Job description:
- Design, develop, and implement computational modeling tools and systems in molecular dynamics/modeling and quantum chemistry to address research questions on the field of solar cells, energy storage and molecular electronics.
- Perform computational chemistry simulations and analyses in support of the R&D, manufacturing and testing departments.
- Maintain computational software.
- Plan experimental strategy, synthetic routes, evaluate milestones, costs and risks, and prioritize projects and resources.
- Provide technical support for the Chemistry and Characterization Groups. Assist the IP.
- Communicate ideas and results through proposals, technical reports and presentations.
- Be available for teleconferences and travels to meet with collaborators and vendors.
Required Skills
- D. in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science.
- Strong working knowledge of organic/organometallic and quantum chemistry and molecular dynamics with associated tools.
- Experience in using major QM and MD packages (Gaussian, Schrödinger, LAMMPS, GROMACS).
- Familiarity with SAR/QSAR studies and drug discovery.
- Proven experience in object-oriented programming.
- Experience in planning of efficient multistep organic synthesis of heterocycles.
- Strong publication record. At least 10 (2 first author) relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Strong English language communication skills.
Additional desirable skills (not needed but nice to have):
- Scripting and programming expertise with Java (+Android) and Python(+Django). Existing applications in Google Play would be a great plus.
- Familiarity with Linux environment.
- Experience applying computational methods such as molecular dynamics and quantum chemistry to photo- and/or electroactive organic molecules.