Research Associate (PhD Candidate) | Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in (Doktorand*in) (26113)
Bergische Universität Wuppertal
Job Summary
The University of Wuppertal is seeking a Research Associate (PhD Candidate) to join the Theoretical and Physical Chemistry research group. In this role, you will perform molecular dynamics simulations using the LAMMPS framework to investigate surface-induced dissociation of liquid droplets from ESI. Your core responsibilities include developing new force-field approaches for simulating large droplet aggregates, implementing open-source methods and libraries for simulation analysis, and contributing to the group through seminars and workshops. You will also be responsible for publishing scientific findings and conducting teaching assignments (4 LVS) while supervising student theses. This position is ideal for a motivated candidate in Computer Science, Chemistry, or Physics who is eager to pursue a doctoral degree in a collaborative, international research environment that offers flexible working conditions and professional development opportunities.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field.
Experience
- Professional experience in conducting numerical simulations in molecular dynamics or related fields
- Academic background in Computer Science, Chemistry, or Physics
- Experience with MD frameworks such as LAMMPS, Gromacs, or AMBER
- Initial experience in the construction and modification of force fields
- Experience in academic research and presentation of findings
Languages
Additional
- Must be eligible and willing to pursue a doctoral degree (PhD); position is a fixed-term contract (WissZeitVG) initially for 3 years; part-time (67%); requires application via the university portal including all academic records and CV.
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