Computational Chemistry Postdoc

Lawrence Berkeley National Lab’s (LBNL) Chemical Sciences Division has an opening for a Computational Chemistry Postdoc to join the team.

 

The Center for High Precision Patterning Science (CHiPPS), a DOE Energy Frontier Research Center, is seeking applicants for a postdoctoral researcher position, working in the groups of Frances Houle and Samuel M. Blau. We are looking for someone with the desire and imagination to drive computational mechanistic investigations of lithographic patterning of novel hybrid organic/inorganic thin films using extreme ultraviolet (EUV) light, with the goal of enabling unprecedented nanometer-scale precision. Mechanistic models will incorporate theoretical insights from chemical reaction networks populated with electronic structure calculations and will be validated against spectroscopic measurements. This will be a highly team-oriented position requiring on-going communication and collaboration with a group of experimentalists and other theorists.

 

What You Will Do:

• Conduct research at the intersection of mechanistic modeling, computational chemistry, and materials design & characterization.
• Build mechanistic models leveraging both density functional theory calculations and measured properties to elucidate patterning chemistry in novel resist materials.
• Use computational results to simulate experimental data for comparison to measurements, and use the comparisons to refine and validate predicted chemical mechanisms.
• Collaborate closely with experimental colleagues to deeply understand experimental design and data analysis.
• Prepare reports, research papers and presentations, and present results at meetings.
• Adhere to EH&S Safety guidelines.

 

What is Required:

• Ph.D. in chemistry, materials science, or a related field.
• Experience with working on projects where computation and experiment are closely coupled.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• The ability to work as an independent researcher with a high level of scientific judgment and initiative.
• The ability to contribute to collaborative efforts as a member of a diverse research team.
• Experience with mechanistic modeling, especially across broad time and length scales.
• Experience in calculating reaction transition states with electronic structure methods.
• Knowledge of organic and inorganic reaction mechanisms, chemical kinetics, and molecular spectroscopy.
• Python programming experience.

 

What is Preferred:

• Experience in physical chemistry of polymers and/or hybrid inorganic/organic polymer chemistry.
• Familiarity with lithographic materials and patterning processes

 

For full consideration, please apply by October 19th, 2022.

 

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Notes:

• This is a full-time, 1 year, postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs. You must have less than 4 years of paid postdoctoral experience. Salary for Postdoctoral positions depends on years of experience post-degree.
• This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.
• Salary will be predetermined based on postdoctoral step rates.
• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• Work will be primarily performed at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA.

 

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