Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Chemistry

Computer Science and Mathematics Division
Computer and Computational Sciences Directorate
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee

ORNL09-125-CSMD


Project Description:
The successful candidate will apply quantum chemistry methods (NWChem and 
other packages) to study radical reactions occurring in the processing of 
natural polymers such as lignin. Experience in molecular electronic 
structure calculations (DFT, coupled cluster methods) is required. 
Parallel computing and code development experience is desirable. 

Qualifications: 
The successful candidate is expected to have completed a Ph.D. in 
Chemistry, Computer Science or a closely related field. This position 
requires the presentation of research results at conferences and the 
writing of journal articles.

Applicants cannot have received the most recent degree more than five 
years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree 
requirements before starting their appointment. 

Technical Questions: 
Interested candidates may contact Ariana Beste at bestea+/-ornl.gov. 
Please reference the position title and number when corresponding about 
this position.

How to Apply: 
Qualified applicants may apply online at https://www2.orau.gov/ORNL_POST/.
All applicants will need to register before they can begin the online 
application. For complete instructions, on how to apply, please see the 
instructions at 
http://www.orau.gov/orise/edu/ornl/ornl-pdpm/application.htm. 

This appointment is offered through the ORNL Postgraduate Research 
Associates Program and is administered by Oak Ridge Associated 
Universities (ORAU). This appointment is open to all qualified U.S. and
non-U.S. citizens without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, 
national origin, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era
veteran or disabled veteran.