About the role
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Theoretical Chemistry to work under the supervision of Professor David Tew for a period of up to 2 years. The project involves developing algorithms for applying quantum computers to chemistry and materials simulations and is funded by UKRI.
Find out more about the Tew research and group at: https://www.chem.ox.ac.uk/people/david.tew.
About you
Applicants must hold a PhD in Theoretical Chemistry or a relevant subject area, or be close to completion prior to taking up the appointment. The research requires experience in developing algorithms for simulating electronic structure and/or quantum dynamics. You will be expected to manage your own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to coordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines.
The post will be based in the Department of Chemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford with an intended start date of as soon as possible.
Application Process
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application. In your supporting statement, please explain how you meet each of the selection criteria found in the job description.
Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday, 4 April 2025, UK time. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.
The University of Oxford and The Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts in Oxford.
Contact Information
Contact Person: Ellie Rawlinson
Vacancy ID: 178903
Contact Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
Closing Date & Time: 04-Apr-2025 12:00
Pay Scale: RESEARCH GRADE 7
Contact Email: ellie.rawlinson@chem.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£): Grade 7: £38,674 - £46,913 per annum (inclusive of Oxford University Weighting)
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