A number of Postdoc positions will be offered at the Department of Physics (DTU Physics) and the Department of Energy at the Technical University of Denmark in connection with the newly established Catalysis Theory Center.

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Project description
The postdoctoral fellowships will focus on: 

• Electronic structure calculations combined with machine learning techniques for accelerated/autonomous discovery of clean energy materials, e.g. novel electrocatalysts for sustainable production of fuels and chemicals and next-generation battery materials.
• Mechanistic analysis and the development of coupled kinetic-transport models of electrochemical processes for the sustainable production of fuels and chemicals
• The development of a fundamental understanding of the theory of heterogeneous catalysis and electro-catalysis chemical processes at the gas-solid and liquid-solid interface.

Qualifications
The candidate should hold a PhD or equivalent degree in chemistry, physics, materials science or a similar field. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in at least one of the following topics: 

• Quantum chemical modelling of catalysis
• Machine learning approaches to materials discovery
• Continuum modelling of electrochemical interfaces

Moreover, the successful candidate: 

• is innovative and able to work in cross-disciplinary teams
• has good communication skills in English, both written and spoken
• is able to work independently and take responsibility for progress and quality of projects.

Assessment
The assessment of the applicants will be made by Professors Karen Chan, Tejs Vegge, and Jens K. Nørskov.

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The appointment will be for 1 year. The position is available immediately and the starting date is negotiable. Please state the earliest possible starting date in the cover letter.

The monthly salary for a postdoctoral fellow at DTU is around DKK 40,000 (ca. €5300 or $6400) including pension contribution. Foreign applicants may qualify for special taxation schemes.

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Further information
If you need further information concerning this position, please contact Professor Karen Chan at [email protected], Professor Tejs Vegge at [email protected], or Professor Jens K. Nørskov at [email protected].  

Application
Please submit your online application no later than 15 September 2018 (local time). Applications must be submitted as one pdf file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply online," fill in the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one pdf file. The file must include: 

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Diploma (MSc/PhD)
• List of publications indicating scientific highlights
• List of References (minimum two)

Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

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