We offer a three-year post-doc position at the Department of Physics, Computer Science and Mathematics of the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Marco Gibertini on advanced characterizations of 2D materials for next-generation enabling technologies by using high-throughput density-functional theory simulations. Possible targets span electronic, magnetic, ferroelectric, topological, and vibrational properties of either isolated layers or van der Waals heterostructures. In the process, efficient scientific workflows will be developed to streamline the computational protocol from structure to properties and thus accelerate materials predictions.

Scientific environment
The post-doc will be part of a stimulating and interdisciplinary environment that combines academics at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia and scientists at the CNR-NANO National Research Laboratory, covering a vast range of research topics: from quantum sciences and technologies, to graphene and 2D materials, topological and excitonic insulators, battery materials, nano energy-conversion systems, plasmonics, functional surfaces and nanostructured systems, physics of bio (nano) systems, and nano-tribology. Significant efforts are devoted to the development of advanced computational algorithms and methods for condensed-matter and nano-systems, from density-functional theory to many-body perturbation theory, with particular emphasis on high-throughput materials discovery and excited-state phenomena.

Qualifications
We are looking for a skilled and highly motivated candidate with a solid background in solid state physics or materials science. Expertise in first-principles simulations and Density Functional Theory is required. Programming skills in Python and Fortran, as well as knowledge of high performance computing, will be considered a plus. The candidate should have excellent communication skills in English and should be able to work independently and in a team.

Appointment and salary
The position is for three years and should start by March 2023, with a gross salary of € 22’054/year.

Expression of interest
We strongly encourage interested candidates to send an expression of interest to Prof. Marco Gibertini ([email protected]). Applicants should include a detailed CV containing a list of publications, a detailed description of both scientific and computational background, and the name and email address of at least one person who might be contacted for a reference letter. The deadline for expressions of interest is December 12th, 2022.

Funding
The position lies within the framework of the project Ecosystem For Sustainable Transition of Emilia-Romagna (ECOSISTER) – Spoke 6 "Ecological transition based on HPC and Data Technology”, funded by the European Union – NextGenerationEU.

University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
The University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (UNIMORE), founded in 1175, is among the oldest universities in the world. UNIMORE, with roughly 27’000 students, is large enough to offer all the facilities one would expect from a major university but small enough to retain a personal and friendly learning environment. UNIMORE is located in two cities with the highest quality of living standards in Italy, in a region with a strong technological vocation. Both Modena and Reggio Emilia are considered important cities of art and culture, and Modena's cathedral and main square are on the list of UNESCO's World Heritage sites.