A postdoc position is available in the group of Prof. Yanming Ma (http://mym.calypso.cn/YanmingMa.html) in the International Center for Computational Method and Software at Jilin University (Changchun, China). Our group is interested in developing and applying crystal structure prediction and ab initio calculation methods to study the properties of condense-phase materials. This position focuses on first-principles calculations of electronic, vibrational, magnetic, and topological properties of materials at high pressures. He/she will also provide computational support and work closely with the experimentalists in the same group. The initial term is one year, and the position is renewable, subject to funding and mutual agreement availability. Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications

1. A recent Ph.D. in Computational or Theoretical Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or related discipline
2. Experience in electronic structure calculations (density functional theory and density functional perturbation theory) for materials evidenced by peer-reviewed publications
3. Experience in programming for high-performance computing
4. Experience in collaboration with experimentalists

Experience in the following areas is a plus:

1. Familiarity with crystal structure prediction methods (e.g., CALYPSO)
2. Familiarity with superconductivity

Application instructions

Interested individuals are encouraged to contact Prof. Yanming Ma ([email protected] or [email protected]). Please provide the CV, a cover letter describing your interest and experience, and the contact information for at least two references familiar with your work.

Campus Information

International Center for Computational Method and Software: http://iccms.jlu.edu.cn/About_ICCMS.htm