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PhD Research Fellowship in Theoretical Chemistry ... (No replies)

KennethRuud
4 years ago
KennethRuud 4 years ago

Applications are invited for a 3 year position in a Research Fellowship as a PhD Candidate in Theoretical Chemistry to be based at the Department of Chemistry, University of Oslo and the Hylleraas Centre for Quantum Molecular Sciences, a Norwegian Centre of Research Excellence.

Application deadline is May 29 2021.

Research Focus

This project is dedicated to the study of the structure and reactivity of main-group Grignard-like organometallic compounds by computational approaches under the supervision of Profs. Michele Cascella and Odile Eisenstein. The research promotes the rational design of more sustainable and eco-friendly reactions that employ polar organometallic compounds by computational modelling. Alkali and alkaline-earth organometallic reagents are used daily in academy and industry for organic synthesis and constitute today a critical asset for the synthesis of a broad range of valuable compounds, from anticancer drugs to soil-enriching fertilisers. Despite their extensive use, the molecular structures in solution and associated reaction mechanisms of these main group organometallic reagents are little known or understood.

Qualifications requirements

  • Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Physics, Computer science or similar fields.
  • Documented training in either theoretical, computational chemistry, condensed matter theory, molecular physics or close/equivalent topics is required
  • Programming skills are highly desired
  • Basic knowledge of organic/organometallic chemistry is desired
  • Basic knowledge of statistical mechanics is desired
  • Experience with molecular modelling and molecular dynamics codes is desired
  • The candidate must have fluent oral and written communication skills in English
  • The applicant must be willing to spend periodic visits to collaborators abroad

Candidates without a Master’s degree have until 15 August, 2021 to complete the final exam.

To apply for the position, and for more information, visit the webpages of jobbnorge.no.




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Ab initio (from electronic structure) calculation of complex processes in materials