video
We look forward to receiving your online application including a letter of motivation, CV, diplomas with academic transcripts with the obtained marks and contact details of two referees.
Please upload the requested documents through our webpage at the following link:
https://apply.refline.ch/673276/1336/index.html?cid=1&lang=en
Applications via email will not be considered.