Research Associate - Modelling Chemical Reactions in Liquid Battery Environments (Fixed Term)

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

Applications are invited for a post-doctoral research assistant position in the group led by Professor Clare P. Grey to work in modelling chemical reactions in liquid battery environments.

The successful candidate will perform advanced atomistic simulations to explain and understand chemical processes in novel battery systems, particularly non-aqueous lithium-air batteries. These processes will include charge transport, charge transfer reactions, and parasitic reactions. Reactions will be studied both in the liquid electrolyte and at the electrode interface. The candidate will collaborate closely with experimental researchers in the Grey group, both to explain experimental findings and to predict refined battery designs for experimental testing.

Applicants must have (or be about to obtain) a PhD in inorganic/materials chemistry or other related areas. Excellent skills in atomistic simulation, particularly molecular dynamics-based enhanced sampling methods, experience in simulating chemical reactions, preferably using data-driven models, a strong knowledge of liquid-state theory and chemical reaction theory, and experience in studying structural interfaces with simulation and theory are essential.

Familiarity with lithium-air battery chemistry and experience in working closely with experimental researchers combined with strong scientific programming skills and a willingness to develop new computational methodology are desirable. Knowledge of complementary simulation approaches such as coarse-grained modelling, Monte Carlo simulation or geometry optimisation methods are desirable. A strong proven track-record of publication in relevant fields is essential. Demonstrated ability to work in teams is desirable.

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For queries relating to your application or the application process, please contact Sharon Connor (email: [email protected] ) or Dr. Oliver Pecher (email: [email protected] ).

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