Junior​/Assistant Specialist - Energy Decomposition Analysis; EDA

Position Overview

Salary range:
The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step  applicable salary scales for this position are the Represented Specialist Series Salary Scale AY 2026‑27. A reasonable full‑time salary estimate for this position is $57,000 – $65,800.

Percent time: 80% expected, up to 100% dependent upon availability and funding.

Anticipated start: 07/01/2026.

Position duration: 1 year, with possibility of reappointment.

Electronic structure theory is broad in scope with existing connections to many branches of experimental chemistry, and the potential for many more. Interesting molecules may range from diatomics through medium sized organic and inorganic species to adsorbate‑surface systems. The molecules may be in their ground electronic state or they may be electronically excited. Time‑independent properties such as geometric structure and relative energies are often of interest, or we may be concerned with transitions between levels and dynamical processes.

The Junior or Assistant Specialist will perform research on density matrix compression techniques in quantum chemistry, writing code in Python and C++, and gathering results. In addition, they will work on research involving chalcogen bonding, submitting quantum chemistry calculations, and writing a scientific paper.

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent international degree) or enrollment in a Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent international degree) program

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent international degree)

Preferred qualifications

• Familiarity with typical laboratory supplies and equipment
• Demonstrated experience in an academic research environment
• Proven skills in working with standard software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience working with data analysis and coding

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

UC Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. The University of California, Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service.