Postdoctoral Fellowships in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry; Prof. Xiang Sun

Position: Postdoctoral Fellowships in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry (Prof. Xiang Sun)
Location: New York

Applications are invited for postdoctoral fellowships in the research group of Prof. Xiang Sun. The selected individuals will play a leading role in developing and applying new computational methods for chemical dynamics in the condensed phase and simulation of ultrafast nonlinear spectroscopies. Specifically, photoinduced charge and energy transfer dynamics as well as structural dynamics of light-harvesting systems such as organic photovoltaic and luminescent molecules in liquid solutions and disordered condensed phases will be investigated.

Classical molecular dynamics, mixed quantum-classical, semiclassical, and path integral approaches will be developed for such systems. Novel dynamical methods will be applied to ultrafast spectroscopies to help reveal important molecular information behind them.

Research at NYU Shanghai is supported by the NYU-ECNU Center for Computational Chemistry, a research institute operated jointly by NYU, NYU Shanghai, and East China Normal University. The postdoc fellow will also be affiliated with the center.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, material science, computer science, or related fields (must be completed before the start date of the appointment)
• Experience with statistical mechanics, electronic structure theory, quantum dynamical methods, or theoretical ultrafast spectroscopy
• Experience with coding in C/C++ and Python
• Excellent communication skills (writing and speaking in English)

Position Details

There are two postdoctoral fellowship positions which are available immediately and will remain open until filled. The term is initially for one year with the possibility of extension. The appointment start date for non-Chinese applicants is subject to immigration regulations.

Application Process

To be considered, applicants must submit:

• cover letter with a brief description of research accomplishments and interests
• curriculum vitae with a list of publications
• three recommendation letters (referees will be contacted via Interfolio)

Please email the NYU Shanghai NY Office of Faculty Recruitment: shanghai.faculty.recruitment with any questions regarding the application process.

NYU Shanghai is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from all interested persons. NYU Shanghai affirms the value of differing perspectives on the world as we strive to build the strongest possible university with the widest reach.

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