Iowa State University

Materials Science

PostdocResearchAssociate

Ames, Iowa, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Postdoc Research Associate at Iowa State University. Skills: computational materials science, electronic-structure methods, catalytic materials optimization. applying electronic-structure methods to study and optimize catalytic materials. modeling disordered and doped systems”

What You'll Achieve.

optimize catalytic materials; advance catalyst design

Industry & Context.

Materials Science
Problems you'll solve

analyze computational results; compare findings with synthesis and catalysis experiments

Eligibility Requirements

Legally authorized to work in the U. S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship, Immigration sponsorship is not available

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Ph. D. in Materials Science or a closely related technical field, demonstrated experience in theoretical approaches, demonstrated experience in electronic-structure calculations

Nice to Have

Experience performing bulk and surface electronic-structure calculations and related methods, Experience applying computational methods to alloys and line compounds to assess and optimize catalytic behavior, Experience working with disordered and defected high-entropy alloys and doped line compounds, particularly in acidic environments, Demonstrated ability to analyze computational results and directly compare findings with synthesis and catalysis experiments

What You'll Do.

applying electronic-structure methods to study and optimize catalytic materials

modeling disordered and doped systems

collaborating closely with experimental teams to compare results and advance catalyst design

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

collaborating closely with experimental teams

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