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Post Doc Research Fellow - Chemistry

  • 494272
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • Full-time Faculty

Salary/Position Classification

  • $46,500 Annual, Exempt
  • 40 hours per week
  • 100% Remote Work Availability: No
  • Hybrid Work Availability: No

Purpose of Position

The Department of Chemistry is seeking a 12-month, post-doctoral research fellow to conduct research on the development and testing of new methods and algorithms for solving challenging quantum chemistry problems on future quantum computers. The initial appointment will be for one year and is full time and benefitted, with potential for renewal for a second year, pending annual review of performance and continued availability of funding.

The Department of Chemistry in Abbott Hall at UND is well equipped for ongoing research performed by individual faculty and is funded by external funding from the National Science Foundation, ND EPSCoR, PRF ACS and other agencies. Abbott Hall houses 29 laboratories and classrooms, over 30 faculty and student offices including space for modern teaching and research facilities. The lab has access to several computing resources including at UND Computational Research Center.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develop methods and algorithms focused at solving challenging problems in quantum chemistry using quantum computers.
  • Implement and test algorithms for their usefulness in science considering their accuracy, and resource requirements on future quantum devices.
  • Work on external software such as IBM’s Qiskit, AWS Braket, etc.
  • Develop in-house software (mostly in python using libraries).
  • Analyze results with PI and draft manuscripts for publication and proposals for external grants.
  • Present research at academic seminars and conferences. 
  • Mentor junior team members.

Required Competencies

Competitive candidates will have a background in theoretical chemistry, material science, computer science, quantum information, or other related areas. Preference will be given to candidates with multi-disciplinary backgrounds or a keen interest to explore new areas. The successful candidate should enjoy working both independently and in teams, especially through interdisciplinary collaborations with multiple stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

  • Ph.D. in theoretical/computational chemistry, quantum computing, material science or a related field
  • Demonstrated evidence of publishing in peer-reviewed journals
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be giving to candidates that:

  • Research experience in at least one of the following topics: (1) quantum chemistry or material science calculations, (2) software development in quantum sciences, (3) computational method development research, (4) quantum computing algorithms, noise-mitigation, error-correction, etc.
  • Experience in programming (Python is preferred).
  • Experience in use of open-source software.
  • Evidence of teamwork and being in charge of a project. 

To Apply

The desired start date is April 1, 2024. This date is flexible.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by February 29, 2024 and include the following materials:

• Cover letter (max 1 page)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for 3 references

Position is open until filled.


Questions can be directed to Dr. Ayush Asthana at ayush.asthana@und.edu.

Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.

Position Benefits

Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.

Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.

Find out more about UND's great benefits and perks here!

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