Post Doctoral Scholar

The Opportunity

A postdoctoral position is available in computational and theoretical materials science in the Materials Theory, Informatics, and Design Group, led by Professor Liping Yu in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Central Florida. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to pursue cutting-edge research in several emerging areas, including first-principles design and discovery of advanced materials for quantum and energy applications, prediction of materials synthesizability, defect physics in semiconductors, and the development of advanced AI methods for materials science.

• Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, or materials science
• At least five years (including PhD thesis research) of experience in DFT-based first-principles calculations
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• The Ph.D. must be conferred before the commencement of employment in the Postdoctoral Scholar position at the University of Central Florida

About the Role

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Responsibilities

• Pursue cutting-edge research in emerging areas of computational and theoretical materials science
• Contribute to the development of advanced AI methods for materials science
• Collaborate with faculty and other researchers on interdisciplinary projects
• Present research findings at conferences and seminars

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, or materials science
• At least five years (including PhD thesis research) of experience in DFT-based first-principles calculations
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Solid state physics; thermodynamics and kinetics; Python coding and machine learning skills

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in first-principles calculations and/or machine learning for materials research

Qualifications

Additional Application Materials Required

• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Research Interests
• Names and contact information for three references

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state's benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First. OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off. Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Pay

$57,000.00

Schedule

Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm