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School of Chemical Engineering is now looking for a motivated

Postdoctoral researcher in polymer materials modelling at molecular level

In this position, you will get to conduct computational and theoretical scientific research aiming at high impact scientific publications in the field of polymer materials modeling at molecular level. Focus areas involve macromolecular assemblies, polymers and polymer interactions, and especially molecular level modelling of these. The work is computational and theoretical: the simulations make use of linux/unix based high performance computing environments (HPC computing).

You would join a strong group of scientists focusing on Soft Materials Modelling lead by Dr. Maria Sammalkorpi.

Requirements

You have a doctoral degree in computational chemistry, physics, polymer technology, materials science, or related field. We expect you to have a good publication history, a strong interest in soft materials modelling and understanding of polymer systems. Your research background can cover, for example, atomistic, molecular level or mesoscale particle based modelling of polymers, surfactant systems, or biomolecules, especially in solvent. You should have demonstrated expertise in molecular dynamics or Monte Carlo simulations at atomistic and coarse-grained detail, and dissemination of scientific results, and be well versed in statistical mechanics and data handling. Good oral and written command of English is necessary in this position.

Salary and contract terms

The expected starting salary for a postdoctoral researcher is approximately 3300€/month and salary will increase with responsibilities and performance over time. This is a fixed term position. The contract includes occupational health benefits and Finland has a comprehensive social security system.

More information

If you have any questions, Dr. Maria Sammalkorpi is happy to give you more information about the position. In recruitment process related questions, please contact HR Coordinator Isabella Itäpalo. Emails: [email protected]

Ready to apply?

If you would like to join us, please submit your application through our recruiting system by using "Apply now!" link below. Please include the following documents in English.

• CV describing education and employment history, as well as, list of scientific publications
• Motivation letter
• Names and contact information of at least two references

The call is open until February 16, 2020, but we will start reviewing and interviewing candidates immediately. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

About Aalto University, Campus and Finland

The School of Chemical Engineering is located at the Aalto University Otaniemi campus in the Helsinki metropolitan area, Finland. As a living and work environment, Finland consistently ranks high in quality-of-life. For more information about living in Finland, please visit our information pages for international staff.