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Post Doc Research Fellow Lab, Chemistry
Salary/Position Classification
- $52,000 12 month contract, Dependent on Experience, Exempt
- 40 hours per week
- 100% Remote Work Availability: No
- Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No
Purpose of Position
The Department of Chemistry is seeking a 12-month, post-doctoral research fellow to conduct research on the development and testing of new methods and algorithms for solving challenging quantum chemistry problems on future quantum computers. The initial appointment will be for one year and is full-time and benefitted, with potential for renewal for a second year, pending annual review of performance and continued availability of funding.
The Department of Chemistry in Abbott Hall at the University of North Dakota is well-equipped for ongoing research performed by individual faculty and is funded by external funding from the National Science Foundation, ND EPSCoR, PRF ACS and other agencies. Abbott Hall houses 29 laboratories and classrooms, over 30 faculty and student offices including space for modern teaching and research facilities. The lab has access to several computing resources including at UND Computational Research Center and ACCESS national computing grid.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop methods and algorithms focused at solving challenging problems in quantum chemistry using quantum computers.
- Implement and test algorithms for their usefulness in science considering their accuracy, and resource requirements on future quantum devices.
- Work on external software such as IBM’s Qiskit, Pennylane, AWS Braket, etc.
- Develop in-house software (mostly in Python using libraries)
- Analyze results with PI and draft manuscripts for publication and proposals for external grants.
- Present research at academic seminars and conferences
- Mentor junior team members
Required Competencies
- Ability to work in teams and take leadership of projects
- Ability to work both independently and in teams, especially through interdisciplinary
collaborations with multiple stakeholders - Motivated with a keen interest to explore new areas of research
Minimum Requirements
- Ph.D. in theoretical/computational chemistry, quantum computing, material science or a
related field - Demonstrated evidence of publishing in peer-reviewed journals
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in high-quality research in at least one of the following topics: (1) quantum
chemistry or material science calculations, (2) software development in quantum
sciences, (3) computational method development research, (4) quantum computing
algorithms, noise-mitigation, error-correction, etc. - Experience in programming (Python is preferred)
- Experience in use of open-source software
To Apply
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 03/15/2025 and include the following materials:
- Cover letter (max 1 page)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Contact information for 3 references
- Unofficial transcripts. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit
official transcripts upon hire.
Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.
Position Benefits
Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.
Find out more about UND's great benefits and perks here!
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Chemistry
Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
Full-time Faculty
Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
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Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.
Confidentiality of Application Materials
Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. People with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Salary : $52,000
