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Location: RICHLAND, WA
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Job Type: Part Time

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               <td align="left"><font style="font-size: 100%;">Post Doctorate RA - Computational Chemistry<BR>Organization and Job ID<BR>Job ID: 301509<BR>Directorate:<BR><BR>Fundamental & Computational Sciences<BR>Group: Catalysis Science<BR>.<BR>Job Description<BR>The Center for Molecular Electrocatalysis (www.efrc.pnnl.gov) at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory seeks a motivated post-doctoral fellow in computational chemistry to join a theoretical/experimental team focusing on the design of electrocatalysts for hydrogen oxidation and reduction, oxygen reduction, and nitrogen reduction.<BR><BR>These multi-electron, multi-proton processes are prototype reactions for the inter-conversion of fuels and electricity. Efficient electrocatalysis for these reactions requires facile and controlled movement of electrons and protons. The focus of the project is to develop, design, and characterize multiple proton relays into homogeneous electrocatalysts to enhance catalytic activity beyond that which can currently be achieved.<BR>.<BR>Minimum Requirements<BR>Candidates must have received a PhD within the past five years from an accredited college or university.<BR><BR>All staff at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States.<BR>.<BR>Qualifications<BR>Candidates must have received a Ph.D. degree in either Chemistry or Physics from an accredited college or university with a track record in publishing scientific research in international peer reviewed journals.<BR><BR>Strong background in molecular simulation methods, including ab initio molecular dynamics as well as high-level electronic structure methods is a must.<BR>Experience with condensed phase density functional theory codes (CPMD, Quantum espresso, CP2K, VASP etc.) and/or quantum chemical software (Gaussian, NWChem, Games etc.) in addition to programming skills (Fortran, C, C++) and experience with modern high performance computation platforms are highly desirable.<BR><BR>The candidate will work on applied chemical problems for which a background in physical organic and/or inorganic chemistry will be an asset. The candidate will interact with both theory and experimental colleagues on collaborative projects in computational catalysis. Strong communications skills are essential. The successful candidate should be able to work well in a team setting and exhibit strong work ethics.<BR>.<BR>Equal Employment Opportunity<BR>Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace.<BR><BR>All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.<BR><BR>All staff at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     </font></td>
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