Postdoctoral Scholar in Theoretical Chemistry

Position Overview

Position title:

Postdoctoral Scholar in Theoretical Chemistry. Salary range: $69,073 – $82,836. Percent time: 100%. Anticipated start:
January 1 2026. Position duration: two‑year position.

This full‑time postdoctoral research position is in Professor Henrik R. Larsson’s Theoretical Chemistry/Computational Physics group at the University of California, Merced. The scholar will work on the DOE‑funded Early Career project “Rigorous quantum simulation tools for correlated attosecond electron dynamics in molecules.”

Responsibilities include:

• Developing new methods related to tensor network states (e.g., TD‑DMRG, MCTDH) to simulate correlated attosecond electron dynamics in molecules.
• Presenting and engaging at international conferences.
• Writing journal articles.
• Assisting with the mentoring of students.

Available computational resources include two shared clusters at Merced, dedicated group computing nodes, and national supercomputing centers.

More information about the Larsson group:

Selected recent publications:
1) Wahyutama, Larsson, J. Chem. Theory Comput., 2024, (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
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2) Larsson, Mol. Phys, 2024, .2306881
3) Larsson et al., J. Am. Chem. Soc., 2022, .
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4) Larsson et al., J. Chem. Theory Comput., 2022, .
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• Basic qualifications:
  Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, or a related field. Experience with quantum simulations, programming (Python, Julia, C++, Fortran, etc.), and excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Preferred qualifications:
  Experience developing computational methods in theoretical chemistry/physics, especially for attosecond electron dynamics and/or tensor network states.

• Curriculum Vitae – most recently updated.
• Cover Letter.
• Authorization to Release Information Form – applicants must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years indicating misconduct, and submit the required form.
• Examples of developed code, link to source‑code repository, or description of proprietary code (optional).
• References (three required, contact information only).
• Site for application: /JPF
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• Help contact: snspersonnel

The University of California 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, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced does not currently sponsor individuals residing outside the United States who would require a new H‑1B visa for employment. Applicants who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are ineligible for this position.

Merced, CA