We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher with strong computational skills in the development of multiscale workflow engineering and its application to virtual materials development formation (applications: batteries, organic electronic and soft matter). Candidates should have expertise in computational, theoretical physics or chemistry, or related areas. We expect the ability and desire to work in a heterogeneous interdisciplinary environment, strong research skills, and a history of innovation and accomplishment documented by a strong academic record. Prior involvement in the workflow engineering, the development of complex computational methods on HPC architectures and appropriate skills in software engineering using state-of-the-art object-oriented languages is required. Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate strong programming skills in high level languages, such as python or C++.

Research at the materials simulation group (www.int.kit.edu/nanosim, staff ~ 20) at the Institute of Nanotechnology (www.int.kit.edu) has recently focused on the development of predictive multiscale materials design with applications of organic light emitting diodes, organic photovoltaics, molecular electronics, designer polymers, metal organic frameworks and novel 2D materials, such as graphene. The institute (staff ~300) is a central pillar of the research program Science and Technology of Nanosystems of the Helmholtz Society and offers a stimulating multidisciplinary work environment addressing many topical problems in nanoscience and technology, both experimentally and theoretically. Since the merger of the former Research Center Karlsruhe and Karlsruhe University, it is part of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, one of the largest research sites in Europe.

Inquiries should be directed via email to wolfgang.wenzel∂kit.edu with a full CV including their employment record and academic achievements. Copies of university transcripts or certificates are not required at this point. Candidates whose native language is not English should document their proficiency in written and spoken English.

 

 

 

Prof. Wolfgang Wenzel                                                               Phone:    +49-721-608-26386

Institute of Nanotechnology                                                      Mobile:   +49-151-142-95504

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology                                             Web:        www.int.kit.edu/nanosim