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Research Associate: FutureCat, Cambridge (No replies)
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A Research Associate position is available immediately in computational materials science, as part of the Faraday Institution project, 'FutureCat', which is developing cathode materials for next generation lithium batteries.
Working with Professor Chris Pickard in the Materials Theory Group at the Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy, the successful candidate will be required to use first principles methods to understand novel battery cathode materials, and their interfaces.
We are looking for someone with a PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related subject, who has specific experience in the application of solid state DFT codes (CASTEP/VASP/QE), molecular dynamics, and first principles structure prediction (AIRSS) to energy materials. In addition, we require someone with a proven track record of publications in computational energy materials science, and who demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience of modelling complex interfaces is desirable, as is experience of materials data management and analysis, including machine learning and other similar techniques, an interest in using new computational methodologies, and experience of managing a research programme.
The post-holder will be required to plan, develop and implement a programme of computational materials research, analyse and manage research data and software, write project reports and research articles, and be responsible for ensuring the research programme is consistent with the FutureCat project workplan.
The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance, with an expectation this will extend up to September 2023.
Apply through the online announcement:
https://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/24284/
For further information about the project please contact Professor Chris Pickard ([email protected]), or for general enquiries Nichola Daily ([email protected]).
Please quote reference LJ21658 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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