Postdoctoral position at UT Austin in Simulations of Polymer Photovoltaics and Fuel Cell Membranes.

We seek a postdoctoral research associate to participate in a research program on modeling of polymers for (i) Proton transfer applications in fuel cell materials; (ii) Device properties of photovoltaics. The project falls under the purview of new collaborative efforts at UT Austin and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to interact with a diverse group of experimental and modeling researchers involved in this center. The candidate will be engaged in simulations and models at different scales, ranging from quantum mechanics, atomistic approaches to mean-field mesoscopic simulations coupled with macroscopic transport modeling. At the end of the postdoctoral tenure the candidate can expect to gain an impressive resume of expertise in a variety of computational tools as applied to cutting edge materials science. Communication of results through publications and presentations at conferences is an important component of the work.

Ideally, the candidate is expected to have past experience in atomistic scale simulations of materials and polymers and even more preferably, be familiar with methodologies for predicting proton and/or charge transport in materials. Expertise in polymer physics and theoretical modeling of polymers is not essential, albeit would be useful. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics or a related discipline as well as a strong background in the above-mentioned areas. The initial appointment will be for one year with the possibility of extension for additional year(s). The starting date is somewhat flexible, but a start before the end of the year would be preferable.

Interested candidates should send an application via email to Prof. Venkat Ganesan (venkat@che.utexas.edu), including a resume and listing the names and contact information for three references. Please indicate "Re: postdoc opening" in the subject of your email. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.