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Postdoctoral Fellow, Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
Location : New Orleans, La
Open Date : Nov 14, 2024
Description :
A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Tulane University based in the historic Uptown New Orleans. The postdoctoral researcher will work with Dr. Matthew Montemore’s group study and design catalysts and other materials for energy applications, using a variety of computational techniques including quantum chemical methods and kinetic models. Collaboration with other research groups, especially experimental groups, is expected. The fellow will also contribute to mentoring graduate and undergraduate students within the research group. Multiple active projects led by Dr. Montemore on computational design of catalysts and other materials are currently supported by the National Science Foundation.
Qualifications :
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
1. PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related area.
2. Demonstrated experience in one or several of the following areas : computational materials science, density functional theory, high-performance computing
2. Excellent written communication skills demonstrated by prior publications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
1. Familiarity with computational catalysis, time-dependent density functional theory, programming.
2. Experience collaborating with experimental researchers
Application Instructions :
Canadates must apply via Interfolio and provide the following;
- Cover letter
- 2 contact references
Position will close on 11-29-24 or when the position is filled
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental to advancing intellectual rigor, learning, and scholarship. Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, shared ancestry, color, disability (and including mental disorder, learning disability, physical disability), gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status or classification protected by federal, state, or local law. In fact, our commitment extends beyond mere compliance with the law.
We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are intentionally seeking candidates who are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in support of Tulane’s Strategy for Tomorrow.
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