We, the Quantum Chemistry group at Uppsala University, Sweden, are looking for a postdoctoral researcher in machine learning and theoretical chemistry, a temporary position for two years.

This postdoctoral project aims at the development of machine learning technology used to improve and create robust techniques for the optimizations of wave functions, and to use the Gaussian Process Regression as an ansatz for the electronic wave function. The position is placed in the Quantum Chemistry group, headed by Prof. Roland Lindh. During 2022 50% of the work will be conducted in the AI4Research project of Uppsala University.

Qualifications: To be eligible to apply you must have a Ph.D. in theoretical or computational chemistry, or in the fields of Artificial Intelligence and machine learning, or an exam which is judged comparable to a Swedish Ph.D. in the same subject. Extensive knowledge in and practical experience with machine learning and/or theoretical chemistry, is mandatory. Documented experience of the development of machine learning methods and algorithms, and computer programming, are a strong merits for this employment.

We emphasize the importance of personal suitability for this position. You need to be strongly motivated to carry out the work in the project and contribute by coming up with new creative ideas. This project requires that you are able to work independently and that you have excellent collaborative skills, as the project will occasionally require that you are able to cooperate with scientists from other universities. You also need to be proficient in oral and written English in order to be able to interact and communicate efficiently with collaborators, and publish internationally. You must be organized and systematic in your work. As an experienced researcher you will be expected to co-supervise the work of younger scientists and thus you need to have the skills necessary to support young scientists and to actively contribute to a pleasant and productive work environment.

In this recruitment we will only consider candidates who, after an overall assessment, show the top qualifications and personal characteristics to perform and develop the project tasks and contribute to a positive development of the group and its activities. Personal circumstances (for example parental leave) that are important for the validation of merits should also be described in the application.

Uppsala University strives to be an inclusive workplace that promotes equal opportunities and attracts qualified candidates who can contribute to the University’s excellence and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people of all backgrounds.

Pay: 25,000 SEK/month (exempted from tax)

Starting: No later than January 2022.

Type of employment: grant position, .i.e it is not a regular salary position, The salary of 25,000 SEK/month is exempt from tax and distributed three month at the time.

Period of appointment: Two years

Level of employment: 100 %

For further information about the position, or to submit your application (CV, letter of application and two letters of recommendation), please contact

Roland Lindh (e-mail: [email protected], +46701679766).

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