A postdoctoral position with a duration of two years is open at Qingyuan Innovation Laboratory, Quanzhou, China. This position will focus on the computational and theoretical design of materials for metal-ion batteries.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications:
Develop and advance the understanding of electronic structure theory.
Code and modify computational tools using Python.
Work closely on first-principles theory-related projects and collaborate with leading experimental/theoretical groups.
Contribute to research in solid-state physics.
Opportunity for research visits to different research groups

Note: This role is best suited for those with hands-on experience and not just users of well-known software.

Requirements:
A Ph.D. or equivalent in a related field.
Proficient in Python programming.
Deep knowledge of electronic structure theory, high interest in the academic career, and hard work.
Strong foundational understanding of solid-state physics.
Age under 35 years.
Speaking Chinese is a big plus.
The preference will be given to fresh Ph.D. graduates.

What We Offer:
Competitive salary ranging from 340-480 kRMB (43-62kEURO).
Complimentary free accommodation at the Qingyuan Innovation Laboratory.
An initial commitment of two years with prospects of transitioning into long-term roles, including positions like assistant or associate professorships.
Supporting environment for the development with a young dynamic team and opportunity to work with leading experimental/theoretical groups around the globe.

Representative publications:
1. A. Yadav, C. M. Acosta, G. M. Dalpian, O. I. Malyi "First-principles investigations of 2D materials: challenges and best practices", Matter, 2023, 6, 2711
2. A. Zunger, O. I. Malyi “Understanding doping of quantum materials” Chemical Reviews, 2021, 121, 3031
3. O. I. Malyi, A. Zunger “False metals, real insulators, and degenerate gapped metals” Applied Physics Reviews, 2020, 7, 041310, highlighted as Featured/Editor's pick
4. O. I. Malyi, G. M. Dalpian, X.-G. Zhao, Z. Wang, A. Zunger “Realization of predicted exotic materials: The burden of proof”, Materials Today, 2020, 32, 35-45
5. O. I. Malyi, M. T. Yeung, K. R. Poeppelmeier, C. Persson, A. Zunger “Spontaneous non-stoichiometry and ordering in degenerate but gapped transparent conductors” Matter, 2019, 1, 280-294, Cell sister journal, Highlighted by Matter, 2019, 1, 33

See details on the group at https://www.oimalyi.org/

How to Apply: Interested candidates are requested to forward their resume to [email protected].